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Brighter Day Natural Foods will conduct a free public wellness lecture on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Lyme and tick-borne diseases. Led by expert Alexis Chesney, the session aims to educate the Savannah community on tick species in Georgia, prevention strategies, and treatment approaches. The lecture will take place at The Sentient Bean on October 2nd, highlighting the critical need for awareness about the dangers of tick-borne illnesses.
Savannah, GA – Brighter Day Natural Foods is set to host a free public wellness lecture focused on The Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment of Lyme and Tick-Borne Diseases on October 2nd, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The lecture will take place at The Sentient Bean, located at 13 E. Park Ave, Savannah, GA 31401, and is geared towards educating the community about the risks associated with tick-borne diseases.
The session will be led by Alexis Chesney, MS, ND, LAc, a renowned naturopathic physician and expert in Lyme disease and vector-borne illnesses. Dr. Chesney plans to cover a wide array of topics, including:
- The various tick species that transmit diseases in Georgia
- Preventative strategies to avoid tick bites
- Six essential steps to take immediately after a tick bite
- Recognizing key symptoms of tick-borne diseases
- Understanding Alpha-gal syndrome and the latest treatment options
- Effective treatment approaches for Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses
Recent statistics reveal that approximately 476,000 people are diagnosed with Lyme disease annually in the United States. This alarming figure shines a light on the importance of education and prevention strategies, which will be a major emphasis of the lecture. The event aims to empower attendees with actionable techniques to prevent tick bites and to offer valuable information and resources for those already affected by Lyme and tick-borne diseases.
Dr. Chesney, who has specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease as well as vector-borne illnesses since 2010, expresses her commitment to serving the Savannah community. With extensive training in the Soliman Auricular Allergy Treatment (SAAT) for treating Alpha-gal syndrome, she brings a wealth of knowledge to the discussion, providing the audience with critical insights into tick-related health issues.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Chesney is also the author of “Preventing Lyme and Other Tick-Borne Diseases”. Her experience includes serving on the board of directors of the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS), underscoring her dedication to advancing understanding and treatment of Lyme and related illnesses.
As the event date approaches, community members are encouraged to take part in this informative lecture. For those seeking further details about Brighter Day Natural Foods or the lecture, inquiries can be directed to their contact number: 912-236-4703. Additional information about Dr. Chesney and her work can be found at www.DrAlexisChesney.com.
This lecture represents an ideal opportunity for individuals to learn more about the serious health threats posed by tick-borne diseases, and how knowledge can be a powerful tool for prevention and treatment.
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- Savannah Tribune
- Wikipedia: Lyme disease
- WJBF News
- Google Search: Lyme disease
- Online Athens
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Tick-borne disease
- LymeLine
- Google News: tick-borne illnesses
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