Lyme disease has been reported in every county in New Jersey, according to the state Department of Health, which is urging residents to take tick prevention seriously during the height of summer hiking and gardening season.
By Cecilia Levine, Jackson Daily Voice
This year, ticks that can transmit Lyme Disease are appearing in growing numbers in New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut, too.
Tick Safety Tips From the NJ Department of Health:
- Wear light-colored, loose-fitting long clothing
- Avoid tall grass
- Check yourself thoroughly after spending time outdoors
- If You Find A Tick:
- Grab it close to the head
- Pull out slowly
- Disinfect the bite
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