Health Tip: Check for Ticks

Health Tip: Check for Ticks

(HealthDay News) — Regular tick checks when you come in from the outdoors can spot them before they bite.

The Stopticks.org website advises:

  • Inspect your body for ticks any time you have been outdoors, even during winter.
  • Check areas of the body that are warm, dark and moist, in particular behind the ears, hair, underarms, behind the knees, groin and elbows.
  • Check pets for ticks, as well.
  • Reduce the risk of tick bites by wearing long, lightly-colored clothing, with pants tucked into socks. Keep long hair tied or braided back.