The Latest Breaking News from Lyme Disease

Rare type of Lyme disease found for first time in New York ticks

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The Independent UK · Jun 10

Rare and potentially more serious Lyme disease bacteria found in New York ticks

Scientists call for continued tick surveillance to understand risks

The Independent UK · Jun 10

Lyme disease cases in England rise by more than 20% in a year

Scientists developing vaccines and anti-tick treatments amid growing concern over spread of disease

The Guardian - UK · May 21

Early tick season across US sparks concern about disease risk

The CDC's tracking system shows that weekly rates of ER visits for tick bites are the highest for this time of year since 2017

The Independent UK · Apr 25

ER visits for tick bites hit the highest level in nearly a decade. Here’s what to do if you find one

Some 31 million Americans are bitten by ticks each year

The Independent UK · Apr 16

He knows the pain of Lyme disease better than anyone, but RFK Jr. is about to make a decision that has health experts terrified

Here’s some big news in the fight against Lyme disease: Pfizer just announced its plan to file for regulatory approval of a new Lyme disease vaccine. If it gets the green light, this would be the first vaccine for the tick-borne illness available in over two decades. This new development,…

The Mary Sue · Apr 1

Ticks are the backyard threat southwestern Pennsylvania homeowners keep ignoring

As spring unfolds, new research highlights an issue for southwestern Pennsylvania residents: Most people know ticks are in their backyard, but few believe they’re actually at risk of contracting tick-borne illnesses.

The Conversation · Mar 31

Common Mistakes First Time Pet Owners Make

Getting a new pet is super exciting! But without planning, you might face big problems like vet bills or ruined furniture. Studies show 20 to 30% of new owners give up their pet in the first year because of surprises like endless shedding, night time craziness, or allergies. Many myths…

Times Pets · Mar 27

Pfizer and Valneva's Lyme disease vaccine shows 70% efficacy in clinical trial

Pfizer and Valneva's Lyme disease vaccine has shown promising results in clinical trials, paving the way for regulatory approval despite setbacks due to fewer cases than expected, according to the companies.

Euronews · Mar 23

We Lost the Lyme Vaccine. Under Rand Paul's New Vaccine Liability Bill, We'll Lose More.

The End the Vaccine Carveout Act would expose vaccine makers to lawsuits that once drove companies out of the industry.

Reason · Mar 5