It's Tick Season - How To Remove Them!

Ticks run rapid through Connecticut April through June...but how do you remove them?

Connecticut Tick Season

HOW DO YOU REMOVE TICKS?

1. Use clean, fine-tipped tweezers to grasp the tick as close to the skin's surface as possible.
2. Pull upward with steady, even pressure.
3. After removing the tick, thoroughly clean the bite area and your hands with rubbing alcohol or soap and water.
4. Never crush a tick with your fingers.

For more information on how to remove ticks visit the CDC's website here

Also, check out a video demonstration on how to remove ticks below!