What to Do If a Tick Head Is Stuck in Your Skin

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First, try not to panic. The head itself, after it’s been broken off, cannot transmit disease, and a broken-off tick can usually be removed easily. Start by washing your hands and then cleaning the area around the tick bite with rubbing alcohol and a cotton swab. After you’ve cleaned your skin, here’s how to remove … Continue reading What to Do If a Tick Head Is Stuck in Your Skin

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Preventing and Eliminating a Basement Insect Problem 

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Basements are meant to be extensions of your home. Whether your basement is a home office, home gym, or your own relaxing theater, you deserve to enjoy the space without unwanted company. It’s possible to create a bug-proof basement or reclaim your space from insects. We have a few tips for kicking them out of … Continue reading Preventing and Eliminating a Basement Insect Problem 

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How Mosquitoes and Ticks Spread Disease

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Mosquitoes and ticks probably affect your camping and picnic plans during their most active seasons. These pests have also influenced world events and altered the course of human history by spreading deadly diseases to millions of humans. These diseases are spread by unique biological traits shared by mosquitoes and ticks. What Is Vector-Borne Transmission? Vector-borne … Continue reading How Mosquitoes and Ticks Spread Disease

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