Tick Prevention
In this episode of Meriden Health Talk, we are talking about tick prevention!
Ticks are tiny arthropods that feed on blood, and they can carry diseases that affect humans and animals. Ticks are found worldwide in humid, wooded, or brushy areas, typically clinging to tall grass, shrubs, and leaf litter while waiting for a host. They are common in residential yards, especially near woods, and are active during spring, summer, and fall.
In the U.S., the most common tick-borne illness is Lyme disease. Early symptoms of Lyme disease include fever, fatigue, muscle and joint pain, and some develop a…
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