First, try to identify the type of tick (whether it’s a black-legged tick, a dog tick, or a brown dog tick). If you spot it in a specific area, make sure to keep children and pets away until the tick is dealt with.
Wash any clothing or bedding that the tick may have come into contact with using high heat. Thoroughly vacuum the area, focusing on crevices and corners.
Removing the tick
Using fine-tipped tweezers, grasp the tick as close to the skin’s surface as possible. Pull upward steadily, without twisting or jerking, to avoid leaving the tick’s head embedded in the skin.
Once removed, clean the bite area with alcohol or soapy water. You can dispose of the tick by submerging it in alcohol or flushing it down the toilet.
Monitor the bite
Keep an eye on the bite site and observe the person who was bitten for any symptoms over the next several days.
