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Warmer weather means more time outdoors—and more opportunities for tick bites. Whether you're hiking, gardening, working outside, or enjoying your backyard, taking simple precautions can help reduce your risk of tick-borne diseases. Use EPA-registered insect repellent, perform routine tick checks after spending time outdoors, and know how to safely remove a tick if you find one.
It's also important to know the signs of tick-borne illness. A tick bite might be easy to miss, but the symptoms that follow shouldn't be. Watch for a rash, flu-like symptoms, muscle or joint aches, or unusual fatigue in the days or weeks after a tick bite. If you've recently spent time outdoors and begin feeling sick, tell your healthcare provider about possible tick exposure.
Learn how to protect yourself and your family from tick bites by following simple prevention steps before, during, and after spending time outdoors.
Learn more: Preventing Tick Bites | Ticks | CDC
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