Course overview: This module presents human Lyme disease as a systemic infection with inflammatory pathology. The recommended treatment by two medical associations is covered, with an overview of antibiotic efficacy and a description of antibiotic tolerant-persisters. Findings from nonhuman primate studies are presented, as well as treatment goals and new strategies for eradication of the Lyme disease pathogen.
Course taught by: Monica E. Embers, PhD
Associate Professor in the Division of Immunology
Director of Vector-borne Disease Research
Tulane National Primate Research Center
About: This course is part of the Invisible Education Initiative, funded by the Montecalvo Foundation, which provides free, accredited Continuing Medical Education (CME) courses that focus on vector-borne and environmental illness and utilize a One Health framework. Learn more: [ Ссылка ].
This video is offered for 0.5 credits. To receive CME credit for this course, please register and enroll in the course at: [ Ссылка ].
The AAFP has reviewed One Health Medical Education for a Changing Climate, and deemed it acceptable for AAFP credit. Term of approval is from 01/02/2023 to 01/01/2024. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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