Been outdoors recently? Whether you were on a trail, in the garden or just walking the dog, it’s worth checking yourself for ticks.
“Ticks tend to attach in areas where the skin is warm, moist or harder to see,” says Syed Hussain, MD, medical director at Hartford HealthCare Urgent Care. “That’s why it’s important to do a thorough check after spending time outdoors.”
Not sure where to start when you’re doing a tick check? Here are the most common places for ticks to hide.
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