NEWS FROM ILADS

ILADS Statement on CMS Proposed Rule Concerning Antibiotic Stewardship

August 26, 2016

The International Lyme and Associate Diseases Society (ILADS) has commented on the Proposed Rule of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, CMS-3295-P: “Medicare and Medicaid Programs: Hospital and Critical Access Hospital Changes to Promote Innovation, Flexibility, and Improvement in Patient Care” which appeared in the Federal Register (0938-AS21, June 16, 2016).

Upcoming Conferences

Friday-Saturday, May 19-20, 2017
Paris, France

We invite you to join us at the 2017 ILADS 7th European Lyme Basics Course and Scientific Session in Paris, May 19-20, 2017.

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Thursday-Sunday, November 9-12, 2017
Boston, MA

We are excited to announce the 2017 ILADS Annual Scientific Session in Boston, fall 2017. The theme this year combines international collaboration of the latest developments: research and evidence based medicine for tick-borne disease.

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Thursday-Sunday, November 1-4, 2018
Chicago, IL

ILADS is please to announce its 2018 fall meeting venue. Ideally situated in downtown Chicago, the Sheraton Grand Chicago is an icon on the Chicago River with breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and the city skyline. Chicago is a city steeped in history and tradition and the Sheraton Grand Chicago is only steps from fascinating architecture and historic landmarks including Navy Pier, Magnificent Mile and Millennium Park.

Friday-Sunday, November 4 – 6, 2016

Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown Hotel

International Lyme and Associated Disease Society is proud to bring its 2016 annual scientific conference to Philadelphia, PA. The program will consist of cutting edge research presentations each morning followed by practical afternoon breakout sessions.

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ILADEF Physician Training Program

The Training Program provides medical and other healthcare practitioners the opportunity to study with Lyme-literate healthcare professionals. Through this experience, participants will develop the skills necessary to properly diagnose and treat Lyme disease. These professionals will be able to return to their community with enhanced skills and the ability to provide superior care to Lyme patients.

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ILADEF ANNOUNCES CALL FOR ABSTRACTS FOR BOSTON

The International Lyme and Associated Diseases Educational Foundation (ILADEF) research committee encourages international researchers, students and clinicians to submit an abstract for the meeting in Boston. Accepted abstracts will be presented as posters at the meeting. After judging, two of these posters will be chosen for monetary prizes. Additionally two researchers will be eligible for up to a $1000 prize. In addition, a couple of selected student travel grants will be awarded. Proof of student registry is needed. Both medical and PhD students are encouraged to apply. Due date for submission of abstracts is 5 September 2017.

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ILADEF Announces Paris Poster Winners

ILADEF is pleased to announce the winners of the poster presentation at the recent ILADS European meeting in Paris. Mariia Shkilna, MD, PhD won for her poster entitled, "Lyme Borresliosis Amongst Forestry Workers of Ternopil Region, Ukraine." F. Shan of the University of Leicester was the principle researcher on the poster entitled, "Bacteriophages in Diagnosis and Treatment of Lyme Disease and Relapsing Fever.

Leona Gilbert, PhD of the University of University of Jyvaskyla, Finland is the Chairman of the ILADEF research committee. Her team in Paris evaluated the posters. "All of the posters were of excellent quality. It was a challenge for us to choose just two winning submissions."

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ILADEF ANNOUNCES CAR DONATION PROGRAM

Why Donate?

Avoid the hassles of selling a car
No need to pay hefty repair bills
Free up space in your garage
100% tax deductible

We accept all kinds of vehicles. Your donation is greatly appreciated.

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READ: 700+ ARTICLES

Did you know there are hundreds of articles that cite peer reviewed evidence of persistence of Lyme Disease? Dr. Robert Bransfield, past president of ILADS, has accumulated a list of over 700 articles.

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