My recent journey with Lyme disease began in summer 2025 after a tick bite; however, I have had a previous history with Lyme disease which I also want to briefly share. Maja Bagdziun In 2015, during camping in Scotland, I was infested with ticks. I think I must have removed […]
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Lyme Disease UK is thrilled to announce our first Innovation Award to fund pioneering Lyme diagnostics research. The project will take place at the flagship National Horizons Centre, within the School of Health & Life Sciences at Teesside University. The work is led by PhD researcher Saba Niaz, supervised primarily […]
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On Sunday 13th September, 63,000 competitors will tackle the iconic 13.1-mile route from Newcastle upon Tyne to South Shields. As the world’s biggest half marathon, the AJ Bell Great North Run is famous for its unbeatable atmosphere, crowd support, and fundraising impact. This year’s 45th milestone event will be the […]
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The US commitment to tackling Lyme disease and other tick-borne infections has taken a significant step forward. This development comes as the threat from disease-carrying ticks continues to increase across the majority of US states. The Kay Hagan Tick Reauthorization Act (H.R. 4348) has reached its next major milestone following […]
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Natalie Hay shares her experience as a parent carer for her son as he battled Lyme disease, and offers her insight and support to parents caring for children with the illness. (Recorded Tuesday 21st July 2026) Natalie Hay Natalie Hay is a children’s rights campaigner, educational professional, and parent carer […]
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A mother’s anonymous account of the struggles she faced obtaining appropriate treatment for her son’s Lyme disease. Early symptoms in paediatric Lyme disease On 23rd May 2026, I found a red mark on my 5-year-old son’s lower back. On closer look I noticed it was the mouthparts of a tick. […]
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Global Lyme disease patient advocate Kristen Ellingson shares her personal journey and valuable insights on building a supportive lifestyle and living with Lyme disease with strength, awareness and hope. (Recorded: Thursday 9th July 2026) Kristen Ellingson Kristen Ellingson is a Minnesota-based Lyme disease advocate, writer, and speaker. She serves as […]
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Lyme Disease UK contacted 965 political representatives nationwide before the summer recess, to help raise awareness throughout local communities, and keep Lyme disease on the political agenda. We sent an email and a letter linking to comprehensive information for politicians on Lyme disease, alongside an eye-catching awareness postcard, asking them […]
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Therapeutic coach Samantha Quemby shares her thoughts on working with emotions and physical symptoms through the power of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT). Download Samantha’s free EFT Guide to help you learn the technique. (Recorded: Monday 15th June 2026) Samantha Quemby As a burnout expert for over 10 years, Samantha began her […]
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Psychotherapist Sarah Grace joined LDUK Connect once again to further discuss her strategy for navigating Lyme disease, particularly focusing on ways to improve patients’ everyday lives. Sarah is also the author of Journey with Grace, and its companion journal, Journal with Grace. In addition she is a publisher, running Sarah […]
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