Colorado Tick-Borne Disease Awareness Association (COTBDAA)

Monica White & Colorado Tick-Borne Disease Awareness Association
2021-04-18 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | Meetup Virtual Event
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Cameras on as we welcome Monica White co-founder and President of Colorado Tick-Borne Disease Awareness Association. Born on the East coast, Monica spent her childhood and early adulthood active in the outdoors of New England, graduating with a BS in Wildlife Management from the University of New Hampshire in 1992. She moved west to Colorado where she worked as a wildlife biologist and wildland firefighter throughout most of her career with the United States Forest Service, until becoming ill with Lyme disease and multiple co-infections.
Monica is a mom of two children infected with Lyme disease and multiple co-infections, her husband was infected as well. She serves on the Public Tick Integrated Pest Management working group, served as a subcommittee member on the Federal Health & Human Services Tick-Borne Disease Working Group (TBDWG) Disease Vectors, Surveillance and Prevention Subcommittee in 2018 and Babesia & other Tick-Borne Pathogens Subcommittee in 2020. She is currently a programmatic panel member of the DoD’s Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program (CDMRP),Tick-Borne Disease Research Program (TBDRP). She annually partners with Center for Lyme Action to advocate for increased Federal funding of Lyme and other TBD disease research and serves as a board member for Mothers Against Lyme. She hopes to contribute to the change needed to combat Lyme and other tick-borne diseases, especially in children.

She Co-Authored: H Joel Hutcheson, James W Mertins, Boris C Kondratieff, Monica M White, Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases of Colorado, Including New State Records for Argas radiatus (Ixodida: Argasidae) and Ixodes brunneus (Ixodida: Ixodidae), Journal of Medical Entomology, 2020; tjaa232, https://doi.org/10.1093/jme/tjaa232
Register for this free event at https://www.meetup.com/Colorado-Lyme-TBD-support-group/events/276648618/

Meet-up: Treating Lyme-Sheri Fox PA-C
2021-03-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Meetup Virtual Event
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We invite you to join us as Sher Fox PA-C shares both her professional and personal experience with Lyme. Cameras on, bring your questions as we move the needle closer in Hope for Healing!
Sheri Fox PA-C is a Colorado native and graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology and a minor in Biochemistry, from the University of Colorado Boulder in 1993. Certain she had found her life’s work in medicine, she went on to Emory University in Atlanta Georgia to graduate with highest honors from the School of Medicine’s Physician Assistant Program, earning a Masters in Medical Science.
Seeking to address healing, not just of the physical body, but also of the mind and spirit, she has completed training programs in yoga, Reiki and most recently, Shamanic energy work with The Four Winds Society and Alberto Villoldo, PhD. Certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Physician Assistants, she holds licenses in both Colorado and Michigan.
Learn more about Lyme disease here.
Register for this Free Event at https://www.meetup.com/Colorado-Lyme-TBD-support-group/events/276504286/

We Are Chaffee - Stories of Resilience - Dinner & a Movie Event
2021-02-25 18:00 - 19:45 | We Are Chaffee, Salida, 81201, United States
Share this content: Join COTBDAA President, Monica White, and fellow Chaffee County community members for the virtual “Dinner & a Movie” event hosted by We Are Chaffee on February 25th at 6:00 pm.

This event presents a series of video shorts and introduction of local storytellers including local youth voices sharing their stories about resilience.
Plus be the first to see the new video montage highlighting local voices that introduce us to the new We Are Chaffee initiative.
Registration is open and the first 100 registrants will be receive dinner from a local restaurant on us! Or choose to donate to the Chaffee County Community Foundation Emergency Response Fund.
​Unfortunately, dinner is sold-out but you can still join for the free movie event.
Visit the “We are Chaffee” website to register here!

Center for Lyme Action Virtual Lyme Fly-In
2021-02-23 13:00 - 2021-02-24 15:00 | Center for Lyme Action, United States
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2021 Lyme Fly-In
Online Event
Registration Ended Feb. 5, 2021 5pm ET
Please join Center for Lyme Action to help grow federal funding for Lyme disease. This is event is no charge. REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED
What is the CLA Lyme Fly-in? A fly-in is an advocacy event where participants from across the United States meet with the DC staff of their elected Representatives and Senators to advocate for increases in federal funding for Lyme disease. Occasionally the Members make themselves available for the meetings. In addition to the Fly-in meetings we will hold a preparation session and a training session.

Colorado Lyme and TBD Support Group
2021-01-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Meetup Virtual Event
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MCAS (mast cell activation syndrome) presentation by Billie Shellist

Join us for this very important presentation about MCAS (mast cell activation syndrome) from our very own Billie Shellist. Below are the highlights of what will be covered during our time together on 1/30.
• Basic introduction to mast cell activation syndrome and histamine
intolerance
• Symptoms of MCAS
• Diagnostic tests to diagnose MCAS
• How to determine the root causes of your MCAS
• My 5 step process for reducing reactions and overcoming MCAS
• Comprehensive overview of anti-histamine therapies (both natural &
pharmaceutical)
• How hormonal imbalances play a role in MCAS
• How to detox and treat in a way that is tolerated when you have
MCAS
• Latest research, what’s new in the world of MCAS, and the things
that I’m seeing the most benefit from in my patient population
• Will include some new information that has not been shared on
previous webinars and group presentations
This is a virtual event. Cameras will be off for this one, and we will ensure we have time for Q&A. This will be recorded for those who can not attend.

Colorado Lyme & TBD Support Group-Open Forum
2020-12-06 14:00 - 16:00 | Zoom Virtual Event
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Colorado Springs Get Outdoors Day!
2020-06-06 09:00 - 15:00 | Zoom Virtual Event
Share this content: Colorado Springs Get Outdoors Day!
Memorial Park Prospect Lake
Cancelled. Stay tuned for potential virtual event…
A day of FREE hands on outdoor experiences for the whole family! COTBDAA will be participating with a family friendly Colorado Tick Check prevention booth and game for the kids! Tips to staying tick safe when enjoying the outdoors! Prizes for the kids too! Questions? info@ppora.org

Connecting Learning Healing Day 2
2020-05-17 13:30 - 15:30 | Zoom Virtual Event
Share this content: May is National Lyme Disease Awareness Month. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about the prevention, signs of disease, and support opportunities for those that are faced with disease.
Each year, Colorado Tick-Borne Disease Awareness Association has hosted events to give Coloradans the opportunity to learn about ticks and the diseases they carry. We have partnered again with Colorado Lyme & TBD Support Group for this patient centered virtual event in May.
This year, two Colorado-based healthcare practitioners are generously participating with us to provide support and insight on two topics that are close to many patient’s minds – emotional support and the latest in disulfiram treatment. Please read below for more information.
Join COTBDAA and Colorado Lyme & TBD Support Group on May 16th and 17th at 1:30-3:30 each day!
The event each day is limited to 100 participants.
Registration ends at 12:00pm MT each day!
Register HERE!
You will receive an email invitation and link to the Zoom meeting in an email three days prior to the event. Please contact monica@coloradoticks.org with any issues.
Daniel Kinderlehrer, MD
Sunday, May 17, 2020, 1:30-330
Disulfiram: A Review of the Clinical Utility of Disulfiram in Tick-Borne Infections
Over the past twelve months, Dr. Kinderlehrer has treated over one hundred patients diagnosed with chronic tick borne infections with disulfiram. Dr. Kinderlehrer has found disulfiram to be both powerful and effective, but its use has to be carefully monitored because of potential toxiciity. Dr. Kinderlehrer will review his experience with this new treatment and take questions from the audience.
Daniel Kinderlehrer
Daniel A. Kinderlehrer, M.D. is a nationally recognized physician with expertise in the fields of nutrition, allergy, environmental medicine, Lyme disease and the healing of mind-body-spirit as a unified whole. Dr. Kinderlehrer co-founded The New England Center for Holistic Medicine in Newbury MA, and has taught extensively, including practitioner training courses at the Omega Institute, The National Institute of Behavioral Medicine, The Omega Institute, and the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society. He created and organized the Lyme Fundamentals course which is presented annually at the International Lyme and Associated Diseases conferences. He is the author of several review articles in medical journals and the Lyme Times. His integrated medical practice in Denver, CO focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of tick-borne disease. Dr. Kinderlehrer is the author of Recovery From Lyme: The Integrative Medicine Guide to the Diagnosis and Treatment of Tick-Borne Illness, which will be released in 2020.

Join Colorado Lyme &TBD Support Group here.
COTBDAA is able to provide this event thanks to the support of these 2020 Community Partners!

Connecting Learning Healing Day 1
2020-05-16 13:30 - 15:30 | Zoom Virtual Event
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Each year, Colorado Tick-Borne Disease Awareness Association has hosted events to give Coloradans the opportunity to learn about ticks and the diseases they carry. We have partnered again with Colorado Lyme & TBD Support Group for this patient centered virtual event in May.
This year, two Colorado-based healthcare practitioners are generously participating with us to provide support and insight on two topics that are close to many patient’s minds – emotional support and the latest in disulfiram treatment. Please read below for more information.
Cynthia James
Saturday, May 16, 2020, 1:30-3:30
Holistic Healing: Emotional Integration Supporting Self-Care
Cynthia James is a transformational specialist and one of today’s brightest and best loved inspirational leaders and teachers guiding thousands of people to make changes at a deep level for lasting healing in their lives. Whether coaching, speaking or teaching Cynthia invites participants into INQUIRY, INTROSPECTION AND INTEGRATION.
Cynthia James
Cynthia James is a transformational specialist and one of today’s brightest and best loved inspirational leaders and teachers guiding thousands of people to make changes at a deep level for lasting healing in their lives. Whether coaching, speaking or teaching Cynthia invites participants into INQUIRY, INTROSPECTION AND INTEGRATION. Her newest program, Advanced Awareness Coaching offers depth, focus and results for high level business creatives.
Ms. James has completed two Master’s Degree programs; one in Consciousness Studies from the Holmes Institute where she was awarded the honor of distinguished alumni, and the other in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica. Cynthia has uniquely combined the creative arts with innovative therapeutic techniques to bring powerful personal growth and expansion to individuals of all ages, cultures, and lifestyles, including facilitating the message of her bestselling and award-winning books, “What Will Set You Free”, Revealing Your Extraordinary Essence” and “I Choose Me: The Art of Being A Phenomenally Successful Woman at Home and at Work.”
Cynthia’s life was transformed as she transcended her childhood of violence and PTSD. Ms. James is personally committed to utilizing creative expression as a vital and effective healing modality. Her messages, music and meditation products have supported individuals and groups around the world.
Cynthia has appeared in the movies, Sacred Journey of the Heart and Leap! She has facilitated hundreds of workshops, seminars and keynotes; including Celebrate Your Life, Omega Institute, Woman Arising, the Gift in Shift, Colorado Behavior Healthcare Council, Women’s Success Forum, the Children’s Hospital and many others. Cynthia has co-hosted a radio talk show, a television talk show in Los Angeles and is a sought after radio guest.
Internationally, Ms. James has led workshops in England and Ireland and has created and facilitated pilgrimages to Peru, Chartres, France, meditations in the Temples of Humankind in Damanhur, Italy and Mary Magdalene experiences in the south of France. She has presented and been the co-chair of the Women’s Leadership Conference in Uganda, Africa.
Join Cynthia in her workshops, online community or in-person. You will be inspired! For more visit www.cynthiajames.net

Join Colorado Lyme &TBD Support Group here.
COTBDAA is able to provide this event thanks to the support of these 2020 Community Partners!
