What to Know:
Lyme Disease is caused by Deer Tick bites, most commonly located in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic or Upper Mid-West states. Ticks are active year-round but often increase activity in Spring and Summer.
- Deer Ticks are small (the size of a poppy seed).
- If you live in a high Lyme or deer tick state, check yourself and children for ticks when coming inside.
- If you see an embedded tick remove it with tweezers.
- Wear long pants when hiking in high tick areas such as wooded or brushy areas.
- Use bug repellent to shoes, socks, and exposed skin in high-risk areas or activities.
- DEET containing repellants are recommended as an effective repellent for use on the skin.
- Use 10% DEET for children 2months to 2 years old and 30% DEET in children 2 and above.
- The American Academy of Pediatrics does not recommend the use of DEET under 2 months of age.
