Lyme Disease Resource Center, Inc.
37 Bridge St. #171 Northampton, MA 01061
413-588-7388 [email protected]
September 14, 2023
Welcome to the first LDRC Newsletter
We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to all of you as we launch the first issue of the Lyme Disease Resource Center’s Newsletter.
If you have any suggestions, ideas, or specific topics you would like us to cover in future editions, please feel free to reach out to us ([email protected]). We highly value your input and will strive to incorporate your suggestions as much as possible.
It is with great pleasure that we introduce this new initiative aimed at keeping you informed and engaged with the latest happenings, updates, and insights from our organization.
From the desk of the Executive Director
Dear Friends,
Although the start to September has been hot and humid, the calendar tells us that it is the unofficial start of the fall season. My favorite time of year, filled with bright colors of New England foliage, cooling days, and the scent of ripe apples and cinnamon spice. So many reasons to go outdoors and enjoy the scenery! Lyme advocates remind us to be aware as we enjoy the falling leaves and outdoor adventures by taking steps to protect from ticks still active at this time: https://www.lymedisease.org/lyme-basics/ticks/personal-protection.
Fall is also filled with lots of exciting LDRC virtual offerings: practitioner presentation series, book talk, monthly Saturday and Wednesday support groups, peer counseling, and holistic services. October 22 marks the 10th anniversary of our founding (see the event info below for celebrating on the 24th) and we will be celebrating all month! Check out social media throughout October for fun reflections on the LDRC’s history and consider making a donation to support us in reaching this milestone.
The challenge of the pandemic brought unexpected benefits of being able to support people from across the US. A handful of clients reached out from Canada, the United Kingdom, and Mexico as well! We are grateful for the support that allows us to help so many Lyme and chronic illness patients through our free services.
Recently our board of directors has grown and we continue to have more volunteers joining our team. Without them, we would not be able to do what we do. You can learn more about our board and volunteer opportunities here: https://www.lymedrc.org/get-involved.
Grown from a wishful thought in a Lyme support group in 2010, to a registered 501(c)(3) in 2013, to an established resource for Lyme patients and their care partners in 2023. We are the Lyme Disease Resource Center of Northampton MA. Dedicated to serving the Lyme community for the next 10 years and beyond!
Warm Regards,
Maria Malaguti, Executive Director/Founder
LDRC News and Updates
Practitioner Presentation Series
Check out the details for each of these events and register at: https://www.lymedrc.org/special-events/
Intro to Biomagnetism and Lyme Magnetic Protocol with Christina Sheppard
September 21 at 7pm
Register here.
Botanical Approaches to Prevention and Treatment of Lyme with Hannah Jacobson-Hardy: Presentation and Q&A
September 27 at 7pm
Register here.
Book Talk with Noëlle Janka Rebel Healing: Transforming Ourselves and the Systems that Make us Sick
October 11 at 6:30pm
Register here.
LDRC 10th Anniversary CelebrationOctober 24 at 7pm
Register here. We are proud and excited to be celebrating our 10th year of supporting clients, offering education, resources, holistic therapies, and more. Join us as we reflect on how far we’ve come and look to the future.Help us continue to improve the lives of people living with Lyme and other tick-borne illnesses by donating here. Consider becoming a monthly donor. Support Groups
3rd Wednesdays: Chronic Illness Support and Wellness Group
September 20
4:30-6:00pm
Register here.
A facilitated discussion for those with Lyme or other chronic illnesses, to create connection, with the intention of moving towards wellness.
All are welcome including any persons supporting those with Lyme or chronic illness.
Monthly Saturday Lyme Support Group
October 7
1:00-2:30pm
Register here.
Strategies and resources for living well with tick-borne illness. All are welcome including any persons supporting those with Lyme or tick borne illness.
Lyme in the News:
“Which strains of Lyme disease cause the most severe symptoms?”
“Bay Area Lyme Foundation has announced the results of the most comprehensive whole genome sequencing study of Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacteria that causes Lyme disease — a condition affecting nearly 500,000 new patients annually.” Read the full article at: https://www.lymedisease.org/lyme-disease-genetic-strains/
Conferences & Meetings:
Lyme & Tick-Borne Diseases: Research & Clinical Advances 2023
The Lyme Disease Association, Inc. with joint provider Columbia Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, will hold its 22nd annual scientific CME conference.* It will be held virtually on Friday, October 13, and Saturday, October 14, 2023.
For more details go to: https://lymediseaseassociation.org/lda-conferences/2023-overview/
24th ILADS Annual Scientific Conference 2023
Happening Thursday, October 19th through Saturday, October 21st in Boston, MA. This years theme is “Vector-Borne Diseases: Understanding the Impact of Microbial Communities.”
For more details go to: https://www.ilads.org/ilads-conference/2023-annual-conference-boston/
Remove Ticks Safely
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9EBOV5GCRk&feature=youtu.be
Your donation helps us offer free programing and services.
Mail a check:
“Lyme Disease Resource Center, Inc.”
PO Box 171, Northampton, MA 01061
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Get Involved:
The LDRC relies on volunteers to keep us going.
Find out more about how you can help here:
https://www.lymedrc.org/about/volunteer