Lyme Disease and TBD Funding: Why Is It SO Underfunded? With Bonnie Crater and Heather Gray FDN-P

Lyme Disease and TBD Funding: Why Is It SO Underfunded? With Bonnie Crater and Heather Gray FDN-P

Author: Heather Gray FDN-P December 27, 2023 Duration: 25:48

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Episode 87. In this podcast Heather Gray FND-P and Bonnie Crater delves into the often unseen world of Lyme disease, exploring its impact on individuals, families, and the fight for awareness and funding. It weaves together powerful personal stories with insightful discussions on advocacy efforts and research advancements.

In this podcast you will discover

(0:10) Bonnie Carter's journey with Lyme and its impact

(1:45) Girl Scout moms unite against Lyme: A foundation's story

(3:00) Understanding the emotional and financial burdens

(3:31) Centre for Lyme Action's mission and Capitol Hill success

(4:45) Lyme's rising prevalence across various locations

(6:00) Why increased awareness and advocacy are crucial

(9:15) Inclusive and scientific approach: Centre's guiding principles

(11:00) Heather Gray FND-P passion for research funding and mental health support

(14:38) Tick Act and its impact on research and education

(16:15) Challenges of accurate patient counts and diagnostic tools

(17:30) Research priorities: Reliable testing and innovative treatments

(20:00) The Kay Hagan Tick Act: A major legislative achievement

(21:15) Addressing the funding disparity between Lyme and other diseases

(22:30) Alpha Gal syndrome: Another tick-borne illness to consider

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Guest Bio : Bonnie Crater is co-founder and board director of Center for Lyme Action.  Bonnie is also co-founder and co-chair of Bay Area Lyme Foundation and former chair of the BAL science committee which drives the research agenda, champions innovation, and seeks partners to chart new paths in Lyme research. Bonnie is 2 time CEO and is a multi-time vice president of marketing in Silicon Valley.  She currently serves on the board of the CB Wellness Foundation and on the Town of Portola Valley’s Nature and Science Committee. Ms. Crater holds an AB in Biology from Princeton University


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Heather Gray FDN-P hosts Renegade Health Boss: Healing Uncovered, a space where the often-isolating journey through chronic illness meets a pragmatic and holistic roadmap. This isn't about quick fixes but about understanding the intricate layers of conditions like Lyme disease, mold toxicity, and autoimmune challenges, while never separating the mind from the body. Heather merges the principles of Functional Medicine with actionable biohacking strategies and honest conversations about mental health, creating a unique blend of science and soul. You'll hear detailed explorations into detoxification, the nuances of energy medicine, and mindfulness practices that are grounded in real-world application. The aim is to move beyond simply managing symptoms and into a place of reclaiming vitality. Each discussion is designed to peel back the complexity of holistic wellness, offering listeners tangible steps they can integrate. If you're seeking to transform your approach to health from passive patient to active advocate, this podcast serves as both a guide and a companion, digging into the root causes that conventional paths often overlook. It’s for those ready to engage deeply with their own healing process.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Renegade Health Boss: Healing Uncovered: Chronic Illness, Lyme, Mold, Mental Health & Biohacking for Holistic Wellness
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