Ticks

Where we live in upstate New York, ticks are a big problem. I'm constantly checking, or forgetting to check, our kids and our dog for ticks. Letting them stay on your skin can end up leading to Lyme diseasem a nasty bacterial infection that can lead to joint, heart, and nervous system problems. I read an article the other day with some "to-do"s about ticks I thought I'd share...

1. Wear long pants and insect repellant when outside in grassy areas.
2. Check your family and pets daily. You have 36 hours to remove an infected tick before it shares the disease.
3. If you find a tick, remove it with tweezers. Save the tick in a plastic bag, in case your doctor wants to examine it. Apply antibiotic ointment to the bite area.