S.L.A.M. Sturbridge Lyme Awareness of Massachusetts

11/07/2025

Facial palsy, or paralysis of the facial muscles, can be a serious complication of Lyme disease, particularly in children. It's the most common cause of facial nerve paralysis in children, yet often misdiagnosed as Bell’s palsy, leading to delayed treatment.

Early diagnosis and appropriate antibiotic treatment are crucial for recovery. Delayed or missed diagnosis can result in persistent and debilitating symptoms. In areas endemic to Lyme disease, facial palsy should be considered the likely cause of facial nerve paralysis in children until proven otherwise.

To support clinicians in recognising and managing this condition, we've compiled a comprehensive set of resources:

✅ RCGP Toolkit and Course: Essential training for healthcare professionals.
✅ Case Studies: Real-life examples highlighting the importance of timely diagnosis.
✅ Guidance for Counsellors and Therapists: Supporting patients affected by Lyme disease.

Explore these resources here: https://lymediseaseuk.com/clinicians/facial-palsy-resources/

11/07/2025

Lyme disease patients have difficulty finding doctors with experience treating Lyme disease. We are happy to connect you with your nearest Lyme literate practitioner’s contact information.
Registering To find a Lyme disease specialist is FREE. Simply click here: https://www.lymedisease.org/find-lyme-literate-doctors/

11/06/2025

NBA all-star and champion Kristaps Porziņģis shared his recent battle with POTS, a condition that inexplicably and surprisingly hampered his performance last season and confused fans and analysts alike.

is increasingly recognized in patients with Lyme disease and long COVID, but it remains misunderstood and underdiagnosed.

That’s why GLA is funding critical research at Johns Hopkins to investigate the link between Lyme and POTS, uncovering how infections can disrupt the body’s autonomic nervous system and guiding better treatment for patients worldwide. Learn more about the relationship between POTS and here: https://hubs.la/Q03RkC6G0

11/05/2025

11/03/2025

GLA’s Chief Scientific Officer discusses the global rise of Lyme disease and new developments on BBC’s The Inquiry. Read more about the increasing cases and advancements in treatment.

11/03/2025

How a childhood rite of passage became an intergenerational health debacle — and how to make better choices for your family.

11/01/2025

Scary! Happy Halloween 🎃.

10/30/2025

Though Alexandra was only recently diagnosed with Lyme, bartonella, and biotoxin illness, her Lyme journey began more than a decade ago. Maybe even more than two decades ago.

10/27/2025

I recently returned from the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society’s Annual Scientific Conference, held this year in San Antonio, Texas. The

10/24/2025

Research Survey: With more people hiking during pandemic, ticks are hitching rides home   by Allyson Mann, UGA Today, May 5, 2020 photo: Lone star tick (UG

10/22/2025

Twin brothers Jack and Will Goodreau of Colorado have launched Brothers Tick Kits—a simple, portable solution to help families safely remove ticks and

10/21/2025

Learn how Lyme disease can impact hormones and the various ways it can affect the body. Discover the symptoms and potential treatments for hormonal imbalances caused by Lyme disease.