Fighting Lyme and Associated Diseases
We’re launching a series of online events for Lyme patients to help inform, inspire and entertain over these dark winter months. Based on the results of a survey we recently shared, we have curated our first two sessions, and they start next week! On Wednesday 27th January 2021 at 6:15pm we’re giving you access to […]
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2020 was a difficult year for many. At times, life has seemed at a standstill whilst the pandemic has raged all around us. In the 2019 version of this blog, we remarked on how 2020 looked set to be a game changer of a year in terms of the profile of Lyme disease. After a […]
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We are delighted to have been accepted into the Big Give Christmas Challenge for a second year in a row! It’s the UK’s biggest online match funding campaign, which helps charities raise millions each year, and gives donors an amazing opportunity to double their donation towards the causes they care about. Last year, our amazing supporters […]
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We have exciting news to share of some important developments at Caudwell LymeCo. As you’ll be aware, the coronavirus pandemic has made its mark on all sorts of organisations and their plans for the future. You may recall that in September last year we met with the Department of Heath and Social Care to discuss […]
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Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit, getting access to your GP is not as easy as before, and there has been a substantial rise in virtual appointments. Many who develop a skin condition or rash are being diagnosed from a photo or video of their mark. When it comes to Lyme disease, the EM (erythema migrans) […]
Read moreOver the past few months, it’s been a concern of many Lyme disease charities and organisations that the similarities in initial symptoms between Lyme disease and COVID-19 could lead to a rise in undiagnosed cases, or delays in treatment. As the pandemic progresses and more is being discovered about the long term effects of the […]
Read moreWe’ve teamed up with SimplyV, makers of the Tick Twister removal tool, to help promote and encourage the safe removal of ticks this summer. August is the middle of peak tick season and the time when the majority of UK cases of Lyme are diagnosed. Taking steps to prevent tick bites, carrying out a thorough tick check on […]
Read moreAs the UK navigates its way out of some of the restrictions related to COVID-19, there has been a huge surge in the popularity of outdoor summer schools, forest schools and activity programmes planned for the summer months. In response to this growth of young children and families spending more time outdoors, we’ve been working […]
Read moreThis week, a new paper was published following a study to help understand the decision making process of GPs when they are presented with cases of Lyme disease. Titled ’Understanding the decision-making process of general practitioners (GPs) presented with non-specific conditions’, the study saw eight GPs from the North West of the UK presented with […]
Read moreWe’re excited to tell you about a new virtual challenge event that we’re launching to help raise money for Lyme disease research. From 1 July to 30 September 2020, we’re encouraging our supporters to Walk, Ride or Climb for Lyme in a virtual challenge to help us keep on the path for change. What’s it […]
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