Ticks Ticks prefer moist ground that is
covered with small bushes and shrubs. They generally become
active in the spring and early summer, retreating to shaded
areas during the hottest parts of the summer, but they often
remain active through October. Ticks aren't just found in the deep
woods but may appear in parks and residential neighborhoods.
Be particularly alert if you'll be spending time in either
an unfamiliar place or someplace where ticks have been known
to exist in the past. It's best to apply insect repellent
and wear light-colored clothes that will make it easier to
see unattached ticks. Inspect everyone who may have been
exposed to ticks, especially children and pets. For kids, a
thorough inspection is particularly important, including the
hair and scalp. The best way to remove a tick is with
tweezers. The sooner ticks are removed, the better, and it's
best if they're removed within 24 hours to prevent disease
transmission. A tick should be removed by gently grasping it
with tweezers, being careful not to crush the tick.
Thoroughly wash the area with a disinfectant
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