LDAM FACT: While the classic 'bullseye' rash can be a sign of #Lyme , not all Lyme rashes exhibit this pattern. Only abt 20% of infected persons get a “bullseye rash,” although up to 80% may have a rash of varying shapes.⬇️

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DYK: #Lyme is the fastest-growing vector-borne illness in the U.S? We are raising awareness that there is no safe amount of time for tick attachment! Stay informed & stay vigilant, let's #FightTheBite together!

Check out the LDAM website for more info: LymeAwareness.org

ICYMI, research shows that the Bourbon virus can be transmitted from the Lone Star tick within 15 minutes after attachment. Read the study to learn more about the emergence of the Bourbon virus:
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Ck out some images from the @caeoe Environmental & Outdoor Education Statewide Conference this past weekend! #BAL Director of Education, Jo Ellis, presented to ensure outdoor educators are armed with the latest information about #ticks & #tickbornediseases .

#DYK , research shows that the #Powassan virus can be transmitted from the blacklegged #tick within 15 minutes after attachment. There is no drug to treat Powassan virus infection.

Read the study to learn more about the #Powassan virus: bit.ly/3PAyZTB #FightTheBite

Looking for ways to raise #LymeAwareness this month? Ck out our suggestions on our LDAM page for access to a social media tool kit, fundraiser ideas & fun mocktail parties! Let’s elevate our #Lymedisease awareness efforts to #FightTheBite !⬇️

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Ck out this new article by Dr. Daniel A. Kinderlehrer reviewing medical literature & examining the proof of the underlying causes of persistent #Lyme symptoms despite treatment.

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This Lyme Disease Awareness Month, check out this chart⬇️which reminds us why we need novel diagnostics & treatments, and the importance of #BAL research funding. Join us as we work together to #FightTheBite .

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#BAL funded researcher & project scientist at Marshfield Clinic Research Institute, Anna Schotthoefer, PhD, discusses her latest study on visual documentation of rashes associated w/ #Lyme . In part of our Spotlight Series, learn more abt the many rashes of Lyme: bit.ly/4dexDYR

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May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month! Help bust myths & raise awareness so the public knows the clock on tick disease transmission, & #Lyme rash facts. Together, let's work towards prevention, early detection, & improved diagnostics of Lyme.

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Calling all #tickbornedisease researchers! CDMRP is looking to fund diagnostic & therapeutic research into #Lyme & other tick-borne diseases. In 2023, CDMRP granted almost $7 million in awards!

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#ICYMI , please join us for the @caeoe Environmental & Outdoor Education Statewide Conference on May 3-5th! Our Director of Education, Jo Ellis, will be offering a workshop on preventing #tickbornediseases . Register here: aeoe.org/conference-2024
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