Use insect repellents containing DEET, picaridin, or permethrin
Shower and check your body after outdoor activities
Check Pets
Pets can easily carry ticks into your home. Be sure to check:
Ears
Neck
Under the legs
Around the tail
Tick Prevention in Your Yard
You can also reduce tick populations around your home with a few landscaping practices:
Keep grass short and trimmed
Remove leaf litter and brush
Clear fallen branches and debris
Create barriers of gravel or wood chips between lawns and wooded areas
In areas with heavy tick populations, some homeowners consider yard treatments designed to control ticks.
When to See a Doctor
You should seek medical advice if:
A rash develops near the bite
Flu-like symptoms appear
The bite becomes swollen or infected
You cannot fully remove the tick
Early treatment is important for many tick-borne illnesses.
Final Thoughts
