Accelerate research and treatment for Lyme disease

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James Loppie and 9 others have signed recently.

The issue

In today's world, Lyme disease continues to spread its grip across the Northern Hemisphere, affecting countless lives. This tick-borne disease, whose most common indication is an expanding red rash known as erythema migrans, can emerge at the site of a tick bite just a week after exposure. Unfortunately, for many, these early signs are just the beginning of a prolonged and debilitating journey.

In 2023, a glimmer of hope emerged as clinical trials for potential human vaccines commenced. However, it's disheartening to acknowledge that despite these efforts, no vaccine is currently available for human use. One of the most promising vaccines, LYMErix, was discontinued in 2002 due to insufficient demand. Meanwhile, vaccines to prevent Lyme disease in dogs have been developed and are being used successfully, highlighting the potential for human solutions.

This gap in available treatment for humans underscores a pressing need for accelerated research and development in the medical community. It is critical that scientists are urged to expedite their efforts in finding effective treatments and ultimately, a preventive vaccine for Lyme disease in humans. This proactive approach is not just a necessary step forward, but it is integral in ensuring a future where neither humans nor dogs suffer from this debilitating condition.

Let's come together as a community to push for increased funding, research, and awareness of the need for a human vaccine. By signing this petition, you contribute to the global demand for accelerating the development of a vaccine, ensuring that Lyme disease doesn't remain a constant threat. Please join us in this fight for a Lyme disease-free future—sign the petition today.

 

 

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Recent signers:
James Loppie and 9 others have signed recently.

The issue

In today's world, Lyme disease continues to spread its grip across the Northern Hemisphere, affecting countless lives. This tick-borne disease, whose most common indication is an expanding red rash known as erythema migrans, can emerge at the site of a tick bite just a week after exposure. Unfortunately, for many, these early signs are just the beginning of a prolonged and debilitating journey.

In 2023, a glimmer of hope emerged as clinical trials for potential human vaccines commenced. However, it's disheartening to acknowledge that despite these efforts, no vaccine is currently available for human use. One of the most promising vaccines, LYMErix, was discontinued in 2002 due to insufficient demand. Meanwhile, vaccines to prevent Lyme disease in dogs have been developed and are being used successfully, highlighting the potential for human solutions.

This gap in available treatment for humans underscores a pressing need for accelerated research and development in the medical community. It is critical that scientists are urged to expedite their efforts in finding effective treatments and ultimately, a preventive vaccine for Lyme disease in humans. This proactive approach is not just a necessary step forward, but it is integral in ensuring a future where neither humans nor dogs suffer from this debilitating condition.

Let's come together as a community to push for increased funding, research, and awareness of the need for a human vaccine. By signing this petition, you contribute to the global demand for accelerating the development of a vaccine, ensuring that Lyme disease doesn't remain a constant threat. Please join us in this fight for a Lyme disease-free future—sign the petition today.

 

 

https://www.change.org/p/accelerate-research-and-treatment-for-bile-gastritis?recruiter=557144867&recruited_by_id=c415c2e0-32c7-11e6-b592-6191d989d134&utm_source=share_petition&utm_campaign=psf_combo_share_initial&utm_medium=copylink&utm_content=cl_sharecopy_37773448_en-AU%3A8

 

 

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