For those of us that know and love someone with Lyme Disease or other tick-borne illness, we know all too well the effect it can have on a person’s brain and body. For many, there is an impact on one’s attention, cognitive, or psychological functioning that can make day-to-day living very difficult. The stress of the disease …
In an interview with Sara Lee Kessler on NBC News Radio and 77 WABC News, Dr. Roseann discussed the relation between Lyme Disease and Mental Health. She also touched upon the recent news of Justin Bieber’s battle with Lyme Disease.
New data analysis shows that not only are Lyme and Tick-borne Disease insurance claims and diagnosis are on the rise but that demographics are changing. A nonprofit organization working for national healthcare cost and insurance transparency, FAIR Health, analyzed data from 2007-2018 from over 30 billion private healthcare claims.
Is it possible that a tiny little tick could assault the brain and body and cause lingering mental health issues in its wake? Yes. But even with decades of research that demonstrates a causal link between infectious disease and psychiatric issues, our healthcare system still isn’t appropriately identifying and treating those afflicted with Lyme disease. …
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According to ILADS President, Dr. Tom Moorcroft and the CDC an estimated 300,000 people are infected with Tick-Borne Disease annually. Learn how lyme & tick-borne disease affect the brain & behavior. Then review different non-invasive treatment options there are for Lyme.
Tick-borne diseases, particularly Lyme disease, have recently become a growing public health concern. While many people associate these diseases with physical symptoms like fever, fatigue, and joint pain, they can also significantly impact cognitive and psychiatric functions. Studies show that illnesses transmitted through ticks can lead to various mental health difficulties, such as difficulty concentrating, …
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