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Walk in the center of trails to avoid overhanging grass and brush. Examine clothing & skin frequently for ticks Carefully remove attached ticks immediately Apply insect repellent containing DEET as directed Wear light colored clothing & tuck pants into socks Examine pets for ticks See your doctor if any unexplained rash or illness accompanied by a fever develops

Nymph Deer Tick (actual size) Nymph Dog Tick (actual size)

Provided by the Illinois Department of Public Health Printed by Authority of the State of Illinois P.O. #530332 5M 8/03