OAK HILL, WV (WOAY)- Sunny days are here again and summer is right around the corner. However, that also means ticks are back and we have some tips on how to avoid getting bit. Ticks can spread bacteria, viruses, and parasites that cause diseases in humans, such as Lyme Disease.
The CDC says that tick prevention can start even before you go outside, this by using an insect repellent before heading out.
Where can you find ticks? Well, ticks can be found in grassy, brushy, or wooded areas. However, when you go back inside, it’s important to check yourself, your clothes, and your pets for any ticks.
You can check for them under your arms, in our around your ears and hair, inside the belly button, back of your knees, between the legs, and around your waist.
If you find one on you, remove it as soon as possible, clean the area, and then see your doctor if you develop a rash or fever.
