Understanding Lyme Disease and Chronic Illness: Insights from Experts on FOX 32 ChicagoNOW
Chronic illness can be overwhelming, especially when the cause isn’t clear. From autoimmune conditions to Lyme disease, mold exposure, and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, many patients spend years searching for answers.
In these special Fox 32 ChicagoNOW feature, three of ILADS leading physicians share their expertise on Lyme disease and integrative medicine:
- Dr. Eboni Cornish, Medical Director at Amen Clinics and ILADS Board Member, breaks down what Lyme disease is, why early diagnosis matters, and how public awareness—sparked by stories like Justin Timberlake’s—can make a difference.
- Dr. Tania Dempsey, an internationally recognized expert in complex chronic conditions and ILADS Board Member, explains how integrative approaches can help patients find relief and move toward healing.
- Dr. Amy Offutt, an integrative medicine physician and ILADS Board President, highlights how treating illness at its root can help patients reclaim their health and quality of life.
ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what’s trending in and around Chicago. Together, these conversations shed light on the complexity of Lyme disease and chronic illness, and how integrative medicine offers new hope for patients.