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Marianne Middelveen Nominated for Full Membership in Sigma Xi

Marianne Middelveen, Canadian microbiologist and author of nearly 20 scientific studies on Morgellons was nominated for full membership to the prestigious Sigma Xi , The Scientific Research Honor Society.

Living With Morgellons and Medical Dismissal with Christine Daley, PhD

What The Morgs?, host Britt Girvan sits down with Christine Daley, PhD, MA, SM, a medical anthropologist and researcher studying Morgellons disease and other complex medical conditions.

Dr. Raphael Stricker on Chronic Lyme, Morgellons & the Fight for Better Care

Raphael Stricker, MD was interviewed about Morgellons on “What the Morgs” podcast with host, Britt Girvan. In this podcast he discusses the misconceptions about Morgellons and the barriers that keep Morgellons patients misdiagnosed and desperate for medical care.

New Review Paper Explores the Relationship between Morgellons Disease and Psychodermatology

“Morgellons Disease and Psychodermatology” is recently published peer reviewed paper in the Journal of Clinical and Biomedical Research, authored by Canadian Microbiologist, Marianne Middelveen, Melissa Fesler, DNP and Raphael Stricker, MD.

Official Statement from the Charles E. Holman Morgellons Disease Foundation

The Charles E. Holman Morgellons Disease Foundation is committed to supporting Morgellons sufferers, advancing research, and providing education about this complex condition. Our mission is rooted in scientific integrity, compassion, and respect for all who seek answers and relief.

Marianne Middelveen Discusses the Scientific Evidence Behind Morgellons

In a recent episode of What The Morgs?, host Britt Girvan sits down with microbiologist and longtime Morgellons researcher Marianne Middelveen for an important conversation about the scientific research surrounding Morgellons disease.

New Research Explores 20 Years of Morgellons Fibers

This newly published paper takes a look back at 20 years of Morgellons research, bringing together what scientists have learned about these distinctive fibers and shed material along the way.

Advocating for Change: A Day on Capitol Hill for Lyme Disease Awareness

On February 18, 2026, I joined more than 500 advocates from across the country for a national virtual advocacy day focused on increasing federal support for Lyme and other tick-borne diseases.

Morgellons Lived Experience Project Update

The Charles E. Holman Morgellons Disease Foundation continues its collaboration with anthropologist Chris Daley and students at Lehigh University on the Morgellons Lived Experience Project, a book based on nearly 100 interviews with patients, families, clinicians, and researchers.

Persistent Borrelia Infection in Chronic Lyme Disease: A Review of the Medical Literature

A powerful new review paper authored by Raphael Stricker, MD, Melissa Fesler, DNP and Lorraine Johnson in the journal Advances in Infectious Diseases titled Persistent Borrelia Infection in Chronic Lyme Disease: A Review of the Medical Literature. 
Deb Corrigan, Cindy Casey-Holman and Samantha Rice pose with poster.

CEHF Attends ILADS 2025 as OSU Researcher Presents New Morgellons Findings

The Charles E. Holman Morgellons Disease Foundation (CEHF) attended the 2025 ILADS (International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society) Annual Conference at the Grand Hyatt in San Antonio, Texas.

Ginger Savely, DNP to Present on Morgellons in Fort Lauderdale

We’re excited to share that Ginger Savely, DNP, will be presenting on the topic of Morgellons disease at an upcoming medical conference this November in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Morgellons Lived Experience Project

Anthropologist Christine Daley and her team of public health researchers at Lehigh University have taken interest in Morgellons and the Lived Experience as described by patient interviews.

Morgellons Research is Ongoing at Oklahoma State University

Samantha Rice, under direction of Randy Wymore, PhD, stays busy in the lab at the Center for Investigation of Morgellons at Oklahoma State University’s Center for Health Sciences in Tulsa, OK.

Still Here, Still Dedicated: Progress in Morgellons Research

We remain just as dedicated as ever to Morgellons research, recognition, and education. Although the past few years have brought challenges — from the pandemic to health and family losses among our board — our daily work has continued. Patients continue reaching out for guidance, and several important projects have been unfolding behind the scenes.

Toronto Star: Patients with mysterious skin fibres have long been called delusional. A Canadian researcher wants to change that.

It begins with the sensation, head to toe, of ants crawling on his skin, followed weeks later by a sudden outburst of lesions across the body. Then, the fibres – red, black, white, sometimes, even a bright blue or purple metallic shade – start protruding from the wounds.

The Lyme Controversy

The Quiet Epidemic just dropped on Amazon Prime, Apple TV, and Vimeo. This riveting documentary takes viewers on a journey through the history of Lyme disease and shares how effective diagnosis and treatments have been stonewalled by the scientific community, the American healthcare system, and even the federal government.

Morgellons and Brain Fog

You just walked into the kitchen but can’t remember what you needed here. Or maybe the words you need in a meaningful conversation are at the tip of your tongue, but you can’t quite place them. While this is an occasional annoyance at best for most people, forgetfulness is an everyday struggle for Morgellons patients. Patients frequently complain about being unable to concentrate on simple tasks or remember important details to the extent that their job performance and home life are severely impacted.

Why Does Morgellons Disease Make Me So Tired?

You’re trying to work, but the work isn’t happening. Concentration flits in and out, allowing you to only make mild headway on what you’re supposed to be doing. The dishes and the laundry are stacking up. You haven’t the energy to shower. You’re so tired. All the time. And you’ve been tired for weeks, maybe even months. 

Finding A Doctor Can Be A Challenge For Morgellons Patients

Morgellons disease has enough in common with Lyme disease that finding a knowledgeable doctor can be difficult. But the cost of not finding one is even greater. 

Understanding the Connection Between Morgellons and Lyme

Morgellons disease is a complex skin disorder characterized by…

Clinical Diagnosis of Morgellons Disease

Medical professionals often misdiagnose Morgellons disease symptoms.…

What are Morgellons Fibers?

Patients with Morgellons disease make bizarre claims that unusual…

What Causes Morgellons Disease: Understanding Borrelia Spirochetes

Imagine you hire armed security guards because you just attained…

Morgellons Disease and Elusive Treatments: A Case Study

Finding suitable treatments for Morgellons disease has been perplexing…

How Do You Get Morgellons Disease?

The mainstream media and the medical community at large view…

Current Morgellons Disease Research: Understanding the Methods Used

Recent Morgellons disease research has found ample evidence that…

Is Morgellons Disease Real or Imagined? Discover the Truth

The internet is rife with opinions and theories about Morgellons…

Morgellons Fiber Study Summary

JENNY HAVERTY, CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGIST SCIENTIST   Date:…

Morgellons Research Update September 2005

SEPTEMBER 9, 2005 A few very preliminary results and observations…

Morgellons Research Update April 2006

APRIL 5, 2006 Recently, I have been asked to evaluate some…

Morgellons Research Update April 2004

APRIL 17, 2006 From: Randy S. Wymore This is an open…

Morgellons Research Update December 2005

FROM DR. WYMORE December 1, 2005 Progress during the past…

Pi Ware speaks at 2020 Lyme Disease March

Pi Ware, director of documentary film “Skin Deep: The Battle Over Morgellons” speaks at 2020 Lyme Disease March.

Research Update August 2011

CENTER FOR INVESTIGATION OF MORGELLONS OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY-CENTER…

Morgellons Study Cited by Faculty of 1000

Study of Emerging Skin Disease Among Top 2% Published AUSTIN,…

Discerning Between Science and Pseudoscience

BY LISA WALLACE, MSN, RN, PHN Doing an Internet search for…

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