vegetation.
Apply insect repellents registered and approved by health authorities.
Perform a full body check after being outdoors, paying special attention to the scalp, behind the ears, neck, armpits, and the back of the knees.
Also check children and pets after outdoor activities.
Showering when you return home can help detect ticks before they’ve been attached for a long time, although it never replaces careful inspection.
An important lesson
This woman’s experience serves as a reminder that even the smallest parasite can pose a serious health risk if it goes unnoticed. Knowing how to identify a tick, remove it correctly,






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