Our very own J. Lynn Menzel was recently interviewed by ABC news in South Dakota's KSFY. She discussed her own discovery process after behind diagnosed with Lyme Disease. This news feature coincides with her screening of the award-winning Lyme documentary Under Our Skin tomorrow in Aberdeen. This also is an un-official "kick-off" of our own documentary on Lyme disease, that Jenny is producing.
Check the 3 minute news report and her interview HERE:
Here is Jenny's announcement about the screening via her personal blog:
"With the month of May coming to a close, so does the official Lyme Disease Awareness month. Ticks, however, spread Lyme throughout the year, unknowingly infecting thousands before the end of summer.
And this is what makes Lyme Awareness so important for everyone!
Unfortunately, a large percentage of those infected will not get a proper diagnosis right away, or receive adequate treatment to swiftly cure their illness. This is largely due to insensitive testing as a first line of defense, difficult to meet diagnostic criteria and flawed treatment guidelines set forth by the IDSA. It is these guidelines that most doctors in America follow.
I will be showing a screening of the award winning Lyme Disease documentary called Under Our Skin. This movie details exactly why the silent epidemic of Chronic Lyme is so controversial, and uncovers the harsh reality that most doctors are not equipped with the correct knowledge to effectively diagnose or treat this rapidly growing condition.
Listen to a brief description of my story with Chronic Lyme in this local KSFY news broadcast, and hear a short clip about the screening event on Hub City Radio under the May 18th air date.
If you are in the Aberdeen area I encourage you to come by and watch the movie with us!
View the full event details and submit yourself as “going” if you plan to attend.
You can also join this event on our Facebook event page."
- Lena
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