Ticks and tick-borne diseases are on the rise throughout Illinois. Here are five tips to help protect you and your family from the dreaded tick bite.

ILA Executive Director Jennifer Russell shares a spring update about what’s been happening with the organization to further the mission of Lyme disease education, awareness, and advocacy so far.

Borrelia miyamotoi is a lesser-known but emerging threat, lurking in the dense foliage of Illinois. It belongs to the same family as the Lyme disease-causing Borrelia burgdorferi. Yet, B. miyamotoi has its own unique set of challenges, from transmission to diagnosis and treatment. Read about them here.

Illinois Lyme Association’s (ILA) Executive Director Jennifer Russell was featured on Episode 401 of the Tick Bootcamp Podcast on February 21, 2024. Click to listen to this amazing episode!

Proximity to ticks and long hours spent in wooded areas or handling a harvest puts hunters in a high-risk category for those most susceptible to encountering tick bites and tick-borne diseases. Here’s what to do about it.

From the bite of a Lone Star tick to an unexpected allergic reaction to meat, Illinois is among the top 13 states for alpha-gal syndrome. Read all about this emerging and dangerous meat allergy here.

People who work outdoors, including railroad and forestry workers, park rangers, conservation police, landscapers, utility and construction workers, and farmers, are more likely to encounter infected ticks. Learn how to prevent tick bites and recognize the symptoms of Lyme disease.

Those who have contracted Lyme disease and other tick-borne disease may be at greater risk of developing mental health issues. Learn how Lyme disease and mental health can go hand in hand here.

ILA’s Executive Director Jennifer Russell reflects on 2023 and shares the oganization’s hopeful vision for Lyme disease education and awareness in Illinois for 2024.

One Lyme disease patient takes a look back on a decade of healing and provides three tips to help others continue to cope.

After doctors dismissed Steve’s symptoms, he took his health into his hands and advocated successfully for a correct diagnosis and treatment plan. Read his story here.

Celebrity fitness trainer and wellness consultant Kim Strothers with Illinois Lyme Association’s junior ambassador Lauryn Russell on October 16, 2023 in Chicago. Read Lauryn’s speech here.

Many people are forced to decide between seeking quality treatment, paying their rent or mortgage, or putting food on the table. Here are 5 tips to treat Lyme when you’re on a budget.

Illinois Lyme Association Featured on MarketMaker: Raising Awareness on Tick-Borne Diseases in the Meat Processing Industry.

Working toward healing from Lyme disease is a full-body affair, encompassing not just the physical but the mental and spiritual as well. Here are 15 quotes to uplift your mind, body, and heart.

Your beloved pet could face life-altering or life-threatening health problems from Lyme disease and other tick-borne infections. Here’s what you need to know to keep your pet safe this year.

Some experts believe low adrenal function, also known as adrenal insufficiency, is caused by a disruption in the brain’s hypothalamus, the region of your brain that signals your adrenal glands to produce hormones. Here’s what you need to know.

Using some simple dietary and lifestyle changes, you can minimize gastrointestinal discomfort and keep your belly happy during Lyme treatment. Here’s how.

By stepping up our detoxification processes, we help our bodies handle different combinations of medications and supplements, eliminate toxic waste, and heal. Let’s take a look at seven budget-friendly detox ideas that won’t break the bank.

Dealing with a chronic illness such as Lyme can make you feel isolated and lonely, especially for teens needing more social interaction. Here’s a list of teen-appropriate support options to help you find a community.