Pathobiome - an interview with Nikki Schultek

????️ Welcome to another episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast! Today, we're thrilled to have Nikki Schultek as our special guest. Join us as Nikki, from Wake Forest, North Carolina, shares her incredible journey from vibrant health to facing severe health challenges like chronic Lyme disease, and how it propelled her to become a pivotal figure in the battle against chronic diseases through her work with the Alzheimer's Pathobiome Initiative and Intracell Research Group.

???? Nikki's Background and East Coast Roots
???? Originally from the East Coast, Nikki's life now in North Carolina with her family, two boys, a golden doodle, and her supportive husband, echoes her enduring spirit.

????️ The Tick Encounter
???? A critical moment with an engorged tick, once mistaken for a watermelon seed, underscores the significance of regular tick checks for Nikki's family.

???? Educational Journey
???? Nikki's path took her from a science enthusiast to pursuing a degree in marketing, French, and international business, leading to a distinguished career in the pharmaceutical industry.

???? Personal Health Crisis
???? Nikki recounts the harrowing decline of her health in her early 30s, leading to a groundbreaking discovery connecting her symptoms to chronic bacterial infections, including Lyme disease.

???? The Turning Point with Dr. Charles Stratton
???? The work of Dr. Charles Stratton on chronic infections marked a significant turnaround in Nikki's health, thanks to his guidance and a comprehensive antibiotic treatment plan.

???? The Path to Research and Advocacy
???? Motivated by her personal experiences, Nikki dove into research, advocating for a diagnostic approach that addresses the root causes of diseases like Alzheimer's.

???? Alzheimer's Pathobiome Initiative
???? Nikki discusses the inception of the AlzPI, aiming to uncover the diverse factors contributing to Alzheimer's disease for targeted treatments.

???? Advocacy for Precision Medicine
???? Emphasizing the need for precision in diagnosing and treating diseases rooted in chronic infections, Nikki shares her insights into the challenges and opportunities in this evolving field.

???? Call to Action
???? Nikki urges listeners to advocate for their health and highlights the importance of collaborative research in addressing complex health issues.

✨ Closing Thoughts
???? Nikki's journey is a testament to human resilience and the transformative potential of scientific innovation in understanding and treating diseases like Alzheimer's.

???? Contact Information
???? To learn more about Nikki Schultek's work or to get involved with the Alzheimer's Pathobiome Initiative, visit AlzPI.org and IntracellResearchGroup.com.

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