Dare to Ask Why : A Health Professional Seeks Answers to Failing Health

Lyme Disease is a growing epidemic in North America, and maintaining a strong, healthy lifestyle is foremost in order to win the battle against such a contemptuous illness. This infection, caused by life-robbing bacteria, appears to remain undiagnosed, ignored and primarily invisible to modern medicine. Victims of Lyme Disease and co-infections continue to suffer in silence; incarcerated by a system of wrong diagnoses and inappropriate medical treatment. The ability to think, rationalize and communicate; extinguished. Confidence and hope seep from a body unable to heal, as it falls hostage to a world of relentless pain, fear and despair; the loss of one's personality, integrity and honor, mandated by current practices. Dare to Ask Why' is a dialogue of a Canadian medical professional who fell ill with insurmountable symptoms while working in the United States; symptoms which grew to consume every aspect of her life. Initially attributed to high-stress work, increasing age and hormonal issues, by an ill-informed medical system; her body and mind deteriorated. Observing first-hand how infirm people are perceived by medical professionals. While being disregarded and banished became commonplace, it served to fuel the ever-growing list of questions. While struggling to find the strength and courage to disprove what she was being compelled to believe, the battle to maintain her own life waged onward; endeavors which evolved into a formidable pursuit for truth as well as an accurate diagnosis. With past ruins now in a state of repair and the rebuilding of a new life, hidden truths emerge. Sharing lessons which helped to save her life, with those seeking answers, and encouraging others to similarly ask 'Why'.