In this episode of The Maritime Outdoorsman, Dave talks about the NOT so great outdoors.  After telling about his encounter with a blood infection caused from a leech bite, Dave talks with Kathryn Maroun, host of the TV show ‘What A Catch’ about her personal battle with Lyme disease.  The intent of this episode is to help spread awareness and promote prevention of bug born illnesses.

Related Links:

What a Catch! – Official website for Kathryn Maroun’s TV show

Casting For Recovery Canada – Casting for Recovery Canada provides fly fishing retreats coast to coast in Canada. Our retreats are specifically designed for women who have or have had breast cancer.

IGeneX – Better understand laboratory assays for Lyme and other tick-borne diseases.

Dr. Murakami – Dr. Ernie Murakami became involved in Lyme Disease while in his practice based in the rural community of Hope, British Columbia.  For their Facebook fan page, click here

Cure Unknown – A groundbreaking investigation into the medical history, patient experience & brutal political war over Lyme disease.

Under Our Skin – Extended Trailer – In the 1970s, a mysterious and deadly illness began infecting children in a small town in Connecticut. Today it’s a global epidemic.

What I Caught – A related episode of Kathryn’s ‘What a Catch!’ show

Related Episodes:

Episode 006 – Continued discussion on ticks & Lyme Disease – Vett Lloyd interview.

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