Lyme Resource Centre - Scotland

21/07/2026

Enjoying the outdoors this summer? Remember to stay tick aware when walking through grassy or wooded areas, and know how to avoid ticks and remove them safely if they bite. 👆

19/07/2026

Safely and promptly removing a tick after being bitten is essential to reduce the risk of any infection being transmitted.

With the summer holidays in full swing and great weather, now is the perfect time to prepare for spending time outdoors and protecting yourself against the risk of tick bites

Our tick remover cards are designed to safely remove ticks of different sizes and are easily carried in a purse, wallet or first aid kit.

Order yours now for just £3.95 (incl. P&P) via this link: https://lyme-resource-centre.sumupstore.com/product/lrc-tick-card-click-picture

16/07/2026

Thanks to East Lothian Countryside Rangers for displaying our tick awareness posters! One of our team spotted this one at the stunning Yellowcraig Beach during a recent family day out!

Read more about how to prevent tick bites when enjoying outdoor trips this summer:

https://www.lymeresourcecentre.com/about-ticks

East Lothian Council Rangers

09/07/2026

As we continue to enjoy the summer months, we were pleased to support Community Pharmacy Scotland with guidance for community pharmacy teams on tick bites and erythema migrans (EM) rashes.

The article is a summary for pharmacy teams to help differentiate between insect bites, ringworm and EM rashes indicating Lyme disease.

As we move into the summer months, our colleague at Lyme Resource Centre have provided important information for community pharmacy teams on recognising, managing and advising patients about tick bites and erythema migrans (EM) rashes.

07/07/2026

We’re hugely grateful to Loch Lomond Association for including our tick and Lyme disease awareness poster in their 2026 newsletter magazine!

Thank you for your support and helping to spread awareness with your community!

https://www.lymeresourcecentre.com

07/06/2026

In her first speech as an MSP, Morven-May MacCallum highlighted the long and difficult journey many people with chronic diseases face before receiving a diagnosis.

"We need to ensure that patients are listened to when they tell us they are ill. Because my story should never have been my story.
And there are people across Scotland today whose stories are still being written. And we have the power to change them." - Morven-May MacCallum

04/06/2026

Thank you to Jennifer for sharing her deeply personal experience of Lyme disease.

It’s great to see awareness growing across Ireland with local councils helping to highlight Lyme disease awareness by joining in campaigns like

Her life today is one of physical pain and cognitive fog as if her brain 'is on fire'

03/06/2026

LRC is encouraged that Morven May has been a dedicated campaigner for this work, helping to raise awareness of the need for greater understanding and improved knowledge of Lyme disease.

We are delighted to see her use her inaugural speech as an MSP to address this important issue!

03/06/2026

🌟💚 Light Up for Lyme 2026 💚🌟

A huge thank you to Roscommon County Council for taking part on 23rd May - your support helps shine a light on Lyme disease and brings vital awareness to communities across the country.

Jennifer O'Beirne arranged for the lighting of the Covered Civic Space in Roscommon with support from Cllr. Liam Callaghan, An Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council and were joined by her parents John & Patricia; Paddy Joe Burke, Rossie 'Superfan' and community advocate (kindly supporting the light up by flying the Roscommon colours on the night); and, Dr. Martin Daly, TD for Roscommon-Galway in support of and Lyme Disease Awareness Month.

02/06/2026

We had a great day on Saturday 30th May at The Community Woods and Garden West Calder and Harburn Community Development Trust Open Day!

Lots of great conversations about tick and Lyme disease awareness!

Community Woods and Garden, Polbeth & West Calder West Calder and Harburn Community Development Trust Community Woodlands Association CWA