LYME DISEASE PREVENTION If you’re in a wooded or grassy area, wear long pants and closed shoes. That’s not always possible in hot summer months but try to avoid exposed skin as much as possible. Stay on trails, avoid walking through woods or tall grass. Ticks also love leaf piles and stacks of wood. Wear...Read More

YOU FOUND A TICK….. NOW WHAT?!?! 1. Pointed tweezers are the best. 2. Grip the tick as close to the head as possible at the bite area. 3. Pull upward firmly with a smooth, steady motion until the tick detaches. Squeezing or twisting the tick could increase the risk of infection. Spraying the tick with...Read More