TICKS: Another TINY reason to keep
you grass mowed and the leaves cleared.
Every year we are asked about ticks. Ed and Fred spent 6 hours in the classroom this past winter learning about ticks and mosquitoes. Did you know that one in every 5 deer ticks is infected with the Lyme Disease Bacteria?
Of course an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure!
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When in outdoor wooded environments it’s best to wear
clothing that is light color so that ticks can be easily seen.
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Wear long sleeves and long pants tucked in to your socks.
Wear a hat to protect your head.
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Use a good insect repellant that contains DEET.
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Do a self inspection often.
Remove a tick within 12-24 hours by grasping it as close to the skin as possible using a pair of fine point tweezers. Do not squeeze or twist but pull it straight out using steady pressure.
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