Lyme Disease UK
@lymediseaseuk.bsky.social
UK charity supporting Lyme disease patients and raising awareness of how to prevent tick bites www.lymediseaseuk.com
💚 Join our LDUK Connect session on Emotional Awareness & Self-Compassion - Mon 8 Dec, 7–8.30pm.
Featuring guest speaker Leena Chatlani (Samagra Therapy) and facilitated by Morven-May MacCallum
A supportive space for anyone impacted by Lyme.
👉 Book: www.eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
Featuring guest speaker Leena Chatlani (Samagra Therapy) and facilitated by Morven-May MacCallum
A supportive space for anyone impacted by Lyme.
👉 Book: www.eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
December 1, 2025 at 1:40 PM
💚 Join our LDUK Connect session on Emotional Awareness & Self-Compassion - Mon 8 Dec, 7–8.30pm.
Featuring guest speaker Leena Chatlani (Samagra Therapy) and facilitated by Morven-May MacCallum
A supportive space for anyone impacted by Lyme.
👉 Book: www.eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
Featuring guest speaker Leena Chatlani (Samagra Therapy) and facilitated by Morven-May MacCallum
A supportive space for anyone impacted by Lyme.
👉 Book: www.eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
We’ve secured 5 charity places for the 2026 Great North Run. Personalised medal, free vest, entry all included! Interested? Email media@lymediseaseuk.com
#GreatNorthRun #CharityRun #HalfMarathonRunner
#GreatNorthRun #CharityRun #HalfMarathonRunner
November 30, 2025 at 7:18 PM
We’ve secured 5 charity places for the 2026 Great North Run. Personalised medal, free vest, entry all included! Interested? Email media@lymediseaseuk.com
#GreatNorthRun #CharityRun #HalfMarathonRunner
#GreatNorthRun #CharityRun #HalfMarathonRunner
Unseen - the short film exposing the reality of chronic Lyme - is close but needs a final push with two weeks left. Created by Sarah Fairbrother and advocate Morven-May MacCallum , it amplifies voices too often overlooked.
Learn more: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/unseen-ash...
#Lymedisease
Learn more: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/unseen-ash...
#Lymedisease
November 30, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Unseen - the short film exposing the reality of chronic Lyme - is close but needs a final push with two weeks left. Created by Sarah Fairbrother and advocate Morven-May MacCallum , it amplifies voices too often overlooked.
Learn more: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/unseen-ash...
#Lymedisease
Learn more: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/unseen-ash...
#Lymedisease
Today only: free delivery on everything in the LDUK shop + 10% off with code TAKE10. If you’ve been waiting, now’s the time. Every purchase supports our work and keeps Lyme visible.
Shop: lymediseaseuk.shop
#BlackFriday #LymeDisease #LDUK
Shop: lymediseaseuk.shop
#BlackFriday #LymeDisease #LDUK
November 28, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Today only: free delivery on everything in the LDUK shop + 10% off with code TAKE10. If you’ve been waiting, now’s the time. Every purchase supports our work and keeps Lyme visible.
Shop: lymediseaseuk.shop
#BlackFriday #LymeDisease #LDUK
Shop: lymediseaseuk.shop
#BlackFriday #LymeDisease #LDUK
🎄 Huge thanks to everyone who entered our Christmas e-card competition!
Congratulations to Ruth Hamlin for her winning design.
Send eco-friendly festive cheer and support Lyme Disease UK here - dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#Lymedisease #LDUK #Christmascards #DontSendMeACard
Congratulations to Ruth Hamlin for her winning design.
Send eco-friendly festive cheer and support Lyme Disease UK here - dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#Lymedisease #LDUK #Christmascards #DontSendMeACard
November 27, 2025 at 9:34 PM
🎄 Huge thanks to everyone who entered our Christmas e-card competition!
Congratulations to Ruth Hamlin for her winning design.
Send eco-friendly festive cheer and support Lyme Disease UK here - dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#Lymedisease #LDUK #Christmascards #DontSendMeACard
Congratulations to Ruth Hamlin for her winning design.
Send eco-friendly festive cheer and support Lyme Disease UK here - dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#Lymedisease #LDUK #Christmascards #DontSendMeACard
Damp and mould can seriously impact health, especially for Lyme patients. Awaab’s Law now forces faster action from social landlords—Scotland follows next year. Know your rights and act early:
Gov: gov.uk/government/p...
CA: citizensadvice.org.uk/housing/repa...
#awaabslaw #housingdamp
Gov: gov.uk/government/p...
CA: citizensadvice.org.uk/housing/repa...
#awaabslaw #housingdamp
November 27, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Damp and mould can seriously impact health, especially for Lyme patients. Awaab’s Law now forces faster action from social landlords—Scotland follows next year. Know your rights and act early:
Gov: gov.uk/government/p...
CA: citizensadvice.org.uk/housing/repa...
#awaabslaw #housingdamp
Gov: gov.uk/government/p...
CA: citizensadvice.org.uk/housing/repa...
#awaabslaw #housingdamp
UK tick-borne disease research is picking up, but testing and treatment still lag behind. Post-infectious illness funding is shifting the landscape, and new global diagnostics are on the rise.
Summary here: lymediseaseuk.com/current-rese...
Summary here: lymediseaseuk.com/current-rese...
November 26, 2025 at 1:24 PM
UK tick-borne disease research is picking up, but testing and treatment still lag behind. Post-infectious illness funding is shifting the landscape, and new global diagnostics are on the rise.
Summary here: lymediseaseuk.com/current-rese...
Summary here: lymediseaseuk.com/current-rese...
👀 From ankles to shoulders, and everywhere in between, ticks don’t discriminate. These are real bites from our community.
Where have you been bitten?
🕷 Make tick checks a habit.
#BeTickAware #TickBites #Lymedisease
Where have you been bitten?
🕷 Make tick checks a habit.
#BeTickAware #TickBites #Lymedisease
November 23, 2025 at 1:33 PM
👀 From ankles to shoulders, and everywhere in between, ticks don’t discriminate. These are real bites from our community.
Where have you been bitten?
🕷 Make tick checks a habit.
#BeTickAware #TickBites #Lymedisease
Where have you been bitten?
🕷 Make tick checks a habit.
#BeTickAware #TickBites #Lymedisease
💚 Want a Black Friday deal that actually matters? Take 10% off everything in the LDUK shop (21 Nov, 9am–2 Dec, midnight) and enjoy free shipping on 28 Nov only. Every purchase backs real Lyme awareness and support.
Use code TAKE10: lymediseaseuk.shop
#BlackFriday
Use code TAKE10: lymediseaseuk.shop
#BlackFriday
November 23, 2025 at 1:31 PM
💚 Want a Black Friday deal that actually matters? Take 10% off everything in the LDUK shop (21 Nov, 9am–2 Dec, midnight) and enjoy free shipping on 28 Nov only. Every purchase backs real Lyme awareness and support.
Use code TAKE10: lymediseaseuk.shop
#BlackFriday
Use code TAKE10: lymediseaseuk.shop
#BlackFriday
💚 The next LDUK Connect patient support webinar facilitated by Morven-May MacCallum will take place on Thursday 27 November from 7-8.30pm GMT.
📲 Learn more and book your place on our patient support webinar: eventbrite.com/e/patient-su...
#LymeDisease #LymeDiseaseUK #LymeDiseaseSymptoms
📲 Learn more and book your place on our patient support webinar: eventbrite.com/e/patient-su...
#LymeDisease #LymeDiseaseUK #LymeDiseaseSymptoms
Patient Support Webinar: LDUK Connect
Chat with others living with or affected by late Lyme disease.
Share your experiences, find support, hear ideas and tips.
eventbrite.com
November 21, 2025 at 4:21 PM
💚 The next LDUK Connect patient support webinar facilitated by Morven-May MacCallum will take place on Thursday 27 November from 7-8.30pm GMT.
📲 Learn more and book your place on our patient support webinar: eventbrite.com/e/patient-su...
#LymeDisease #LymeDiseaseUK #LymeDiseaseSymptoms
📲 Learn more and book your place on our patient support webinar: eventbrite.com/e/patient-su...
#LymeDisease #LymeDiseaseUK #LymeDiseaseSymptoms
Found a tick? You can help @ukhsa.bsky.social track tick species and map their spread across the UK. Every sample improves understanding and public health.
Learn how to remove and submit ticks safely: gov.uk/guidance/tic...
#TickAwareness #TickSurveillance #LymeDisease #BeTickAware
Learn how to remove and submit ticks safely: gov.uk/guidance/tic...
#TickAwareness #TickSurveillance #LymeDisease #BeTickAware
November 20, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Found a tick? You can help @ukhsa.bsky.social track tick species and map their spread across the UK. Every sample improves understanding and public health.
Learn how to remove and submit ticks safely: gov.uk/guidance/tic...
#TickAwareness #TickSurveillance #LymeDisease #BeTickAware
Learn how to remove and submit ticks safely: gov.uk/guidance/tic...
#TickAwareness #TickSurveillance #LymeDisease #BeTickAware
🎬 Proud to support Unseen, a short film spotlighting chronic Lyme disease by Sarah Fairbrother Morven-May MacCallum.
Watch the trailer & help spread the word: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/unseen-ash...
#LymeDiseaseUK #LymeAwareness #UnseenFilm
Watch the trailer & help spread the word: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/unseen-ash...
#LymeDiseaseUK #LymeAwareness #UnseenFilm
November 18, 2025 at 3:11 PM
🎬 Proud to support Unseen, a short film spotlighting chronic Lyme disease by Sarah Fairbrother Morven-May MacCallum.
Watch the trailer & help spread the word: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/unseen-ash...
#LymeDiseaseUK #LymeAwareness #UnseenFilm
Watch the trailer & help spread the word: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/unseen-ash...
#LymeDiseaseUK #LymeAwareness #UnseenFilm
Five years after a tick bite in the New Forest changed her life, Christine is using her talent to give back. Every penny from her calendar goes to LDUK as a thank-you to the community that supported her through recovery.
Support her beautiful cause: etsy.com/uk/listing/4...
Support her beautiful cause: etsy.com/uk/listing/4...
November 17, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Five years after a tick bite in the New Forest changed her life, Christine is using her talent to give back. Every penny from her calendar goes to LDUK as a thank-you to the community that supported her through recovery.
Support her beautiful cause: etsy.com/uk/listing/4...
Support her beautiful cause: etsy.com/uk/listing/4...
Over 70,000 members backed clearer tick awareness at National Trust sites - a long-overdue, sensible step to help prevent infections and keep visitors safe.
Read more: nationaltrust.org.uk/services/med...
#NationalTrust #Lymedisease #BeTickAware
Read more: nationaltrust.org.uk/services/med...
#NationalTrust #Lymedisease #BeTickAware
November 16, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Over 70,000 members backed clearer tick awareness at National Trust sites - a long-overdue, sensible step to help prevent infections and keep visitors safe.
Read more: nationaltrust.org.uk/services/med...
#NationalTrust #Lymedisease #BeTickAware
Read more: nationaltrust.org.uk/services/med...
#NationalTrust #Lymedisease #BeTickAware
There’s no guaranteed “safe” time limit!
While the risk of Lyme disease increases the longer a tick is attached, even a short attachment can transmit infection.
For more information visit lymediseaseuk.com/help-ive-bee...
#LymeDiseaseUK #TickAwareness #LymeDisease #HealthFacts
While the risk of Lyme disease increases the longer a tick is attached, even a short attachment can transmit infection.
For more information visit lymediseaseuk.com/help-ive-bee...
#LymeDiseaseUK #TickAwareness #LymeDisease #HealthFacts
November 16, 2025 at 5:25 PM
There’s no guaranteed “safe” time limit!
While the risk of Lyme disease increases the longer a tick is attached, even a short attachment can transmit infection.
For more information visit lymediseaseuk.com/help-ive-bee...
#LymeDiseaseUK #TickAwareness #LymeDisease #HealthFacts
While the risk of Lyme disease increases the longer a tick is attached, even a short attachment can transmit infection.
For more information visit lymediseaseuk.com/help-ive-bee...
#LymeDiseaseUK #TickAwareness #LymeDisease #HealthFacts
World Kindness Day matters deeply in the Lyme community. Kindness is validation, support, and being believed. It’s listening, helping with daily tasks, sharing stories, advocating for better care. Join us today: share a message, reach out, volunteer, speak up. #WorldKindnessDay
November 13, 2025 at 1:17 PM
World Kindness Day matters deeply in the Lyme community. Kindness is validation, support, and being believed. It’s listening, helping with daily tasks, sharing stories, advocating for better care. Join us today: share a message, reach out, volunteer, speak up. #WorldKindnessDay
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November 13, 2025 at 1:16 PM
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Still time to book our LDUK Connect webinar on Wed 19 Nov, 7–8.30pm GMT. Therapeutic Coach Samantha Quemby joins host Moven-May MacCallum, to cover coping with the festive season while managing Lyme, plus Q&A. Details/booking: eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
November 12, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Still time to book our LDUK Connect webinar on Wed 19 Nov, 7–8.30pm GMT. Therapeutic Coach Samantha Quemby joins host Moven-May MacCallum, to cover coping with the festive season while managing Lyme, plus Q&A. Details/booking: eventbrite.com/e/lduk-conne...
🎄🎄🎄 Important Announcement 🎄🎄🎄
The deadline has now been extended to the 19th November - we can't wait to receive your entries!
#ChristmasCardCompetition #getcreative
The deadline has now been extended to the 19th November - we can't wait to receive your entries!
#ChristmasCardCompetition #getcreative
🎄 Got a festive design in you?
Enter the Lyme Disease UK Christmas card competition!
Check out last year’s entries for inspo.
Submit a high-res JPEG/PNG to awareness@lymediseaseuk.com by 12 Nov.
#LDUK #LymeDisease #ChristmasCards #CreativeForACause
Enter the Lyme Disease UK Christmas card competition!
Check out last year’s entries for inspo.
Submit a high-res JPEG/PNG to awareness@lymediseaseuk.com by 12 Nov.
#LDUK #LymeDisease #ChristmasCards #CreativeForACause
November 12, 2025 at 2:22 PM
🎄🎄🎄 Important Announcement 🎄🎄🎄
The deadline has now been extended to the 19th November - we can't wait to receive your entries!
#ChristmasCardCompetition #getcreative
The deadline has now been extended to the 19th November - we can't wait to receive your entries!
#ChristmasCardCompetition #getcreative
🎄 Got a festive design in you?
Enter the Lyme Disease UK Christmas card competition!
Check out last year’s entries for inspo.
Submit a high-res JPEG/PNG to awareness@lymediseaseuk.com by 12 Nov.
#LDUK #LymeDisease #ChristmasCards #CreativeForACause
Enter the Lyme Disease UK Christmas card competition!
Check out last year’s entries for inspo.
Submit a high-res JPEG/PNG to awareness@lymediseaseuk.com by 12 Nov.
#LDUK #LymeDisease #ChristmasCards #CreativeForACause
November 11, 2025 at 4:18 PM
🎄 Got a festive design in you?
Enter the Lyme Disease UK Christmas card competition!
Check out last year’s entries for inspo.
Submit a high-res JPEG/PNG to awareness@lymediseaseuk.com by 12 Nov.
#LDUK #LymeDisease #ChristmasCards #CreativeForACause
Enter the Lyme Disease UK Christmas card competition!
Check out last year’s entries for inspo.
Submit a high-res JPEG/PNG to awareness@lymediseaseuk.com by 12 Nov.
#LDUK #LymeDisease #ChristmasCards #CreativeForACause
Keep your practice informed on Lyme disease
✅ Staff: RCGP e-learning
✅ Order awareness packs: lymediseaseuk.com/awareness-pa...
✅ Clinicians Hub & Pharmacy resources: lymediseaseuk.com/clinicians/
#LymeDiseaseUK #TickAwareness #HealthcareAwareness
✅ Staff: RCGP e-learning
✅ Order awareness packs: lymediseaseuk.com/awareness-pa...
✅ Clinicians Hub & Pharmacy resources: lymediseaseuk.com/clinicians/
#LymeDiseaseUK #TickAwareness #HealthcareAwareness
November 10, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Keep your practice informed on Lyme disease
✅ Staff: RCGP e-learning
✅ Order awareness packs: lymediseaseuk.com/awareness-pa...
✅ Clinicians Hub & Pharmacy resources: lymediseaseuk.com/clinicians/
#LymeDiseaseUK #TickAwareness #HealthcareAwareness
✅ Staff: RCGP e-learning
✅ Order awareness packs: lymediseaseuk.com/awareness-pa...
✅ Clinicians Hub & Pharmacy resources: lymediseaseuk.com/clinicians/
#LymeDiseaseUK #TickAwareness #HealthcareAwareness
The Erythema Migrans (EM) rash is one of the most recognisable signs of Lyme disease, but around 1 in 3 people with Lyme disease never develop a rash at all.
Learn more - lymediseaseuk.com/lyme-rash/
#LymeDiseaseUK #LymeAwareness #TickBite #LymeDisease #HealthAwareness
Learn more - lymediseaseuk.com/lyme-rash/
#LymeDiseaseUK #LymeAwareness #TickBite #LymeDisease #HealthAwareness
November 9, 2025 at 4:15 PM
The Erythema Migrans (EM) rash is one of the most recognisable signs of Lyme disease, but around 1 in 3 people with Lyme disease never develop a rash at all.
Learn more - lymediseaseuk.com/lyme-rash/
#LymeDiseaseUK #LymeAwareness #TickBite #LymeDisease #HealthAwareness
Learn more - lymediseaseuk.com/lyme-rash/
#LymeDiseaseUK #LymeAwareness #TickBite #LymeDisease #HealthAwareness
We’re grateful to @theipaper.com for raising awareness of the growing presence of ticks in urban environments and the risks they pose.
📰 Read the full article: inews.co.uk/news/why-lym...
#LymeDiseaseUK #TickAwareness #BeTickAware #ChronicIllness #LymeDisease
📰 Read the full article: inews.co.uk/news/why-lym...
#LymeDiseaseUK #TickAwareness #BeTickAware #ChronicIllness #LymeDisease
Why Lyme disease could be coming to a park near you
Lyme disease, which can cause heart and brain problems, isn't just a risk in rural areas - it's also found in urban parks
inews.co.uk
November 9, 2025 at 4:14 PM
We’re grateful to @theipaper.com for raising awareness of the growing presence of ticks in urban environments and the risks they pose.
📰 Read the full article: inews.co.uk/news/why-lym...
#LymeDiseaseUK #TickAwareness #BeTickAware #ChronicIllness #LymeDisease
📰 Read the full article: inews.co.uk/news/why-lym...
#LymeDiseaseUK #TickAwareness #BeTickAware #ChronicIllness #LymeDisease
Facial palsy can be a serious complication of Lyme disease and it’s the most common cause of facial paralysis in children, often mistaken for Bell’s palsy. Early diagnosis is vital to prevent lasting symptoms.
Clinicians: access our key resources here - lymediseaseuk.com/clinicians/f...
Clinicians: access our key resources here - lymediseaseuk.com/clinicians/f...
November 7, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Facial palsy can be a serious complication of Lyme disease and it’s the most common cause of facial paralysis in children, often mistaken for Bell’s palsy. Early diagnosis is vital to prevent lasting symptoms.
Clinicians: access our key resources here - lymediseaseuk.com/clinicians/f...
Clinicians: access our key resources here - lymediseaseuk.com/clinicians/f...
Want to support LDUK this festive season without spending extra?
🎁 Shop online and raise free cashback for us!
From gifts to groceries, every click helps fund our vital work.
Start shopping smart today:
👉 lymediseaseuk.com/online-shopp...
#LDUK #LymeDisease #ChristmasShopping
🎁 Shop online and raise free cashback for us!
From gifts to groceries, every click helps fund our vital work.
Start shopping smart today:
👉 lymediseaseuk.com/online-shopp...
#LDUK #LymeDisease #ChristmasShopping
November 6, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Want to support LDUK this festive season without spending extra?
🎁 Shop online and raise free cashback for us!
From gifts to groceries, every click helps fund our vital work.
Start shopping smart today:
👉 lymediseaseuk.com/online-shopp...
#LDUK #LymeDisease #ChristmasShopping
🎁 Shop online and raise free cashback for us!
From gifts to groceries, every click helps fund our vital work.
Start shopping smart today:
👉 lymediseaseuk.com/online-shopp...
#LDUK #LymeDisease #ChristmasShopping