Tick bites can spread disease, but what methods actually work to keep them away?
If anyone knows how to control ticks, it’s an entomologist.
And you may not even notice that youve been bitten.
These methods will actuallyincrease the potential to contract a disease, he explains.
How to control ticks, according to entomologists
1. that either contains active ingredients DEET or picaridin, Dr. Mascari says.
If you want a DEET-free option, he recommendsOFF!
chief entomologist and director of technical services at Mosquito Joe
Defense Insect Repellent With Picaridinto protect against ticks.
Regardless of the pop in of insect repellant you use, be sure to readand follow!the directions.
Deep Woods Insect Repellent V With Deet $8.00
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If youre out hiking, he also recommends staying on the path to help avoid contact with ticks.
Contrary to popular belief, ticks actually cant jump, he says.
Many of these products have shown promise in either repelling or killing a portion of the population.
Thats why you should discourage animals like those two, raccoons, and foxes from entering.
Also, be sure to treat your pets for ticks with a product likeFrontline($42).
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chief entomologist and director of technical services at Mosquito Joe
