IPFS News Link • Entertainment: Outdoor Recreation
Tick-borne diseases can dampen outdoor enjoyment
• http://www.dailystatesman.com, By Scott Matthews
Unfortunately for outdoorsmen and women, the recommended way to avoid contracting tick-borne diseases is to avoid areas where ticks are likely to be found, such as dense woods and grassy or weedy areas. Given that you are going to be spending time in those danger areas, to minimize your risk, wear light-colored clothing with long sleeves and long pants and socks. Use a DEET-containing insect repellent on exposed skin (but not under clothes).