Books on Lyme disease and other Tick-borne Disorders
The following books are very informative in your quest to learn more about Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. Many of these books may be purchased directly from the national Lyme organizations which use the proceeds to further their efforts on education and research. Some books may be available at your local library, and the majority may be ordered on-line from resources like Amazon.com. Where applicable, information is provided as to where these books may be acquired resulting in funds being used towards Lyme/TBI projects. It is recommended to read in the order listed.
Coping With Lyme Disease: A Practical Guide...
to Dealing with Diagnosis and Treatment
Author: Denise Lang, Denise V. Lant;
Published 1997, Updated 2004 - Paperback
ISNB: 0-805-07563-1 ~ Approx. Cost: $ 15.95
Highlights:
Lang, who is the mother of a teenage Lyme victim combines anecdotal experiences with factual documentation to illustrate the financial, physical, and emotional costs of this chronic disease. An articulate proponent for medical consumerism, Lang emphasizes the need for funding to escalate research and educational activities. Cowritten with an expert in Lyme disease, her book thoroughly describes the illness's diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventative factors.
RATING: VERY GOOD, easy read for patient.
Available:
www.Amazon.com: ordering use CAUSE NUMBER 17921 (Supports LDF)
Everything You Need to Know About Lyme Disease...
and Other Tick-Borne Disorders
Author: Karen Vanderhoof-Forschner, et al;
Published 1997, updated 2004 - Paperback
ISNB: 0-471-40793-3 ~ Approx. Cost: $ 15.95-20.00
Highlights:
Provides the reader with an enormous amount of information. She takes the reader through a history of Lyme Disease, the problem of underreporting and the political aspects of the emerging public health treat, understanding the tick and its life-cycle, and the science of Lyme. It addresses the signs and symptoms of Lyme Disease, quest for a diagnosis, reviews the various treatment options, and includes many short stories of actual patiens and their struggles living with Lyme. The book also covers issues of tick removal, protection, property management, and even a discussion on the promise of a vaccine.
RATING: VERY GOOD.
Read 'Coping with Lyme' first to get familiar with terms and basic understanding.
Available: Directly from LDF www.lyme.org ;
www.Amazon.com: ordering use CAUSE NUMBER 17921 (Supports LDF)
Lyme Disease Update: Science, Policy & Law
Author: Marcus A. Cohen, Published/updated 2004 - Paperback
ISNB: 0-9758776-0-7 ~ Approx. Cost: $ 10.00
Highlights:
Presents peer-reviewed science behind chronic Lyme Disease in a concise format, along with the steps that have been taken by activists and governments across the country who are fighting the war against the most prevlent vector-borne disease in this country today - Lyme Disease.
RATING: VERY GOOD.
Every Lyme patient should have a copy, as well as their doctor!
Available: Directly from LDA www.lymediseaseassociation.org
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