Parent looking at a tick on their child's arm

Protect Yourself

Did you know ticks spread disease?

Tick-borne disease is becoming more common in Ohio. Protect yourself by preventing tick bites.

Where to check for ticks

CDC guidance for where to check for ticks on your body
CDC guidance for where to check for ticks on your body in Spanish
  • Conduct frequent tick checks.
  • Wear light-colored clothing, minimize exposed skin, and tuck pants into socks.
  • Wear Permethrin-treated clothing. These can be purchased, or you can treat your own clothes with Permethrin.
  • Apply DEET (25%) or other repellent to skin, follow label instructions (DEET is not sufficient by itself).
  • Hike on trails and avoid tall grass when possible.

Know your ticks

The Tick ID card helps you identify all five ticks currently found in Ohio. Pick up a set of 25 from Extension Publications.

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