Home Symptoms Live Discussion Diagnosis Treatment World-wide Support Finder Library Research Lymelinks Contact Pets & Lyme DONATIONS Drug Info Medical Dictionary Board of Directors Lyme Disease is commonly misspelled or called Lime Disease, Limes Disease, Lyme's Disease, Lymes Disease      Click on the graphic to vote for this site as a Starting Point Hot Site. -- No Warranties or Representations Lyme Disease symptoms vary from person to person. (lymes disease lyme's disease lime disease limes disease) The data and information presented in this web site are presented in good faith and believed to be accurate regarding Lyme disease (commonly misspelled lymes disease lyme's disease lime disease limes disease) and other related diseases. Any and all liability for the content or any omissions including any inaccuracies, errors, or misstatements in such data or information is expressly disclaimed. The web site is compiled for the sole purpose of informing community members of resources and information pertaining to Lyme Borreliosis Disease and its coinfections. Lyme disease symptoms may vary from person to person. The Canadian Lyme Disease Foundation, Directors and members are not liable for any direct or indirect damages or any damages whatsoever resulting from loss of use, data or profits, whether in an action of contract, negligence or other tortious action arising out of or in connection with the use or performance of information available from this website. Consult a qualified Lyme ( Borreliosis ) Disease literate doctor for medical advice if Lyme Disease is suspect to discuss your Lyme Disease Symptoms. en français For Physicians Ticks Coinfections Prevention Our Stories Click Here to order our free Lyme Disease Flyer,    Here for our free Lyme Disease Poster ..documents may be copied (to distribute) but edit only for alignment. From the Queens Chronicle Mayersohn Pushes Changes In Treatment Of Lyme Disease by Liz Rhoades, Managing Editor September 22, 2005 Assemblywoman Nettie Mayersohn of Flushing has been instrumental in changing state regulations regarding the treatment of Lyme disease. Five years ago, several people who suffered from the debilitating disease brought their concerns to her for further investigation. Apparently, some physicians were being penalized by insurance companies for prescribing extended antibiotic treatment for patients. At that time, long-term antibiotic treatment for Lyme disease was not so common, although now it is a routine procedure. As a result of complaints by insurance companies over rising costs, several doctors treating Lyme disease faced charges and serious discipline, one even had his license revoked, according to Mayersohn. She and other legislators contacted Governor George Pataki to discuss the problem. Over the next few years, in conjunction with the Office of Professional Medical Conduct, they worked out ways to protect these doctors while also not hindering the ability of the state to prosecute and discipline bad practitioners. In June, OPMC Director Dennis Graziano issued a memorandum noting that it is contrary to the policy and practice of his agency “to identify, investigate, or charge a physician, physician’s assistant or specialist assistant based solely on that practitioner’s recommendation.” However, those physicians who may actually hurt a patient will still be subject to strict disciplinary action. The memo specifically refers to the treatment of Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases. Lyme disease can cause serious joint problems and other health issues if not treated quickly or effectively. Although more common in rural areas, the city Department of Health reported 357 cases in the city last year, but it is believed that 85 percent of them were contracted outside the city. Infected deer ticks are usually found in high grass. The disease is spread when the tick bites a human. Often the gorged bodies of the ticks remain on the skin until removed. To prevent infection, wear light-colored clothes, tuck pants into socks and wear closed-toe shoes when walking in brush-covered areas. The ticks are most prevalent from the spring through the fall. The city DOH recommends that while outside in rural areas, people should use DEET insect repellent. After returning from outdoors, check skin for attached ticks. Ticks should be removed carefully with tweezers. Do not handle them. Wash the area of the bite after removal.    The disease is named after Old Lyme, Connecticut, where it was first discovered. Symptoms include a bull’s-eye ring around the bite, headaches and joint aches. Dr. Joseph Burascano, a Lyme disease specialist, applauded the new state policy. “The pressure is now off Lyme-treating physicians in New York and is certainly a reward for all the hard work and efforts of the Lyme community.” Mayersohn promises to make sure the policy is carried out as written. Her efforts were praised by the Lyme Disease Association and Voices of Lyme/NY