Lyme Disease UK
@lymediseaseuk.bsky.social
UK charity supporting Lyme disease patients and raising awareness of how to prevent tick bites www.lymediseaseuk.com
🎄 Spread festive cheer the eco-friendly way!
Eco-friendly, cost-effective, and supporting Lyme Disease UK with every order, our e-cards are the perfect way to spread festive cheer.
💌 Order your festive e-cards here: dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#LymeDiseaseUK #LDUK
Eco-friendly, cost-effective, and supporting Lyme Disease UK with every order, our e-cards are the perfect way to spread festive cheer.
💌 Order your festive e-cards here: dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#LymeDiseaseUK #LDUK
December 14, 2025 at 7:34 PM
🎄 Spread festive cheer the eco-friendly way!
Eco-friendly, cost-effective, and supporting Lyme Disease UK with every order, our e-cards are the perfect way to spread festive cheer.
💌 Order your festive e-cards here: dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#LymeDiseaseUK #LDUK
Eco-friendly, cost-effective, and supporting Lyme Disease UK with every order, our e-cards are the perfect way to spread festive cheer.
💌 Order your festive e-cards here: dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#LymeDiseaseUK #LDUK
Struggling over the festive period? Feeling unsure about what 2026 may bring? Come along to our Christmas Drop-In to chat, connect and reflect.
📅 For more information and to book, visit: www.eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
#LymeDisease #LymeDiseaseUK #LymeDiseaseSymptoms
📅 For more information and to book, visit: www.eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
#LymeDisease #LymeDiseaseUK #LymeDiseaseSymptoms
December 14, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Struggling over the festive period? Feeling unsure about what 2026 may bring? Come along to our Christmas Drop-In to chat, connect and reflect.
📅 For more information and to book, visit: www.eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
#LymeDisease #LymeDiseaseUK #LymeDiseaseSymptoms
📅 For more information and to book, visit: www.eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
#LymeDisease #LymeDiseaseUK #LymeDiseaseSymptoms
Many people with Lyme disease face delays in diagnosis and difficulties accessing treatment. Our patient case studies highlight common roadblocks and the realities patients experience.
Read the stories here:
lymediseaseuk.com/patient-case...
#LymeDiseaseUK #PatientStories #LDUK
Read the stories here:
lymediseaseuk.com/patient-case...
#LymeDiseaseUK #PatientStories #LDUK
December 13, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Many people with Lyme disease face delays in diagnosis and difficulties accessing treatment. Our patient case studies highlight common roadblocks and the realities patients experience.
Read the stories here:
lymediseaseuk.com/patient-case...
#LymeDiseaseUK #PatientStories #LDUK
Read the stories here:
lymediseaseuk.com/patient-case...
#LymeDiseaseUK #PatientStories #LDUK
The NIHR Health Protection Research Unit is inviting members of the public to join its Advisory Panel.
For more information, scan the QR code in the graphic or visit - peopleinresearch.org/opportunity/...
Apply here - forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
#NIHR #healthresearch #Lymdisease
For more information, scan the QR code in the graphic or visit - peopleinresearch.org/opportunity/...
Apply here - forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
#NIHR #healthresearch #Lymdisease
December 12, 2025 at 1:52 PM
The NIHR Health Protection Research Unit is inviting members of the public to join its Advisory Panel.
For more information, scan the QR code in the graphic or visit - peopleinresearch.org/opportunity/...
Apply here - forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
#NIHR #healthresearch #Lymdisease
For more information, scan the QR code in the graphic or visit - peopleinresearch.org/opportunity/...
Apply here - forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
#NIHR #healthresearch #Lymdisease
Even in winter, ticks can be active, especially in sheltered areas like leaf piles, shrubs, and long grass. A quick check now can prevent bigger problems later.
Simple habits protect you while you enjoy your garden, whatever the season.
#LymeDiseaseUK #TickAwareness
Simple habits protect you while you enjoy your garden, whatever the season.
#LymeDiseaseUK #TickAwareness
December 12, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Even in winter, ticks can be active, especially in sheltered areas like leaf piles, shrubs, and long grass. A quick check now can prevent bigger problems later.
Simple habits protect you while you enjoy your garden, whatever the season.
#LymeDiseaseUK #TickAwareness
Simple habits protect you while you enjoy your garden, whatever the season.
#LymeDiseaseUK #TickAwareness
For those who were unable to attend last week’s live LDUK Connect session, we are pleased to share Samantha Quemby’s full presentation, “Winter Wonders: Top Tips for Surviving the Season.”
Tune in when you can - we hope you find it useful!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVbQ...
#LDUK
Tune in when you can - we hope you find it useful!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVbQ...
#LDUK
Winter Wonders:Top Tips for Surviving the Season with therapeutic coach, Samantha Quemby
YouTube video by Lyme Disease UK
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December 11, 2025 at 11:34 AM
For those who were unable to attend last week’s live LDUK Connect session, we are pleased to share Samantha Quemby’s full presentation, “Winter Wonders: Top Tips for Surviving the Season.”
Tune in when you can - we hope you find it useful!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVbQ...
#LDUK
Tune in when you can - we hope you find it useful!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVbQ...
#LDUK
😫 Not every winter ache is ‘just the weather.’
👩⚕️ If aches, fatigue, or unusual symptoms persist, it’s worth checking in with a healthcare professional. Early awareness can make a real difference.
Discover more at lymediseaseuk.com/symptoms/
#LymeDiseaseUK #LDUK #LymeAwareness
👩⚕️ If aches, fatigue, or unusual symptoms persist, it’s worth checking in with a healthcare professional. Early awareness can make a real difference.
Discover more at lymediseaseuk.com/symptoms/
#LymeDiseaseUK #LDUK #LymeAwareness
December 11, 2025 at 11:19 AM
😫 Not every winter ache is ‘just the weather.’
👩⚕️ If aches, fatigue, or unusual symptoms persist, it’s worth checking in with a healthcare professional. Early awareness can make a real difference.
Discover more at lymediseaseuk.com/symptoms/
#LymeDiseaseUK #LDUK #LymeAwareness
👩⚕️ If aches, fatigue, or unusual symptoms persist, it’s worth checking in with a healthcare professional. Early awareness can make a real difference.
Discover more at lymediseaseuk.com/symptoms/
#LymeDiseaseUK #LDUK #LymeAwareness
From fun runs to creative challenges, every action helps raise awareness and support for people living with Lyme disease.
Discover ideas, tips, and ways to get involved here:
lymediseaseuk.com/fundraise/
Make 2026 a year to remember - for you, and for the Lyme community.
#LDUK
Discover ideas, tips, and ways to get involved here:
lymediseaseuk.com/fundraise/
Make 2026 a year to remember - for you, and for the Lyme community.
#LDUK
December 10, 2025 at 2:03 PM
From fun runs to creative challenges, every action helps raise awareness and support for people living with Lyme disease.
Discover ideas, tips, and ways to get involved here:
lymediseaseuk.com/fundraise/
Make 2026 a year to remember - for you, and for the Lyme community.
#LDUK
Discover ideas, tips, and ways to get involved here:
lymediseaseuk.com/fundraise/
Make 2026 a year to remember - for you, and for the Lyme community.
#LDUK
A team of high‑school students from Georgia recently presented a promising new method to detect (and potentially treat) Lyme disease.
👉 Read more & watch the segment: www.cbsnews.com/video/igem-s...
#LymeDiseaseUK #LymeAwareness #CRISPR #ScienceHope #Research
👉 Read more & watch the segment: www.cbsnews.com/video/igem-s...
#LymeDiseaseUK #LymeAwareness #CRISPR #ScienceHope #Research
Teens surprise with their approach to Lyme disease detection, treatment | 60 Minutes
To compete at iGEM, a sort of science Olympics, teens at a Georgia high school set their sights on finding a better way to detect and treat Lyme disease. Their approach uses CRISPR gene editing.
www.cbsnews.com
December 8, 2025 at 8:02 PM
A team of high‑school students from Georgia recently presented a promising new method to detect (and potentially treat) Lyme disease.
👉 Read more & watch the segment: www.cbsnews.com/video/igem-s...
#LymeDiseaseUK #LymeAwareness #CRISPR #ScienceHope #Research
👉 Read more & watch the segment: www.cbsnews.com/video/igem-s...
#LymeDiseaseUK #LymeAwareness #CRISPR #ScienceHope #Research
Yes - ticks are active in winter. They shelter under leaf litter and snow, then start seeking hosts as soon as temps rise above freezing. Full article: linkedin.com/pulse/lyme-d... #ticks #tickbiteprevention #Lymedisease #LymeDiseaseUK #ClimateChange
December 7, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Yes - ticks are active in winter. They shelter under leaf litter and snow, then start seeking hosts as soon as temps rise above freezing. Full article: linkedin.com/pulse/lyme-d... #ticks #tickbiteprevention #Lymedisease #LymeDiseaseUK #ClimateChange
Winter can hit harder when you’re living with Lyme. Keep things steady: stick to a routine, move gently, stay warm, hydrate, protect your sleep, and lean on your support network. Practical beats perfect every time. #LymeDiseaseUK #ChronicIllness #SelfCare #LymeDisease
December 7, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Winter can hit harder when you’re living with Lyme. Keep things steady: stick to a routine, move gently, stay warm, hydrate, protect your sleep, and lean on your support network. Practical beats perfect every time. #LymeDiseaseUK #ChronicIllness #SelfCare #LymeDisease
💚 Last chance to join tomorrow’s LDUK Connect: Emotional Awareness & Self-Compassion.
With Leena Chatlani (holistic counsellor)
👉 Book: eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
#LymeDiseaseUK #LDUKConnect #SelfCompassion
With Leena Chatlani (holistic counsellor)
👉 Book: eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
#LymeDiseaseUK #LDUKConnect #SelfCompassion
LDUK Connect: Emotional Awareness and Self Compassion
A webinar and group discussion on emotional awareness and self compassion when dealing with Lyme disease with special guest Leena Chatlani
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December 7, 2025 at 7:36 PM
💚 Last chance to join tomorrow’s LDUK Connect: Emotional Awareness & Self-Compassion.
With Leena Chatlani (holistic counsellor)
👉 Book: eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
#LymeDiseaseUK #LDUKConnect #SelfCompassion
With Leena Chatlani (holistic counsellor)
👉 Book: eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
#LymeDiseaseUK #LDUKConnect #SelfCompassion
Benefact Group's 12 Days of Giving is live, and we’re in the running to win £1,000. We just need more nominations to boost our chances.
If you’ve nominated before, you’re already counted.
If not, it takes under a minute: www.movementforgood.com/index.php?cn=1182212&ct=health#nominateACharity
If you’ve nominated before, you’re already counted.
If not, it takes under a minute: www.movementforgood.com/index.php?cn=1182212&ct=health#nominateACharity
December 4, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Benefact Group's 12 Days of Giving is live, and we’re in the running to win £1,000. We just need more nominations to boost our chances.
If you’ve nominated before, you’re already counted.
If not, it takes under a minute: www.movementforgood.com/index.php?cn=1182212&ct=health#nominateACharity
If you’ve nominated before, you’re already counted.
If not, it takes under a minute: www.movementforgood.com/index.php?cn=1182212&ct=health#nominateACharity
Our Christmas e-cards are ready to send - eco-friendly, cost-effective, and supporting Lyme Disease UK. Ten designs, including Ruth Hamlin’s winning ‘LOVE’ card.
Skip the postage rush and send something meaningful.
Order: dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
Skip the postage rush and send something meaningful.
Order: dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
December 4, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Our Christmas e-cards are ready to send - eco-friendly, cost-effective, and supporting Lyme Disease UK. Ten designs, including Ruth Hamlin’s winning ‘LOVE’ card.
Skip the postage rush and send something meaningful.
Order: dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
Skip the postage rush and send something meaningful.
Order: dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
The CDC now formally recognises persistent symptoms after acute Lyme disease as part of its federal framework for infection-associated chronic conditions.
A long-overdue nod to those living with long-term impacts. Details in the new EID supplement: wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/...
A long-overdue nod to those living with long-term impacts. Details in the new EID supplement: wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/...
December 3, 2025 at 2:14 PM
The CDC now formally recognises persistent symptoms after acute Lyme disease as part of its federal framework for infection-associated chronic conditions.
A long-overdue nod to those living with long-term impacts. Details in the new EID supplement: wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/...
A long-overdue nod to those living with long-term impacts. Details in the new EID supplement: wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/...
Doing Christmas shopping online? Support Lyme Disease UK for free. Use easyfundraising and retailers like Amazon and John Lewis send a donation our way - no extra cost. Quick, simple, practical. Sign up: easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/lymed... #lymedisease #lymediseaseawareness
December 2, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Doing Christmas shopping online? Support Lyme Disease UK for free. Use easyfundraising and retailers like Amazon and John Lewis send a donation our way - no extra cost. Quick, simple, practical. Sign up: easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/lymed... #lymedisease #lymediseaseawareness
💚 Join our LDUK Connect session on Emotional Awareness & Self-Compassion - Mon 8 Dec, 7–8.30pm.
Featuring guest speaker Leena Chatlani (Samagra Therapy) and facilitated by Morven-May MacCallum
A supportive space for anyone impacted by Lyme.
👉 Book: www.eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
Featuring guest speaker Leena Chatlani (Samagra Therapy) and facilitated by Morven-May MacCallum
A supportive space for anyone impacted by Lyme.
👉 Book: www.eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
December 1, 2025 at 1:40 PM
💚 Join our LDUK Connect session on Emotional Awareness & Self-Compassion - Mon 8 Dec, 7–8.30pm.
Featuring guest speaker Leena Chatlani (Samagra Therapy) and facilitated by Morven-May MacCallum
A supportive space for anyone impacted by Lyme.
👉 Book: www.eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
Featuring guest speaker Leena Chatlani (Samagra Therapy) and facilitated by Morven-May MacCallum
A supportive space for anyone impacted by Lyme.
👉 Book: www.eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
We’ve secured 5 charity places for the 2026 Great North Run. Personalised medal, free vest, entry all included! Interested? Email [email protected]
#GreatNorthRun #CharityRun #HalfMarathonRunner
#GreatNorthRun #CharityRun #HalfMarathonRunner
November 30, 2025 at 7:18 PM
We’ve secured 5 charity places for the 2026 Great North Run. Personalised medal, free vest, entry all included! Interested? Email [email protected]
#GreatNorthRun #CharityRun #HalfMarathonRunner
#GreatNorthRun #CharityRun #HalfMarathonRunner
Unseen - the short film exposing the reality of chronic Lyme - is close but needs a final push with two weeks left. Created by Sarah Fairbrother and advocate Morven-May MacCallum , it amplifies voices too often overlooked.
Learn more: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/unseen-ash...
#Lymedisease
Learn more: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/unseen-ash...
#Lymedisease
November 30, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Unseen - the short film exposing the reality of chronic Lyme - is close but needs a final push with two weeks left. Created by Sarah Fairbrother and advocate Morven-May MacCallum , it amplifies voices too often overlooked.
Learn more: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/unseen-ash...
#Lymedisease
Learn more: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/unseen-ash...
#Lymedisease
Today only: free delivery on everything in the LDUK shop + 10% off with code TAKE10. If you’ve been waiting, now’s the time. Every purchase supports our work and keeps Lyme visible.
Shop: lymediseaseuk.shop
#BlackFriday #LymeDisease #LDUK
Shop: lymediseaseuk.shop
#BlackFriday #LymeDisease #LDUK
November 28, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Today only: free delivery on everything in the LDUK shop + 10% off with code TAKE10. If you’ve been waiting, now’s the time. Every purchase supports our work and keeps Lyme visible.
Shop: lymediseaseuk.shop
#BlackFriday #LymeDisease #LDUK
Shop: lymediseaseuk.shop
#BlackFriday #LymeDisease #LDUK
🎄 Huge thanks to everyone who entered our Christmas e-card competition!
Congratulations to Ruth Hamlin for her winning design.
Send eco-friendly festive cheer and support Lyme Disease UK here - dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#Lymedisease #LDUK #Christmascards #DontSendMeACard
Congratulations to Ruth Hamlin for her winning design.
Send eco-friendly festive cheer and support Lyme Disease UK here - dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#Lymedisease #LDUK #Christmascards #DontSendMeACard
November 27, 2025 at 9:34 PM
🎄 Huge thanks to everyone who entered our Christmas e-card competition!
Congratulations to Ruth Hamlin for her winning design.
Send eco-friendly festive cheer and support Lyme Disease UK here - dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#Lymedisease #LDUK #Christmascards #DontSendMeACard
Congratulations to Ruth Hamlin for her winning design.
Send eco-friendly festive cheer and support Lyme Disease UK here - dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#Lymedisease #LDUK #Christmascards #DontSendMeACard
Damp and mould can seriously impact health, especially for Lyme patients. Awaab’s Law now forces faster action from social landlords—Scotland follows next year. Know your rights and act early:
Gov: gov.uk/government/p...
CA: citizensadvice.org.uk/housing/repa...
#awaabslaw #housingdamp
Gov: gov.uk/government/p...
CA: citizensadvice.org.uk/housing/repa...
#awaabslaw #housingdamp
November 27, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Damp and mould can seriously impact health, especially for Lyme patients. Awaab’s Law now forces faster action from social landlords—Scotland follows next year. Know your rights and act early:
Gov: gov.uk/government/p...
CA: citizensadvice.org.uk/housing/repa...
#awaabslaw #housingdamp
Gov: gov.uk/government/p...
CA: citizensadvice.org.uk/housing/repa...
#awaabslaw #housingdamp
UK tick-borne disease research is picking up, but testing and treatment still lag behind. Post-infectious illness funding is shifting the landscape, and new global diagnostics are on the rise.
Summary here: lymediseaseuk.com/current-rese...
Summary here: lymediseaseuk.com/current-rese...
November 26, 2025 at 1:24 PM
UK tick-borne disease research is picking up, but testing and treatment still lag behind. Post-infectious illness funding is shifting the landscape, and new global diagnostics are on the rise.
Summary here: lymediseaseuk.com/current-rese...
Summary here: lymediseaseuk.com/current-rese...
👀 From ankles to shoulders, and everywhere in between, ticks don’t discriminate. These are real bites from our community.
Where have you been bitten?
🕷 Make tick checks a habit.
#BeTickAware #TickBites #Lymedisease
Where have you been bitten?
🕷 Make tick checks a habit.
#BeTickAware #TickBites #Lymedisease
November 23, 2025 at 1:33 PM
👀 From ankles to shoulders, and everywhere in between, ticks don’t discriminate. These are real bites from our community.
Where have you been bitten?
🕷 Make tick checks a habit.
#BeTickAware #TickBites #Lymedisease
Where have you been bitten?
🕷 Make tick checks a habit.
#BeTickAware #TickBites #Lymedisease
💚 Want a Black Friday deal that actually matters? Take 10% off everything in the LDUK shop (21 Nov, 9am–2 Dec, midnight) and enjoy free shipping on 28 Nov only. Every purchase backs real Lyme awareness and support.
Use code TAKE10: lymediseaseuk.shop
#BlackFriday
Use code TAKE10: lymediseaseuk.shop
#BlackFriday
November 23, 2025 at 1:31 PM
💚 Want a Black Friday deal that actually matters? Take 10% off everything in the LDUK shop (21 Nov, 9am–2 Dec, midnight) and enjoy free shipping on 28 Nov only. Every purchase backs real Lyme awareness and support.
Use code TAKE10: lymediseaseuk.shop
#BlackFriday
Use code TAKE10: lymediseaseuk.shop
#BlackFriday