Lyme disease Articles

Lyme disease News : Researchers identify bacterial strain linked to Lyme disease
Thu, 03 Jul 2008 20:26:21 GMT
Medical investigators have identified a single bacterial strain that causes Lyme disease in patients on two continents and may be responsible for a growing number of severe, invasive cases in the United States and Europe since the 1980s.

Lyme disease News : Canadians first to illustrate Lyme disease bacterium
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 20:41:46 GMT
Canadian researchers are the first in the world to use high-resolution, 3-D imaging to create dramatic new footage of the bacterium that causes Lyme disease as it moves through the bloodstream of a living host.

Lyme disease News : Autism And Lyme Disease Are Connected, Lyme-Induced Autism Study Finds
Thu, 03 Jul 2008 09:14:12 GMT
Lyme disease may play a role in causing autism according to a recent study published in Medical Hypothesis, a peer-reviewed scientific journal. A team of five physicians led by Robert Bransfield, M.D., analyzed the two diseases and discovered a connection based on epidemiological findings, symptom similarities, case reports, and laboratory test results.

Local Lyme disease on the rise
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:39:10 GMT
Onondaga County officials have seen an enormous increase in the number of local Lyme disease cases. Now, they want to let the public know how to protect themselves so that number doesn't continue to rise. Our Katie Morse has more. ONLINE EXTRA: Read tips on keeping ticks away inside this story.

Family organizes Lyme disease walk
Thu, 03 Jul 2008 06:36:35 GMT
The Sokoloff family of Briarcliff Manor is organizing a walk-a-thon for Lyme disease that will raise funds for the Turn the Corner Foundation ( www.turnthecorner.org ), which is dedicated to the support of research, education, awareness and innovative treatments for Lyme and and other tick-borne diseases.

Dermatologist may have pinpointed local Lyme disease source
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 14:09:21 GMT
A local dermatologist may have pinpointed a popular outdoor attraction as the source of the ticks that are infecting people with Lyme disease. Link: How to protect yourself |

Canadians first to illustrate Lyme disease bacterium
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 20:34:48 GMT
Canadian researchers are the first in the world to use high-resolution, 3-D imaging to create footage of the bacterium that causes Lyme disease as it moves through the bloodstream.

Lyme Disease On The Rise
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 16:07:57 GMT
Onondaga County's Health Commissioner is sounding the warning about a jump in cases of Lyme Disease.

Local Lyme disease cases jump
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:04:35 GMT
Incidents of locally acquired Lyme disease are being reported in record numbers in Onondaga County - particularly in the Fayetteville-Manlius area.

Tick trek turns up zilch: Lyme disease concerns unwarranted
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 02:42:24 GMT
NEW?GLASGOW – Although the first case of human Lyme disease of the year has been spotted in Bedford, Pictou County residents have little to worry about.

Autism and Lyme Disease are Connected, Lyme-Induced Autism Study Finds
Tue, 01 Jul 2008 10:07:43 GMT
Cases of Lyme disease and autism are skyrocketing in the United States. Is there a link between the two disorders? Research spurred by non-profit foundation says "Yes." (PRWeb Jul 1, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/autism/lyme-induced-autism/prweb1063944.htm

Autism and Lyme Disease are Connected, Lyme-Induced Autism Study Finds
Tue, 01 Jul 2008 07:01:00 GMT
Cases of Lyme disease and autism are skyrocketing in the United States. Is there a link between the two disorders? Research spurred by non-profit foundation says "Yes."

More Ticks May Not Mean More Lyme Disease
Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:59:19 GMT
State officials are reporting a big increase in this year's tick population. But that does not mean the risk of Lyme disease has gone up.

Lyme Disease Bacterium Came From Europe Before Ice Age
Sun, 29 Jun 2008 19:20:22 GMT
The bacterium responsible for Lyme disease, Borrelia burgdorferi, originated in America, or so researchers thought. Now, however, scientists has shown that this bug in fact came from Europe, originating from before the Ice Age.

Book details family's struggle with Lyme disease
Sun, 29 Jun 2008 15:44:44 GMT
In the war of information on Lyme disease, patient activist groups have started from a marked disadvantage to the medical establishment in terms of visibility and credibility. That might be changing, and science journalist Pamela Weintraub's new book, "Cure Unknown: Inside the Lyme Epidemic" (St. Martin's Press), could be one reason.

Discovery Of Lyme Disease Bug Clone May Explain Disease Spread
Sun, 29 Jun 2008 03:22:02 GMT
Scientists have discovered that a certain clone of Borrelia burgdorferi, the spirochete that causes Lyme disease, appears to be the most common strain causing Lyme disease in North America and Europe, and may account for the increase in cases for the past 20 years.

3 Tips for Avoiding Tick Bites and Lyme Disease
Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:01:08 GMT
The devastating infection is treatable if caught quickly, but it's best to avoid the bite altogether.

New Book on Lyme Disease Takes Controversial Stance
Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:00:51 GMT
Can the infection spread by ticks become a chronic condition requiring long-term antibiotics?

Health problems
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 17:03:38 GMT
Stephanie Comport was diagnosed with Lyme disease when she was in third grade. She used to enjoy taking hikes at Devil’s Den with her mother, Amy, and her Girl Scout troop.

Tick season in full swing
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 17:02:22 GMT
Story By Blake Long Posted on Wednesday, July 02, 2008 at 12:01 p.m. Tick season is in full swing during the hot summer days which means more cases of tick-related illnesses like Lyme disease.

Tick season in full swing
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 17:02:12 GMT
By Blake Long Wednesday, July 02, 2008 at 12:01 p.m. Tick season is in full swing during the hot summer days which means more cases of tick-related illnesses like Lyme disease.

Editorial: Protect yourself against Lyme disease
Fri, 27 Jun 2008 10:08:03 GMT
The Portsmouth Herald, sister publication of the Rockingham News, ran a special report recently about Lyme disease and its traumatic impact on the lives of people of all ages.

Protecting Yourself From Ticks and Lyme Disease
Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:53:38 GMT
LAUREL, Del. - Many people will be spending the summer outdoors and as with every summer, it is important to watch out for ticks.

Deer ticks on rise in southern Canada
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 08:40:13 GMT
The presence of blacklegged or deer ticks is on the rise in southern Canada. University of Guelph researcher Jamie Heal said the number of ticks he has examined with Lyme disease has jumped in the past eight years.

Health Buzz: Cholesterol and Dementia and Other Health News
Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:45:52 GMT
The cost of generic drugs, California hospitals and the debate over Lyme disease.

Priscilla Jane Perkins Loughner
Tue, 01 Jul 2008 23:21:15 GMT
Mrs. Loughner, 82, of Neptune, died at home of June 26, 2008, after a long battle with chronic Lyme disease. She was director of the Howell Township Senior Center and was instrumental in the development and planning of the senior center. Mrs.

Tick season in full swing
Thu, 03 Jul 2008 21:00:22 GMT
By Beth Jones Thursday, July 03, 2008 at 4:34 p.m. ESCANABA -- Tick season is in full swing, and it's important to keep a look-out for these critters on both yourself and your children.

July 04, 2008
Fri, 04 Jul 2008 03:43:43 GMT
The county commissioners will visit the county’s alternative septic system test center at the Massachusetts Military Reservation in Falmouth as part of their regular weekly meeting July 9. George Heufelder, county director of health and environment, will lead the tour – hip boots not required.

Categories
Fri, 04 Jul 2008 04:00:23 GMT
The Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) support group meets monthly. The meetings are open to everyone dealing with such an injury, their families and friends. Call Carol Wells at 339-6854 for information...

Ticks really bugging Niagara this year
Fri, 04 Jul 2008 01:10:38 GMT
Colin Eller didn’t feel a thing. Until he stepped into the shower and rubbed his hand over something stuck to the back of his leg. After a run-in his niece had last month — a few days before Eller — with a creepy, blood-sucking tick, Eller knew immediately [...]

Battling the Bird-Borne 'Bugs' of Summer
Thu, 03 Jul 2008 18:27:04 GMT
(ARA) - The return of songbirds and robins on the lawn - for many, these sights signal the arrival of the many joys of summer. The truth is, however, that the birds of summer really bug a lot of people - literally.

Shoulders to lean on
Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:29:30 GMT
Chronic illness/pain: Learn how to accept pain and illness and map out a personalized plan of action for dealing with it at Island Pond Baptist Church, 26 N. Salem Road, Hampstead, N.H., on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. or Thursdays at 6:45 p.m. For more information, call 603-329-5959.

Summer safety
Thu, 03 Jul 2008 15:00:07 GMT
The longest days of the year, an abundance of sunshine and family vacations are part of the prescription for summer fun. But without a few precautions, beach outings, picnics and barbecues and trips to the mountains can carry a few unwanted side effects.

Tick leaves more than a mark on Bay area girl
Sun, 29 Jun 2008 03:39:04 GMT
Lyme disease is carried by deer ticks and more than 16,000 Americans are infected every year. Knowing the symptoms could save lives.

Steps to take sting out of summer
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 22:24:48 GMT
Area doctors and health officials say taking simple precautions could cut the risk of insect-borne illnesses this summer.

Summer camp kicks off in Hyde Park
Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:28:50 GMT
The Hyde Park Recreation Department began its latest installation of summer camp, as youngsters and counselors descended on Hackett Hill Park to enjoy a series of activities aimed at providing a summery mix of education and fun.

Volunteers needed for flood clean-up
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 17:02:42 GMT
Story By Blake Long Posted on Wednesday, July 02, 2008 at 11:45 a.m. The Salvation Army is looking for volunteers to help clean-up cities in Illinois and Iowa that were affected by the recent flooding.

Summer Bugs Can Carry Dissease
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 20:50:00 GMT
DES MOINES, IA - Months of cold and snow followed by weeks of rain and floods have Iowans “itching” for some relaxation in the great outdoors. Unfortunately, unwelcome insects may leave them simply “itching” once they return home.

Rob Stafford: How to Help College Students Do Better
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 22:17:32 GMT
give students the (simple, practical, common sense) tools that their successful peers learned from their parents or their friends years before, sit back, and watch them suddenly start to gain ground.

Summer safety tips
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 17:41:33 GMT
Prevent, treat seasonal maladies to keep things fun

Grass-roots campaign seeks to aid Ojai man
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 07:14:59 GMT
During a recent heat wave when the temperature in Ojai topped 100 degrees, Mike Rubalcava visited his friend Gavin Peters and was bothered by what he saw.

Wednesday’s Briefing: Golisano Returns
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 18:44:04 GMT
The big political news is the return of Tom Golisano, the Rochester man who made his millions building the Paychex payroll-processing empire. He ran for Governor once, outside the two party system. Now, he wants to influence that two party system.

Flood teaches health lessons
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:55:54 GMT
PITTSFIELD, Ill. -- Pike County Health Department administrator Anita Andress spent time finding her desk on Monday, her first day back in the office as the flooding threat began to recede.

A joint effort to battle Lyme
Fri, 27 Jun 2008 22:17:26 GMT
Brookfield Selectman Jerry Murphy, who started trying to combat Lyme disease four years ago as a member of the local Rotary Club, said he has become "passionate" about the cause as a result of the travails of Monica Bolesta, a Brookfield resident, whose limbs were temporary paralyzed last year until she was correctly diagnosed.

Dog sworn in for police duty in Butler Twp. With photos
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:11:38 GMT
FRACKVILLE — A 20-month-old German shepherd was sworn in Tuesday as the newest member of the Butler Township police force.

Northeast health agency serving public for 35 years
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 05:39:29 GMT
Rabid foxes. Swarms of flies. Mercury spills.

Chronic Fatigue
Mon, 30 Jun 2008 19:07:03 GMT
Researchers, doctors and patient advocates all agree that managing and coping with chronic fatigue syndrome is a major challenge for patients as well as their families. Here are some important factors they say are necessary to keep in mind.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Mon, 30 Jun 2008 19:08:09 GMT
In-Depth From A.D.A.M. Diagnosis It is very difficult to diagnose chronic fatigue syndrome. Even experts do not have a clear definition of what chronic fatigue actually is or what mechanisms in the brain or nervous system are responsible for it.

Chronic Fatigue
Mon, 30 Jun 2008 19:06:33 GMT
Donna Flowers was once debilitated by chronic fatigue but has tamed her disease with exercise and treatment. For decades, people suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome have struggled to convince doctors, employers, friends and even family members that they were not imagining their debilitating symptoms.

UTSA/UTHSCSA publish results on bio-threat agent
Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:03:57 GMT
San Antonio (June 30, 2008) – Researchers at The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) South Texas Center for Emerging Infectious Diseases and The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UTHSCSA) have identified a cell type believed to play a role in controlling the early infectious process against Francisella tularensis, a respiratory pathogen and bioterrorism agent that ...

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