National Lyme Disease Awareness Month
National Lyme Disease Awareness Month is a hand extended — to the patients, caregivers, researchers, and families living with lyme disease awareness.
How to celebrate
Small, doable ways to celebrate National Lyme Disease Awareness Month.
- Share one reputable resource with your network.
- Donate to a patient-led organization working on lyme disease awareness.
- Check in on someone you know who's living with it.
- Book the screening or appointment you've been putting off.
- Listen more than you speak.
Celebration ideas by audience
For families
Have the real conversation at the table — stigma-free, no lecture.
For kids
Answer questions honestly and age-appropriately.
For couples
Check in with each other's appointments, screenings, and follow-ups.
At the office
Share vetted resources and encourage people to use their benefits.
At school
Bring in an expert, survivor, or advocate to speak for a class period.
In your community
Run a donation drive, a walk, or a listening session for those affected.
On your own
Reach out to someone you know is living with it. Ask how they're doing for real.