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Education | For Physicians

Combination antibiotic therapy for treatment of Lyme disease

ByCatherine Kinsella January 19, 2024January 19, 2024

Monica Embers discusses her research findings in this latest course from Invisible International.

A woman speaks to a mental health practitioner in a light room with a plant and a sofa, and there's a pink aura in the room.

The significant impacts of infections, such as Lyme, on mental health

ByCatherine Kinsella January 10, 2024January 10, 2024

An in-depth review by three leading experts.

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Medical Gaslighting and Lyme Disease: The Patient Experience

ByCanLyme Team December 31, 2023January 23, 2024

Published December 29, 2023 in Healthcare Authored by Jennifer L. Fagen, Jeremy A. Shelton, Jenna Luché-Thayer Abstract: Even though there are approximately half a million new cases of Lyme disease in the US annually, according to the CDC, it is often undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, which can result in a chronic, multisystemic condition. Lyme disease is…

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Education | Updates

Leaning into 2024

ByCanLyme Team December 26, 2023December 26, 2023

This work can save lives. You can keep helping us.

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For Physicians | Lyme disease | Research

Research points to delayed diagnosis for Black patients with Lyme disease

ByCatherine Kinsella December 21, 2023December 21, 2023

Increased awareness is an important first step in addressing this problem.

A doctor looks out over their desk at a patient, while a patient explains their situation.

For Physicians | Government | International Support Other Than Canada | Lyme Controversy | Voices on Lyme

Lack of effective healthcare for Canadian Lyme patients and why they turn elsewhere

ByCanLyme Team December 20, 2023June 6, 2024

In response to an article about Amélie Champagne’s inquiry.

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Education | Lyme disease | Prevention

Are you planning to travel?

ByCanLyme Team December 18, 2023December 18, 2023

Being aware of ticks and tick-borne illnesses can help prevent serious health problems at home and away.

A figure of brain testing locations over top of a microscopic image of Borrelia.

For Physicians | Lyme disease | Research

Research confirms presence of Borrelia cyst-like structures after antibiotic treatment and uncovers a unique localization of Borrelia species in the brain

ByCatherine Kinsella December 1, 2023December 2, 2023

Research continues to reveal an increasingly complex picture of Lyme disease.

A woman holds up a white board that says CanLyme plus Giving Tuesday.

Updates

Spark hope this Giving Tuesday: Your chance to create change!

ByCanLyme Team November 27, 2023November 27, 2023

This Giving Tuesday, show your support for the Canadian Lyme Disease Foundation. Let’s ignite a spark of hope together. Your generosity has the power to make a significant impact in the lives of those affected by Lyme disease and contribute to ongoing efforts in research, education, advocacy and support to address this health challenge in…

A doctor sits at her desk marking some charts with a pen, and a stethoscope is wrapped around her neck.

Updates

Seeking treatment for Lyme disease in Canada

ByCatherine Kinsella November 27, 2023November 27, 2023

Research led by Sarah Ciotti focuses on the struggle of a Canadian adolescent and his mother in seeking effective treatment for persistent Lyme disease, highlighting barriers within the Canadian healthcare system and the need for more collaborative approaches.