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Lyme Resource Centre

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A Scottish charity (SCIO: SC049151) founded in 2019 with a mission to raise awareness in the public and healthcare professionals about Lyme disease and related tick-borne co-infections and work with others to find ways to combat all tick-borne illnesses.

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Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · Dec 21

You can find lots of information about ticks, Lyme disease and other tick borne infections as well as finding out more about the work we do on our website!

www.lymeresourcecentre.com

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Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · 11h

Delegates at #BestPracticeShow today and tomorrow can scan the QR code shown between speakers in theatre 2 to download a copy of our information brochure for health professionals.

Here’s the link if you missed it!

www.lymeresourcecentre.com/_files/ugd/f...

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Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · 19h

Thank you to our volunteer, Sue & to West Grinstead & District Agricultural & Ploughing Society for hosting us at their annual ploughing match & agricultural show!

Sue was raising awareness of ticks & Lyme disease so people can reduce their risk when enjoying outdoor activities!

Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · 1d

Our followers in Ireland may be interested in this free online 6 week evidence based self management programme for people living with Lyme.

Email [email protected] to book your place

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Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · 5d

Why are more people getting Lyme disease?

This BBC Sounds episode of The Inquiry explores why global cases are on the rise - a recent British Medical Journal review has found that up to 10% of people have infected with the bacteria causing Lyme disease.

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The Inquiry - Why are more people getting Lyme disease? - BBC Sounds

Lyme disease is becoming more common. But what’s driving that?

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Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · 9d

For people looking for further information about ticks and Lyme disease please visit our website:

www.lymeresourcecentre.com

We are also pleased to have worked with the Royal College of General Practitioners to develop the new Lyme disease toolkit

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The Lyme Resource Centre is a charity with a mission to minimise risk of Lyme disease whilst enjoying the outdoors, by educating the public and healthcare professionals about ticks and Lyme disease.

www.lymeresourcecentre.com

Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · 9d

Thank you to @patrickbarkham.bsky.social for sharing this candid and heartbreaking account of his daughter’s horrific Lyme disease experience and for Patrick and his wife as parents desperately searching for answers to help their child.

www.theguardian.com/world/2025/s...

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Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · 17d

What is Lyme disease and why do we need to be tick-aware?

Thank you to the @dailyrecord.co.uk for this article which you can read here:

www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/health/...

What is Lyme disease and why do we need to be tick-aware?

High profile celebs like Justin Timberlake have the condition which can be fatal if left untreated.

www.dailyrecord.co.uk

Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · 18d

Bella Hadid's mother has shared a heartbreaking note amid her daughter's battle with chronic neurological Lyme disease, read more in this @dailymail.co.uk article:

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Bella Hadid's mom pens note amid daughter's health battle

'As you will understand watching my Bella struggle in silence, has cut the deepest core of hopelessness inside me,' began the mother.

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Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · 24d

Schools, colleges & other educational facilities can play a vital role in protecting staff & pupils by raising awareness of the steps needed to protect against tick bites & Lyme disease.

We have free resources for education staff & parents available here:

www.lymeresourcecentre.com/for-schools-...

For Schools and Youth Organisations | Lyme Resource Centre

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Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · 24d

There was a lot of interest from visitors to the stand including this retired practice nurse who had experienced Lyme disease in her practice. Many thanks to all those who visited.

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Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · 24d

LRC attended the Community Woods and Garden in Polbeth Harvest Open Day. Many thanks in particular to our STEM Ambassador “Tick Talk” partner Anne Okafor and our Lead Trustee Jack Lambert and Trustee Norman Lannigan who supported the event.

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Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · 27d

Lyme disease is the most common vector-borne disease in Europe, but is under-reported in the UK.

Our Trustee Elizabeth Murray and Susan Crook share what practice nurses need to know about identifying and treating it

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Recognising Lyme disease - the ‘New Great Imitator’ - Independent Nurse

Lyme disease is the most common vector-borne disease in Europe, but is under-reported in the UK. Elizabeth Murray and Susan Crook tell us what practice nurses need to know about identifying and treati...

www.independentnurse.co.uk

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Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · Sep 4

Huge thanks to the Oban Times for sharing Alex’s Lyme disease experience and for highlighting the amazing fundraising activities, like Laura’s recent run of the #westhighlandway his family are undertaking on behalf of Lyme Resource Centre!

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Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · Aug 23

LRC is being kindly represented by Morven-May MacCallum at Glenurquhart Highland Games Loch Ness today!
Pop along to learn about ticks, Lyme disease and how to prevent tick bites!

#lymediseaseawareness #lymedisease #tickbiteprevention

Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · Aug 19

Huge Congratulations to Laura for completing the #WestHighlandWay — running 96 miles over 4 days— in support of LRC!

Laura’s inspiration to for this challenge comes from her personal experience of knowing someone close suffering from Lyme disease

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Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · Aug 18

A special message from the LRC team especially for you, Laura (Instagram: @westhighlandwaylrc) as you enter day 3 running the #westhighlandway! We are cheering you on! #GoLaura

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Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · Aug 17

It was lovely to get so many of the LRC trustees, volunteers and herbal medicine colleagues from Napiers together for a lovely lunch today at South Queenferry!

We missed our friends that couldn’t make it today so here’s to seeing you next year! 😊

Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · Aug 16

A huge thank you and good luck to Laura, who’s setting off to run the 96mile #WestHighlandWay raising awareness of ticks and #Lymedisease !

You can read more about her story and sponsor her here:

www.justgiving.com/page/westhig...

Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · Aug 14

LRC attended the Moy Country Fair on Friday 8th August until 49mph winds stopped play. Over 70 people attended the stall & shared their stories of tick encounters & interactions with Health Care Providers. Thanks to our volunteers Morven May MacCallum and STEM Ambassador partner Fiona Reid

Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · Aug 2

Lyme Resource Centre on Tour – August & September 2025

LRC will be hitting the road, attending several events across Scotland to raise awareness of Lyme disease & tick bite prevention.

First up is Melfort Community Garden Open Day in Drumry tomorrow!

www.lymeresourcecentre.com/event

Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · Jul 19

Thank you to Aileen for hosting a coffee morning today at Steeple Hall, Montrose to raise awareness of Lyme disease and to raise funds for us!

Head along between 10am - 12noon to enjoy a coffee, chat and all the raffle prizes, plant sale and tasty home baking!

Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · Jun 27

The events LRC plans to attend are:
Friday 8th and Saturday 9th August - Moy Country Fair, Invernessshire
Saturday 16th August - Great Wilderness challenge, Poolewe, Highland
Saturday 23rd August - Glenurquhart Highland Games, Invernessshire

Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · Jun 27

Calling @scotstemambassador.bsky.social volunteers!

Lyme Resource Centre will be attending the following events in August 2025, we are looking for people to support Morven May McCallum, an experienced LRC advocate, with manning a stand & providing #TickTalk support to visitors

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Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · Jun 22

The school holidays are approaching - make sure you are prepared for spending time outdoors!

Remember to #BeTickAware this summer

✅ Learn about tick bite prevention
✅ Know how to safely remove ticks if bitten
✅ Be aware of symptoms of Lyme disease

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Lyme Resource Centre @lymeresourcecentre.bsky.social · Jun 22

If you are interested in participating please contact the study team by emailing [email protected] or call 0141 232 7599 to request more information.