Poughkeepsie Journal Lyme forum at Marist College

Apr 17, 2018 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Marist College, The Nelly Goletti Theatre, Student Center, Poughkeepsie, NY

A tiny bite that can have deep, long-term consequences. 

For thousands in the mid-Hudson Valley, Lyme disease and the ticks that carry it are dreaded. At first, they may not know why they ache. And, for some, a diagnosis may simply be the start of ongoing, aggressive treatment. 

Information about the disease, from prevention to treatment, is essential. To that end, the Poughkeepsie Journal will host a Lyme disease forum at 6 p.m. April 17 at The Nelly Goletti Theatre Student Center at 3404 North Road, Poughkeepsie. The facility is part of Marist College, which is donating its use for this public event.

The forum will feature former Poughkeepsie Journal investigative reporter Mary Beth Pfeiffer, Dr. Kenneth Liegner of Pawling, Lyme patient Brian Gaucher and Jamie Buss, whose 9-year-old daughter suffers from the disease. Poughkeepsie Journal Opinion Engagement Editor John Penney will moderate the discussion, which will be followed by questions from the audience.

The event is free but space is limited; attendees must register in advance at https://tickets.poughkeepsiejournal.com/e/lyme.