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Lyme disease is a big concern this year, so everyone should know how to spot ticks and what to do about them. Here is more information about ticks that might be found outdoors.
Where You Can Find Ticks
Before discussing what happens when a tick bites you and how to remove it, you need to know a little more about the basics of ticks.
Ticks are very small insets, often going unnoticed until it bites a person or an animal. They are sometimes as small as a pinhead, so keep that in mind.
This insect is common in the U.S. and will only live outdoors. They are often found in piles of leaves, grass, and shrubs, as well as trees. Forested areas like campsites and hiking trails will see ticks more often. Continue reading
Summer sun safety for children is something on parents’ minds as the temperatures rise and the days lengthen. You want your children to spend time playing outside but the possibility of getting sunburned is an ever-present thought.
Here are some guidelines to help you know how to keep your children safe in the summer sun.
Dermatologists and other experts recommend putting sunscreen on your children at least 15 to 30 minutes before they go outside each and every time before they go outside.
This may seem like overkill, but the fact is that if your child gets seriously sunburned even once, it could increase their chance of developing skin cancer in the future.
Once the sunscreen has been applied, it is important to reapply it every two hours your child is outdoors. If your child is spending a good amount of time in the water, you’ll want to apply sunscreen more frequently. Continue reading
