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The Guardian - US
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Marina Dunbar

Justin Timberlake reveals Lyme disease diagnosis

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Justin Timberlake performs in Milan in June. Photograph: Mirko Fava/TSCK/LiveMedia/Shutterstock

Justin Timberlake has said he is suffering from Lyme disease, a serious illness usually contracted after being bitten by a tick and that has seen an upsurge in prevalence across a swathe of the US in recent years.

In an Instagram post, the pop singer wrote: “I’ve been battling some health issues, and was diagnosed with Lyme disease – which I don’t say so you feel bad for me – but to shed some light on what I’ve been up against behind the scenes.”

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