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The Post-Journal: Deer Ticks And Hunting Season

With hunting season in full swing, the threat of deer ticks looms large.

The Post-Journal: Deer Ticks And Hunting Season

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October 21, 2024
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The Post-Journal: Deer Ticks And Hunting Season

The Post-Journal: Deer Ticks And Hunting Season

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Deer Ticks And Hunting Season

With hunting season in full swing, the threat of deer ticks looms large. Whether you’re after big game, small game, or waterfowl, one thing is certain-New York and Pennsylvania are teeming with these tiny but dangerous creatures. It’s crucial to remember that venturing into the woods or fields without proper protection is a risk not worth taking. Why? Because these seemingly harmless ticks can carry Lyme disease, a potentially fatal condition.

Deer ticks are sneaky, but with a thorough self-check, you can stay one step ahead. Their bite is painless, they are very tiny and hard to see, and they tend to bite us in places we don’t look. Such as the groin area and genitals, creases of the knee or elbow, on the head in our hair, in our ears or under the ear flap, the armpits, and so on. After spending time in areas where ticks may be present, such as in fields and woodlots in the northeast, do a self-check on yourself for ticks. Remember, self-checks are crucial, but they are also thorough and effective.

Continue reading to learn more, written by Forrest Fisher.

The Post-Journal: Deer Ticks And Hunting Season

Deer Ticks And Hunting Season

With hunting season in full swing, the threat of deer ticks looms large. Whether you’re after big game, small game, or waterfowl, one thing is certain-New York and Pennsylvania are teeming with these tiny but dangerous creatures. It’s crucial to remember that venturing into the woods or fields without proper protection is a risk not worth taking. Why? Because these seemingly harmless ticks can carry Lyme disease, a potentially fatal condition.

Deer ticks are sneaky, but with a thorough self-check, you can stay one step ahead. Their bite is painless, they are very tiny and hard to see, and they tend to bite us in places we don’t look. Such as the groin area and genitals, creases of the knee or elbow, on the head in our hair, in our ears or under the ear flap, the armpits, and so on. After spending time in areas where ticks may be present, such as in fields and woodlots in the northeast, do a self-check on yourself for ticks. Remember, self-checks are crucial, but they are also thorough and effective.

Continue reading to learn more, written by Forrest Fisher.

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The Post-Journal: Deer Ticks And Hunting Season

Deer Ticks And Hunting Season

With hunting season in full swing, the threat of deer ticks looms large. Whether you’re after big game, small game, or waterfowl, one thing is certain-New York and Pennsylvania are teeming with these tiny but dangerous creatures. It’s crucial to remember that venturing into the woods or fields without proper protection is a risk not worth taking. Why? Because these seemingly harmless ticks can carry Lyme disease, a potentially fatal condition.

Deer ticks are sneaky, but with a thorough self-check, you can stay one step ahead. Their bite is painless, they are very tiny and hard to see, and they tend to bite us in places we don’t look. Such as the groin area and genitals, creases of the knee or elbow, on the head in our hair, in our ears or under the ear flap, the armpits, and so on. After spending time in areas where ticks may be present, such as in fields and woodlots in the northeast, do a self-check on yourself for ticks. Remember, self-checks are crucial, but they are also thorough and effective.

Continue reading to learn more, written by Forrest Fisher.

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The Post-Journal
Read a digital version of the newspaper on your computer, tablet or smart phone using either an app or a web browser.
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