Hannah Spires is a devoted wife, mother of four, and passionate advocate from Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, whose life was forever changed after her son Whitman was bitten by a tick in 2020. Despite being told by clinicians that “you can’t get Lyme in South Carolina,” Whitman’s health rapidly declined, leading the Spires family on a long, painful journey that ultimately revealed diagnoses of Lyme disease, Babesia, and Bartonella. Drawing on her background in Public Relations from the University of South Carolina and her deep faith, Hannah began sharing their story through the Instagram account Whitman’s Warriors, which quickly became a beacon of hope for families navigating complex chronic illness. Her advocacy work, rooted in compassion and personal experience, has since evolved into a calling, equipping others with knowledge, encouragement, and the courage to find their voice. Hannah now serves on the Board of the Global Lyme Alliance, where she works to amplify awareness and improve access to care. In her local community, she co-founded the Radiant Women’s Ministry, where she leads Bible studies and retreats, walking alongside other women in their own seasons of struggle and strength. Whether supporting patients, mentoring women, or caring for her own family, Hannah lives each day with one clear mission: to do the next right thing.