Scientist Discusses Research Investigating Additional Pathogens Causing Lyme Disease Symptoms on 'Interviews with Experts' Series
Lyme disease researcher Eva Sapi, PhD, discusses current projects at the University of New Haven on the audio series, 'Interviews with Experts'. Studies analyze additional pathogens besides Borrelia suspected of contributing to Lyme disease symptoms. Research also focuses on finding reasons why antibiotics do not always kill Lyme bacteria. Sapi expresses concern over the rapid increase in number of ticks infected with Lyme bacteria. The interview is part of an ongoing series offering Lyme specialists a program for discussing Lyme disease symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
Incidence and Impact of Lyme Disease on the Rise
With roughly 20,000 new cases reported each year to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Lyme disease is the most common vector-borne infection in the United States. As infections increase, the need for research becomes clear.
Lyme Group Warns Bush May Not Be Out of Woods
The California Lyme Disease Association warns that President Bush may not be cured of Lyme disease. Although he finished one course of treatment, symptoms can return months or years later.