Linden Hu

In this discussion, Dr. Linden Hu, a Tufts University immunologist and Lyme disease expert, reveals why humans still lack a Lyme disease vaccine while dogs can get vaccinated. He addresses the environmental drivers behind rising Lyme cases and the hurdles researchers face in developing a human vaccine. The conversation also highlights the complexities of chronic Lyme disease and the need for better diagnostics. Hu shares innovative strategies aimed at combating this tick-borne illness, fostering optimism for future solutions.