Lyme disease
Scientists find new reason for why bears rub up against trees
Bears are thought to rub up against trees as a means of communication, but researchers have found another explanation.
Lyme Disease Becomes Latest Infection for New Vaccine Trials
The disease is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, which is transmitted to humans through the bites of infected ticks.
Lyme Disease Cases Soared Over 15 Years Due to Global Warming: Researchers
Longer summers and warmer winters are to blame, along with animal migration and increased time spent outdoors.
Influencers Attributing Lyme Disease to 'Intergalactic Substance' Go Viral
"It's literally bringing in codes from the beginning of time," astrologer Danielle Paige told host Jordan Younger on "The Balanced Blonde" podcast.
'That's Insane'—Hack To Avoid Tick Bites While Gardening Amazes Internet
"I'd much rather have to deal with an angry 2500lb+ bull," one comment read.
Lyme Disease Vaccine Developed That Targets Tick Saliva
Yale University researchers have developed an mRNA vaccine that provides partial protection against Lyme disease.
Surge in Ticks Prompts Senators to Request $50 Million to Combat Rise
"[S]ome of these new pathogens, we just really don't know how they're going to behave when they're in Connecticut. They've never been here before," Jason White, the director of the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, said, according to NBC Connecticut.
WNBA's MVP Denied Salary, Medical Exemption as Lyme Disease Sidelines Her
Denial of a medical exemption means no salary for Delle Donne, who did not want her judgment based on her MVP status from last season. She takes 64 pills a day to treat her disease.
What Is Lyme Disease? Justin Bieber Diagnosed With Bacterial Infection
"You can learn all that I've been battling and OVERCOMING!!" the singer said.
Mice Could Be Genetically Modified to Stop Spread of Disease: Study
Scientists have sequenced the genome of the white-food mouse, the primary carrier of Lyme disease.
Pentagon May Have Released Weaponized Ticks: Investigation Ordered
The amendment was put forward by Rep. Chris Smith, who was "inspired" by several books and articles claiming that the U.S. government conducted research between the 1950s and 1970s.
New York Health Official Warns of Potential Lyme Disease Spike
Ticks bites can lead to potentially fatal illnesses like Lyme disease. Here's how to stay safe this summer.
Post-Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome Cases Are on the Rise
Thousands of people each year continue to show symptoms after treatment.
Why are Hipsters With Pets Falling for Anti-Vax Madness
A new human Lyme disease vaccine could be approved as early as next year.
Lyme Disease Vaccine on Fast Track for FDA Approval
With cases increasing astronomically, better protection from the tick-borne disease is urgently needed.
Tick Talk: Scientists Unravel an Immune System Puzzle
Scientists have long thought that the tick and mosquito immune systems were the same. But their differences reveal a fascinating evolutionary legacy — and maybe a way to stop dangerous infections.
New Lyme Disease-Causing Bacteria Discovered
Federal health officials say Borrelia mayonii is a similar tick-borne illness, but with a few new symptoms.
Lyme Disease Becoming More Common in Britain
Cases in the U.K. have quadrupled in 12 years.
Emerging Tick-Borne Illness Poses Threat in U.S.
Borrelia miyamotoi causes symptoms similar to Lyme disease, but the condition is harder to diagnose.
Lyme Disease Is Nothing New, Scientists Report
Researchers found the spirochete-like bacteria in 15 million- to 20 million-year-old amber