In a high school lab, a group of students are using CRISPR to tackle Lyme disease. These students are part of a team competing in an international science competition called iGEM. The team is using CRISPR to detect and treat Lyme disease, which is caused by bacteria transmitted by ticks. The team's
Bella Hadid recently shared a personal health update that has left many fans worried. She posted photos from her hospital bed, connected to IVs, but didn't reveal what she's being treated for. This isn't the first time she's been open about her health battles. Bella has been dealing with Lyme disea
Justin Timberlake recently shared some personal news with his fans. He revealed that he has been dealing with Lyme disease. This news came as he wrapped up his two-year Forget Tomorrow tour. Timberlake is known for being private, but he felt it was important to talk about his health. He wanted to e
Ukraine is facing a growing problem with Lyme disease. This illness is caused by bacteria from the Borrelia family. It spreads through the bites of infected ticks, specifically the Ixodes type. Lyme disease has become a big issue for public health in Ukraine. The number of reported cases has been go
Scientists at Marshfield Clinic Research Institute are collecting ticks to learn more about these pesky creatures and the diseases they carry. So far, over 5,000 ticks have been submitted by the public through a research study called TICK Inventory via Citizen Science (TICS). This time of year, you
Mosquitoes have been a persistent scourge on humanity for centuries, spreading deadly diseases like malaria, yellow fever, and West Nile virus. The recent hospitalization of Dr. Anthony Fauci, a renowned expert in infectious diseases, serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by these tiny ins
