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Shelbi Polk is a freelance writer based in North Carolina who writes about books, travel and anything else that strikes her as interesting. You can find her book recs on Instagram and her writing on Twitter.

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Lyme Disease Vaccine Enters Third Phase of Clinical Trials

Nearly five years ago, I went on a quick weekend backpacking trip with two friends.

Shelbi Polk

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April 20, 2023

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From the Squad

Lyme Disease Vaccine Enters Third Phase of Clinical Trials

Nearly five years ago, I went on a quick weekend backpacking trip with two friends.

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