![]() AVOID squeezing, smothering, burning, or using any other technique to remove the tick.If it’s not a clean break, try to remove the mouthparts from the skin. Pull the tick gently outwards and don’t twist (so that mouthparts are not left behind).Using a pair of tweezers, grasp the tick close to the skin.Pull quickly in the same direction for proper removal. Slide the tick key flush against the skin to entrap tick in the tapered slot. Remember: Do not remove a tick with your fingers. You can remove ticks by using a tick key or a pair of tweezers. It’s important to remove the tick as soon as possible. (Ministry of Health and Long Term Care, 2016 Government of Canada, 2016) What do I do if I’m bitten by a tick? Put your clothes into a dryer on high heat (at least 60 minutes) to kill any possible ticks.Shower within 2 hours of being outdoors.Do a full body check on yourself, children and pets after being outdoors.Tuck your pants into your socks and wear closed toed shoes. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |