CNY Lyme and Tick-Borne Disease Alliance is connecting the dots to combat Lyme and tick-borne diseases. Communicate. Connect. Collaborate. Educate. Facilitate. The Alliance is a collaborative of providers, scientists and community members who support research, drive education and promote awareness to combat tick-borne diseases. The CNY Lyme and Tick-Borne Disease Alliance is a collaborative of providers, scientists and community members who support research, drive education and promote awareness to combat tick-borne diseases. In Central New York, we have doctors and scientists fully immersed in the treatment and study of tick-borne diseases. We have countless patients and survivors. We have community leaders and elected officials who have shown deep interest in the issue. We’re working to advance solutions in four key areas: clinical, education, research and environment. We are connecting the dots to: Expand patient access to resources. Build public awareness: prevention, recognition of symptoms, community assets. Strengthen connections between clinicians and researchers. Bring dollars to fund research.