Introduction

• Tick Boot Camp Podcast goes LIVE from the ILADS Conference with Sharon Ibanez and her daughter Mara, representatives of Lyme Warrior, a nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness and providing resources for Lyme disease patients.
• Sharon and Mara share their personal experiences with Lyme disease and discuss how Lyme Warrior is making a difference in the patient community.

Lyme Warrior’s Mission at ILADS

• Sharon and Mara attend the ILADS conference to build relationships with doctors and healthcare practitioners to improve patient care.
• Their goal is to foster better communication and collaboration between Lyme patients and providers.

Mara’s Lyme Disease Journey

• Diagnosed with Lyme disease at a young age, Mara shares how it affected her physically and emotionally.
• She reflects on how an earlier diagnosis could have prevented years of suffering and isolation.

Sharon’s Battle with Lyme Disease

• Sharon recounts her decades-long struggle with misdiagnoses before finally testing positive for Lyme.
• Symptoms such as chronic migraines, weight loss, and extreme fatigue impacted her daily life.

The Challenges of Being a Lyme Parent and Patient

• Sharon opens up about the difficulty of managing her illness while being a mother.
• She emphasizes how understanding that Lyme—not her children—was causing her suffering changed her perspective.

Lyme Warrior’s Impact: Smile Boxes and Volunteer Work

• Sharon shares how receiving a Smile Box from Lyme Warrior was a turning point in her healing journey.
• Mara highlights the emotional impact of these care packages, which help Lyme patients feel seen and supported.

How to Support Lyme Warrior

• Sharon discusses ways to donate, volunteer, or sponsor a Smile Box to help Lyme patients in need.
• The organization relies on community support to continue making a difference.

Resources & Links

• 🔗 Follow the latest ILADS updates at ILADS.org
• 🔗 Learn more about Lyme Warrior: LymeWarrior.us
• 🔗 Stay connected with Tick Boot Camp: Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok | Twitter (X)

In this special live episode of the Tick Boot Camp podcast, we interview Dr. Bill Rawls, a renowned expert in chronic Lyme disease, at the ILADS conference. They dive deep into the critical steps newly diagnosed Lyme disease patients should take, discussing the complexity of chronic infections, the role of the nervous system, and key herbal-based solutions like the HPA Balance, Restore Kit, and Gut Rebuild Kit to support healing.

• Understanding Chronic Lyme – How multiple microbes contribute to long-term illness and why Lyme disease is more than just Borrelia.
• Regulating the Nervous System – The importance of managing the fight-or-flight response for improved recovery.
• The HPA Balance Supplement – How this formula supports HPA axis regulation, stress reduction, and immune function.
• The Restore Kit – A comprehensive blend of antimicrobials, adaptogens, and cellular support designed for Lyme patients.
• The Gut Rebuild Kit – Why gut health is essential after antibiotic use and how to restore balance with the right nutrients.
• Holistic Healing Approach – How emotional health, detoxification, and physiological support are all interconnected in Lyme recovery.

Dr. Bill Rawls is a board-certified physician with a background in family medicine and a personal journey overcoming Lyme disease. He is the author of "Suffered Long Enough" and "Unlocking Lyme" and serves as the Medical Director of Vital Plan, an herbal supplement and wellness company. Dr. Rawls is dedicated to helping Lyme patients take control of their healing through natural solutions.

• Follow the latest ILADS updates: ILADS.org
• Learn more about Dr. Bill Rawls: RawlsMD.com
• Stay connected with Tick Boot Camp: Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok | Twitter (X)

In this special live interview from the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) Conference, Noah Johnston, Executive Director of Project Lyme, shares invaluable insights into the organization's mission and the work they're doing to support the Lyme disease community. From education to research, advocacy to patient support, Noah covers it all in this engaging discussion.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Overview of Project Lyme's Mission: Learn about how Project Lyme is focused on education, research, advocacy, and direct patient support in the fight against tick-borne diseases.
• Collaborating with Various Organizations: Discover the unique niche Project Lyme has carved out by working with other organizations in the tick-borne disease space to maximize impact.
• Significant Funding and Research Partnerships: Hear about the funding Project Lyme has raised and the research partnerships that are contributing to the ongoing fight against Lyme disease.
• Advocacy Efforts: Noah talks about Project Lyme's advocacy efforts, including its founding membership in the Center for Lyme Action, and the critical role this initiative plays in raising awareness.
• Direct Patient Support Initiatives: Learn about Project Lyme's practical support for patients, including educational resources, symptom questionnaires, and provider directories.
• How the Public Can Get Involved: Noah shares ways that listeners can support Project Lyme’s efforts and contribute to the Lyme disease community.

Resources & Links:

• Follow the latest ILADS updates at ILADS.org
• Learn more about Noah Johnston's organization, Project Lyme: Project Lyme Website
• Stay connected with Tick Boot Camp: Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok | Twitter (X)