AMA/FDA Approved Treatment Procedures
- Estimate cost to society is over $1 billion per year
- Since Lyme Disease may not be detected right away and in some cases for years it is difficult to determine a dollar value for treatment
- After several months, untreated or inadequately treated patients may go on to develop severe and chronic symptoms affecting many organs of the body including the brain, nerves, eyes, joints and heart
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HealthWalk Lyme Disease Package
- The cost varies and is dependent upon the stage of the disease. Initial evaluation is approximately $1,150
- Cost of subsequent sessions will be determined based on stage of disease. Can start at $175
- The cost of supplements is determined based upon the findings and stage of disease
- $240-$600 per year for supplementation to enhance overall wellness and immune system. Annual checkup depending on the case, from $175 - $685
- Over 20 year period, $8,300-$25,700 for supplementation and annual maintenance visits
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It is estimated there are over 3 million cases of Lyme disease in the United States. Symptoms include a rash, fever, chills, headaches, stiff neck, fatigue, muscle aches and joint pain If Lyme disease goes untreated, it can spread to other parts of the body, causing arthritis and nervous system problems. Trouble concentrating, loss of memory, muscle weakness, and tingling and numbness in the arms and legs can be caused by late-stage Lyme disease.
From the Lyme Disease Foundation: “Irwin Vanderhoof, PhD, Professor at the New York University Stern School of Business estimates that Lyme disease costs society about $1 billion per year. This includes unnecessary or inappropriate medical care, lost productivity, legal fees, and other direct/indirect expenses. However, the human toll can be high. Patients can have ongoing problems resulting in emotional distress, permanent physical damage, and significant disruption of life (e.g. job loss, divorce, loss of friends or family).”1
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- Irwin T. Vanderhoof, PhD, CLU et al. (1993) Lyme disease: The cost to society. Contingencies, Jan./Feb., p. 42-48.
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