Health Tip: Check for Ticks

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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.

Source: HealthDay

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