Writing, Advocacy & Media

Author, LymeDisease.org writer, ILADS Ambassador, State Lead for Center for Lyme Action and advocate dedicated to educating others on Lyme disease, tick-borne illness, and the stories behind misdiagnosis and healing.

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PATIENT STORIES

A mother’s story of illness, misdiagnosis, and relentless advocacy

A mother's persistence led to answers after years of medical uncertainty, ultimately uncovering Lyme disease, and Bartonella.

EDUCATIONAL

Bartonella: The Clue Hidden in Plain Sight

Could an overlooked skin finding be pointing to something deeper? This article explores Bartonella-associated striae and why visible clues may be mistaken for ordinary stretch marks.

The Often Overlooked Link Between Oral Health and Lyme Disease

Could your mouth be affecting your healing? This article explores how oral health may contribute to inflammation and why it can be an overlooked piece of the puzzle for people living with Lyme disease and co-infections.

Featured Articles

ADVOCACY

Inside 2026 Virtual Advocacy Day

Go behind the scenes of Virtual Advocacy Day and explore how patients, advocates, and lawmakers came together to raise awareness and move Lyme and tick-borne disease policy forward.

AWARENESS & PREVENTION

Prom Season Is Here — And So Are the Ticks
Spring traditions can come with unexpected exposure risks. Learn practical prevention tips.

CONFERENCES & RESEARCH

Maps Conference Recap

Highlights from the MAPS Conference, where clinicians, researchers, and advocates gathered to explore emerging topics in tick-borne illness, immune dysfunction, neuropsychiatric symptoms, and complex chronic disease.

Podcasts and Interviews

Conversations on Lyme disease, misdiagnosis, healing journeys, advocacy, and emerging research.