Lyme Disease Awareness Month Pt.1: The Stigma
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The Two Much Lyme Podcast and the Global Lyme Alliance are celebrating Lyme Disease Awareness Month with two episodes specific to Lyme disease. This episode focuses on the experiences of Lyme patients in society and healthcare systems. There is a stigma surrounding a diagnosis of Lyme and tick-borne disease, which often fills patients with shame and frustration as they navigate debilitating symptoms. Julia and Maddy share their personal experiences being dismissed and torn down while at their most vulnerable, and they highlight the burden this places on those suffering and their families. If you would like to learn more about Lyme disease, you can find out more information on our "Lyme 101" episode or at the Global Lyme Alliance.   Connect with us for support:  globallymealliance.com  twomuchlymepodcast.com  Instagram: Two.muchlymepodcast 
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