How-To: Remove A Tick
But despite its beauty, nature also brings with it some less desirable occupants — like ticks. Ticks are a type of arachnid that cause a variety of illnesses such as Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and tularemia. They are typically found in wooded or grassy areas and thrive in warmer weather. If you do find a tick on your body, you can take the following steps to remove it or visit your nearest CityMD location or Summit Health Urgent Care. While it takes roughly 36 hours for the tick to transmit disease, try to remove it as quickly as possible after you notice it.
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Always remove the tick as soon as possible! The longer the tick is attached to your skin, the higher the risk that it will transmit diseases. Do not use alcohol, iodine, oil or any other substance before removing the tick. A small piece of the head that is left embedded in the skin is nothing to worry about. It will fall out on its own, just like a splinter.
