Show Notes
Beau Martonik talks with Adam Kristan about his experience battling Lyme disease and why hunters need to take tick-borne illnesses seriously.
Adam shares how his symptoms started, the challenges of being misdiagnosed, and what finally led him to the right treatment. They also discuss early warning signs of Lyme disease, common misconceptions, and practical ways hunters can prevent tick bites while spending time in the woods.
If you hunt, scout, or spend a lot of time outdoors, this episode highlights why early detection and prevention are critical when it comes to Lyme disease.
Topics:
00:00:00 — Intro
00:04:25 – Lyme Disease Discussion
00:07:02 – Adam's Background
00:11:58 – Adam’s Deer Camp
00:19:53 – Adam’s Lyme Story
00:31:37 – Beau’s Lyme Experience
00:42:58 – Common Misconceptions About Lyme Disease
00:49:13 – Lyme Disease Prevention
01:13:22 – Hunting with Lyme
01:16:33 – Hunting Culture in the Northeast
01:32:30 – Tracking in the Northeast
01:42:37 – Conclusion and Takeaways
Resources:
Email: [email protected]
Stram Center for Integrative Medicine: https://stramcenter.com/
Ticknology: https://www.ticknology.org/
Global Lyme Alliance: https://www.globallymealliance.org/
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