Minnesota Lyme Association is a nonprofit organization advocating for people with Lyme and other tick-borne diseases.

Every Minnesotan is one tick bite away from the

devastating effects of tick-borne disease.

Our Vision

Minnesota Lyme Association envisions each person affected by Lyme or tick-borne disease leading a healthy and vibrant life.

Our Mission

• To provide a supportive environment for people affected by Lyme and other tick-borne diseases;
• To educate the public and health professionals in the prevention, diagnosis and effective treatment of these diseases.

About Us

• Founded in 2006
• 700+ membership - including 1 chapters -  from around the state

To fulfill our two-fold mission, MLA

• Meets 2nd Tues of every month, White Bear Lake District Center
  
• Hosts monthly support group meetings throughout the state
• Provides credentialed speakers covering a wide range of Lyme-related topics
• Sponsors accredited continuing education courses on tick-borne diseases for physicians and nurses
• Offers scholarships to physicians to attend ILADS phyicican training
  
• Hosts a booth at the Academy of Family Phyicians and other medical conferences to introduce physicians to new Lyme disease information
• Presents information on tick-borne diseases to the public via large-scale events such as Linwood Days, the Minnesota Horse Expo and Warner Nature Center Fall Color Blast, and smaller community-based gatherings
• Accepts speaking invitations from private clubs and organizations
• Collaborates with lawmakers and elected officials on Lyme-friendly legislation
  
• Hosts public screenings of the Oscar-contending documentary "Under Our Skin"

Minnesota Lyme Association

is a 501(c)3 nonprofit 

and a Lyme Disease Association affiliate

Radio Interview with Dr. Elizabeth Maloney

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