Lyme Science Blog

Can Tick Larvae Bite Humans and Spread Lyme Disease? Tick larvae are extremely small Larval bites often go unnoticed Some larvae may transmit disease Tick larvae are tiny immature ticks that are often overlooked because of their size. Many people ask whether tick larvae bite humans, whether larval tick bites are dangerous, and whether these […]

Lyme Disease CDC Response vs Zika: A Public Health Gap The Lyme disease CDC response has not matched the urgency seen with other emerging infectious threats. While both Lyme disease and Zika virus can lead to serious long-term health complications, the public health response to these conditions has differed significantly. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} The CDC responded to

Lyme Disease Cognitive Impairment: Persistent Effects After Stroke Lyme disease cognitive impairment can persist even after treatment and recovery from acute complications. A growing body of research suggests that infectious agents may contribute to long-term cognitive decline. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} A study by Nimgaonkar and colleagues found that exposure to infectious agents—including CMV, HSV-1, HSV-2, and Toxoplasma

Limits on Antibiotics for Lyme Disease: Why Doctors Are in Limbo Limits on antibiotics for Lyme disease leave many patients and physicians navigating uncertainty when symptoms persist. As many as one-third of patients remain ill on long-term follow-up, with ongoing arthritis, neurocognitive impairment, and neurologic complications. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} A population-based study in Massachusetts found that 34%

Lyme Encephalopathy Symptoms: Memory Loss and Cognitive Problems Explained Lyme encephalopathy can cause memory loss, brain fog, and cognitive slowing even when brain scans appear normal. These symptoms are documented in the medical literature but remain underrecognized in clinical practice. Patients should be warned that cognitive complications may develop even after early treatment. Lyme encephalopathy

Lyme Disease Search Trends: Global Awareness Surges in 2015 Italy. Google Search Trends on Lyme disease. 2011 – 2015. Lyme disease search trends reached their highest levels in 2015, reflecting a major surge in global awareness. Media coverage, celebrity disclosures, and advocacy efforts brought unprecedented attention to the disease. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} High-profile individuals—including Yolanda Foster, Avril

Babesia Awareness: What Connecticut Residents Don’t Know Babesia awareness is dangerously low—even in areas where the disease is common. A Connecticut survey found that only 23% of residents knew deer ticks can transmit Babesia, despite living in one of the most endemic regions in the country. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} The results were published in Ticks and Tick-borne

Lyme Disease Pandemic: Is It Time for Reclassification? Lyme disease pandemic concerns are growing as cases expand geographically and affect large populations. Data from Connecticut alone illustrate the scale of the problem, with thousands of new diagnoses each year and a significant proportion of families affected. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} In 2004, Connecticut’s chief epidemiologist, Dr. James Hadler,

Neurological Lyme Disease Symptoms: 25 Years After a Landmark Study Neurological symptoms may persist long after infection Chronic neurologic Lyme disease affects multiple body systems Recognition may improve diagnosis and treatment decisions Neurological Lyme disease symptoms can include brain fog, neuropathy, fatigue, memory problems, hearing changes, and autonomic dysfunction. These symptoms became more widely recognized

Top Lyme Disease News Stories of 2015 Lyme disease news in 2015 reflected a major shift in awareness, research, and public engagement. From increased funding to celebrity advocacy and emerging scientific insights, the year marked an important moment in the evolution of Lyme disease recognition. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} Here are some of the most important Lyme and