This Is How To Keep Ticks Off Of You So You Can Avoid Tick Bites, According To Experts

When summer arrives, you probably have nothing but vacation, beach days, travel and barbecues on your mind. The last thing you’re worrying about is remembering to check yourself for ticks. While it’s not a fun task, preventing tick bites is important, particularly when it comes to avoiding conditions like lyme disease.

With this in mind, I spoke with entomology experts for their advice on how to find the best tick prevention products — including socks, hats, and tick repellent sprays — and the best methods for preventing tick bites.

Continue reading to learn more about avoiding tick bites, written by Cory Fernandez.

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Three-part image: gardener in hat pruning, hiking shoes on rocky ground, hand holding orange insect repellent spray.
Three-part image: gardener in hat pruning, hiking shoes on rocky ground, hand holding orange insect repellent spray.

This Is How To Keep Ticks Off Of You So You Can Avoid Tick Bites, According To Experts

When summer arrives, you probably have nothing but vacation, beach days, travel and barbecues on your mind. The last thing you’re worrying about is remembering to check yourself for ticks. While it’s not a fun task, preventing tick bites is important, particularly when it comes to avoiding conditions like lyme disease.

With this in mind, I spoke with entomology experts for their advice on how to find the best tick prevention products — including socks, hats, and tick repellent sprays — and the best methods for preventing tick bites.

Continue reading to learn more about avoiding tick bites, written by Cory Fernandez.

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NBC News: How To Keep Ticks Off Of You

Three-part image: gardener in hat pruning, hiking shoes on rocky ground, hand holding orange insect repellent spray.
Three-part image: gardener in hat pruning, hiking shoes on rocky ground, hand holding orange insect repellent spray.

This Is How To Keep Ticks Off Of You So You Can Avoid Tick Bites, According To Experts

When summer arrives, you probably have nothing but vacation, beach days, travel and barbecues on your mind. The last thing you’re worrying about is remembering to check yourself for ticks. While it’s not a fun task, preventing tick bites is important, particularly when it comes to avoiding conditions like lyme disease.

With this in mind, I spoke with entomology experts for their advice on how to find the best tick prevention products — including socks, hats, and tick repellent sprays — and the best methods for preventing tick bites.

Continue reading to learn more about avoiding tick bites, written by Cory Fernandez.

Photo thumbnail Blog Author
Commerce Editor
Cory Fernandez
Cory is a commerce editor at NBC Selected based in New York City.
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