Requests for Tick-borne Disease Research Reach an All-Time High
November 5, 2018
by Mayla Hsu, Ph.D., Director of Research & Science, GLA
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April 24, 2024
Discover how to naturally repel ticks using specific plants in your garden. Learn from expert Dr. Nev Zubcevik about the power of plants in tick prevention. by Laura Lott, CEO of Invisible Internation...
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April 19, 2024
Read about a Lyme warrior's advocacy journey through creativity, leading to a powerful musical adaptation of Olivia Goodreau's memoir, But She Looks Fine. It was Tuesday, February 20th– I was nervousl...
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April 19, 2024
Learn how Lyme disease can impact bladder health and discover treatment options for symptoms like frequent urination and bladder pain. Understand the connection between Lyme disease and interstitial c...
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April 3, 2024
Explore the differences between Babesiosis and Bartonellosis, uncovering the complexities of vector-borne diseases and the challenges of diagnosis and treatment. Before I was diagnosed with tick-borne...
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March 25, 2024
Learn how to navigate the challenges of working with Lyme disease, from rights and accommodations to disclosure and disability options. Find support and resources for managing your career while living...
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New Research Article, “Ticking Bomb” Offers Intriguing and Informative Historical Perspective on Climate Change and Lyme Disease
November 2, 2018
A study by Igor Dumic and Edson Severnini entitled “Ticking Bomb: The Impact of Climate Change on the Incidence of Lyme Disease” published in Canadian Journal of Infectious Diseases and Medical Microb...
Highlights from LDA/Columbia Lyme Disease Conference
October 31, 2018
Highlights from LDA/Columbia 19th Annual Scientific Conference Lyme & Tick-Borne Diseases: Turning the Corner Through Research
GLA POV: Essential Oils as Treatment Against Lyme Disease
October 24, 2018
by Mayla Hsu, Ph.D., Director of Research and Science, GLA
What Can the Red Sox Teach Us About Surviving Tick-Borne Illnesses?
October 22, 2018
by Jennifer Crystal
GLA POV: Antimicrobial Action of Calprotectin That Does Not Involve Metal Withholding
October 4, 2018
by Timothy Sellati, Ph.D., Chief Scientific Officer, GLA
Taking Stock of Tick Threats
September 27, 2018
by Mayla Hsu, Ph.D., Director of Research and Science, GLA
Scheduling Life with Lyme Disease
September 25, 2018
Flexible vs. rigid? How keeping to a schedule can impact one’s life with Lyme disease. In 2007, I suffered a severe relapse of Lyme and two of its tick-borne co-infections Babesia and Ehrlichia. I had...
Meet the Researcher: Ying Zhang, M.D., Ph.D.
September 21, 2018
MEET THE RESEARCHER IS A BLOG SERIES TO INTRODUCE GLA-FUNDED LYME DISEASE RESEARCHERS MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE FIGHT AGAINST LYME DISEASE. #MEETTHERESEARCHER NAME: Ying Zhang, M.D., Ph.D. TITLE: Pro...
Avril Lavigne and GLA: Head Above Water Campaign
September 20, 2018
Avril Lavigne recently stated that fighting Lyme Disease has been the hardest battle she’s ever fought. If you are reading this post, we have no doubt you understand the sentiment.
Having Hope When You Have Lyme
September 20, 2018
Struggling with the idea of hope when you have Lyme disease? Read on Hope is a tricky concept for patients with chronic illnesses. It is something everyone—healthy or sick—wants, but summoning hope is...
GLA POV: Identifying Vancomycin as an effective antibiotic for killing Borrelia burgdorferi
September 11, 2018
by Timothy Sellati, Ph.D., Chief Scientific Officer, GLA
RACING FOR A CURE – MEET TEAM GLA’s 2018 NYC MARATHON RUNNERS
August 3, 2018
Global Lyme Alliance is thrilled to be the first Lyme organization named an official charity partner of the TCS New York City Marathon, starting with the 2018 race. The TCS New York City Marathon prov...
Meet the Researcher: Kim Lewis, Ph.D.
July 27, 2018
MEET THE RESEARCHER IS A BLOG SERIES TO INTRODUCE GLA-FUNDED LYME DISEASE RESEARCHERS MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE FIGHT AGAINST LYME DISEASE. #MEETTHERESEARCHER NAME: Kim Lewis, Ph.D. TITLE: University...
Enjoying the Summer While Living with Lyme
July 27, 2018
Learn how to participate in fun Summer activities, while battling Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. When I first moved to Boston, I took a Duck Boat tour of the city. As the amphibious vehicle cruis...
Forest ecology shapes Lyme disease risk in the eastern US
July 11, 2018
Predators, acorns, & fragmentation regulate numbers of infected ticks Public Release from the CARY INSTITUTE OF ECOSYSTEM STUDIES
Managing Fear of Ticks During the Summer
June 29, 2018
How to enjoy being outside throughout the summer months while worrying about Lyme disease. I’m that friend.
Tick Discovery Highlights How Few Answers We Have about These Pests in the U.S.
June 29, 2018
By Melinda Wenner Moyer on June 26, 2018 for Scientific American
Meet the Researcher: Timothy J. Sellati, Ph.D.
June 28, 2018
Meet the Researcher is a blog series to introduce GLA-funded Lyme disease researchers, and in this case, GLA’s Chief Scientific Officer.
Looking back on Jordan Younger’s Battle with Lyme
June 22, 2018
Countless strange and debilitating symptoms sent Jordan Younger on a health journey that uncovered Lyme disease, eight co-infections, yeast, mold, and parasites. In this article, she shares her story ...
GLA Point of View on New Tick-Borne Co-infection Diagnostic Test
June 12, 2018
by Timothy Sellati, Ph.D., Chief Scientific Officer, GLA
Dear Lyme Warrior…Help! Finding Balance, Brain Health, and Co-infections
June 12, 2018
by Jennifer Crystal
Podcast: In The Lymelight Episode 7
May 31, 2018
A Story of Remission: Ana Saldamando Welcome to In The Lymelight: a show about…well…Lyme Disease. In the Lymelight aims to bring humor and knowledge to an otherwise somber topic with biweekly expert i...
GLA Greenwich Gala 2018: Highlights
May 23, 2018
Global Lyme Alliance honored Lyme disease patients and researchers at its annual Greenwich Gala on Saturday, May 12 at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich. The event supports GLA’s mission to conquer Lyme and...
GLA: Lyme Disease Research Symposium 2018
May 22, 2018
Highlights from GLA’s 8th Annual Research Symposium with top Lyme Disease Researchers
Lyme’s Life Lessons: Sonya Rolin and Tatiana Donald
May 8, 2018
INTRODUCING GLA GREENWICH GALA CO-CHAIRS: PART 3 OF SERIES
A Mother and Daughter's 12-Year Quest for Answers: Astrid and Christina Womble
April 30, 2018
Introducing GLA Greenwich Gala Co-Chairs: Part 2 of Series
#VBGIVESBACK: STACI GRODIN
April 20, 2018
Republished with permission from Veronicabeard.com For the month of April 2018, veronicabeard.com will donate $10 from every sale to Global Lyme Alliance as part of their ongoing #VBGIVESBACK program....
You Get What You Pay For: Be Wary of Where You Buy Your Supplements!
April 20, 2018
by Jennifer Crystal
A Mother, A Supporter, A Lyme Warrior: Stephanie Ercegovic
April 18, 2018
Introducing GLA Greenwich Gala Co-Chairs: Part 1 of Series
Video - Living with Lyme disease: A young girl's story
April 16, 2018
Video created by the Poughkeepsie Journal
Dear Lyme Warrior…Help! MRIs, SPECT Scans, and Herxheimer Reactions
April 13, 2018
by Jennifer Crystal
Podcast: In The Lymelight Episode 6
April 3, 2018
Welcome to In The Lymelight: a show about…well…Lyme Disease. In the Lymelight aims to bring humor and knowledge to an otherwise somber topic with biweekly expert interviews that include, yes, the “hea...
Seasons of Lyme
March 30, 2018
The change in seasons is usually an exciting time for most, but the jump from season to season can be especially trying for Lyme patients.
What is Air Hunger, Anyway?
March 22, 2018
Chronic Lyme disease & its co-infections, like Babesia, can produce unique symptoms. One of them is referred to as air hunger.
GLA POV: FDA Clears Quidel Lyme Disease Immunoassay for Sofia 2
March 22, 2018
by Timothy Sellati, Ph.D., Chief Scientific Officer, GLA
New test for Babesia approved by the FDA
March 19, 2018
by Mayla Hsu, Ph.D. Director, Research and Science Global Lyme Alliance
Could a pathogen be the cause of Alzheimer’s disease?
March 16, 2018
By Philip Perry Originally published on bigthink.com
GLA Point of View on "First Multiplex Test for Tick-Borne Disease"
March 6, 2018
by Timothy Sellati, Ph.D., Chief Scientific Officer, GLA
Feed Your Body to Fight Lyme
February 28, 2018
The most important thing to remember when battling an illness is to feed the body what it needs to heal.
GLA Point of View on New Lyme Disease Study
February 2, 2018
by Timothy Sellati, Ph.D., Chief Scientific Officer, GLA
CureTalks - Listen Now
January 31, 2018
Highlights from the International Lyme and Associated Diseases (ILADS), 18th Annual Scientific Conference – Boston
In The Lymelight Episode 5
January 26, 2018
Welcome to In The Lymelight: a show about…well…Lyme Disease. In the Limelight aims to bring humor and knowledge to an otherwise somber topic with biweekly expert interviews that include, yes, the “hea...
Forget Ebola, Sars and Zika: ticks are the next global health threat
January 25, 2018
by Mackenzie Kwak
We Are the World: What I Learned About the Global Health Threat of Lyme disease
January 9, 2018
By Jennifer Crystal
GLA POV: Advances in Serodiagnostic Testing for Lyme Disease
December 22, 2017
by Timothy J. Sellati, Ph.D. Chief Scientific Officer Global Lyme Alliance
Ticks Are a Year Round Threat: Don’t Let Lyme disease Become Your Holiday Surprise
December 19, 2017
By Jennifer Crystal
In The Lymelight Episode 4: Things I wish I knew about Lyme disease when I was diagnosed
December 8, 2017
Welcome to In The Lymelight: a show about…well…Lyme Disease.
Chronic Lyme Disease Series: Bryce's Story
November 27, 2017
Reprinted with the permission of itslyme.com #MyLymeLife
Video: GLA CEO Scott Santarella's speech at the 2017 GLA NYC Gala
November 16, 2017
Scott Santarella’s speech from the gala highlights GLA’s mission and some notable accomplishments in the past 12 months
Dear Lyme Warrior…Help! Bullseye Rashes, Brain Fog, and IV Antibiotics
November 15, 2017
By Jennifer Crystal
In The Lymelight Episode 3
November 9, 2017
Welcome to In The Lymelight: a show about…well…Lyme Disease.
Team GLA - Wall of Fame Fundraising Photos
November 6, 2017
Special thanks to our Team GLA family for doing whatever it takes to support our mission to create change in the fight against Lyme disease!
Podcast: In The Lymelight Episode 2
October 27, 2017
Welcome to In The Lymelight: a show about…well…Lyme Disease. In the Lymelight aims to bring humor and knowledge to an otherwise somber topic with biweekly expert interviews that include, yes, the “hea...
Marisol Thomas: Existing with Late-State Neurological Lyme Disease
October 23, 2017
Below is Marisol Thomas’ Honoree speech given at the 2017 Global Lyme Alliance New York Gala on October 11, 2017, printed in full with her permission.
Chronic Lyme Disease Series: Chelsea's Story
October 18, 2017
Reprinted with the permission of itslyme.com #MyLymeLife
Podcast: In The Lymelight
October 17, 2017
Welcome to In The Lymelight: a show about…well…Lyme Disease. In the Lymelight aims to bring humor and knowledge to an otherwise somber topic with biweekly expert interviews that include, yes, the “hea...
Post Traumatic Growth: Reframing the Trauma of Chronic Illness
September 26, 2017
by Jennifer Crystal
I've Been Sick So Long I Can’t Remember What it Feels Like to be Healthy
September 19, 2017
by Kerry Heckman #MyLymeLife
Tackling 57 Miles to Take on the Fight Against Lyme Disease
September 6, 2017
Allison Donaghy is taking her fight against Lyme disease to the streets, for 57 miles to be exact.
