Illinois Lyme Association

06/10/2026

Congratulations to Rhaina Vanek for receiving the Girl Scout Gold Award! This is the highest award a Senior or Ambassador Girl Scout can earn. For her project, Rhaina chose to tackle the task of getting our trail signs installed in Will County Forest Preserve. She did everything from getting approval and obtaining permits to locating the grounds for sign placement. We might be biased, but we think the signs look perfect!

Rhaina saw a need to educate her community about ticks and tickborne disease prevention, and she knew she could do something about it! We’re so proud of Rhaina and the leadership and advocacy she demonstrated to make this project happen. 🌟

06/05/2026

We love seeing our Be Tick Aware trail signs in the wild, reminding people to take precautions against tick bites. These photos were taken at Humiston Woods in Livingston County.
📸 by Gerry Gavin

06/04/2026

We are pleased to present Foundations in Tickborne Diseases: Clinical Education for Healthcare Providers, a FREE event hosted by Illinois Lyme Association in partnership with ILADS.

This is a one-day conference on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 in Champaign, Illinois and will be offered at no cost to healthcare professionals across the Midwest for a total of 7 CMEs. Registration is available in our bio and at: illymeassociation.org/foundations

Following the conference, we will host a networking event, featuring keynote speaker Susanna Visser, DrPH, MS, policy director and epidemiologist at the CDC.

Foundations in Tickborne Diseases Clinical Education for Healthcare ProvidersHosted by Illinois Lyme Association, featuring curriculum by ILADSIllinois Lyme Association (ILA) presents Foundations in Tickborne Diseases, a one-day Midwest Regional Medical Conference.This year's event features the ILAD...

06/03/2026

We are pleased to present Foundations in Tickborne Diseases: Clinical Education for Healthcare Providers, a FREE event hosted by Illinois Lyme Association in partnership with ILADS.

This is a one-day conference on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 in Champaign, Illinois and will be offered at no cost to healthcare professionals across the Midwest for a total of 7 CMEs. Registration is available in our bio and at: illymeassociation.org/foundations

Following the conference, we will host a networking event, featuring keynote speaker Susanna Visser, DrPH, MS, policy director and epidemiologist at the CDC.

05/29/2026

A staggering 87% of respondents in our Target250 Questionnaire had their symptoms or diagnosis dismissed by medical professionals. This underscores the obstacles patients may have with getting an accurate diagnosis and receiving prompt treatment.

05/26/2026

Join us for Foundations in Tickborne Diseases: Clinical Education for Healthcare Providers, a FREE event hosted by Illinois Lyme Association in partnership with ILADS.

This conference is a one-day event on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 in Champaign, Illinois and will be offered at no cost to healthcare professionals across the Midwest for a total of 7 CMEs. Registration is open:
https://www.illymeassociation.org/foundations

Following the conference, we will host a networking event, featuring keynote speaker Susanna Visser, DrPH, MS, policy director and epidemiologist at the CDC.

05/26/2026

Lyme and tickborne diseases can come with an enormous price tag, especially if symptoms persist. Nearly 32% of our Target250 respondents stated they spent more than $10,000 in annual out-of-pocket healthcare— EVERY SINGLE YEAR.

05/22/2026

Mental health is a significant issue facing Lyme disease patients. In our Target250 Questionnaire, 69% of respondents reported they developed mental health symptoms or diagnoses after they contracted Lyme disease.

05/19/2026

In honor of Lyme Disease Awareness Month, we are pleased to announce our 2026 medical conference, Foundations in Tickborne Diseases: Clinical Education for Healthcare Providers, a FREE event hosted by Illinois Lyme Association in partnership with ILADS.

This conference is a one-day event on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 in Champaign, Illinois and will be offered at no cost to healthcare professionals across the Midwest for a total of 7 CMEs. Following the conference, we will host a free networking event, featuring keynote speaker Susanna Visser, DrPH, MS, policy director and epidemiologist at the CDC.

Please click the conference link to view the agenda, registration, and lodging details. We also have sponsorship and exhibitor options available.

We’re thrilled to bring you this first-of-its-kind conference, and we hope to see you there!

Clinical Education for Healthcare ProvidersHosted by Illinois Lyme Association in partnership with ILADSIllinois Lyme Association (ILA), in partnership with ILADS, presents Foundations in Tickborne Diseases: Clinical Education for Healthcare Providers, a one-day Midwest Regional Medical Conference,....

05/19/2026

Lyme disease and other tickborne disease can be an isolating illness. In our Target250 Questionnaire, 76% of respondents reported that Lyme disease significantly or moderately affected their ability to participate in social activities. Has it affected you this way?