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Dr. Hilary Jones of ITV Lorraine has warned viewers against a "nasty" and "debilitating" illness that you can contract while walking.
Sending to host Christine Lampard, he said people should act as quickly as possible if they thought they had been bitten by a tick.
The TV doctor said that it was important to protect against tick bites because they can cause Lyme disease.
He said that people who have a rash after being bitten, because not everyone is, are lucky because they have a warning sign.
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He said: "You must consult your GP and he will prescribe antibiotics for three weeks, which will reduce your risk of getting Lyme disease.
"After the early stages, it is very difficult to diagnose and the NHS is not doing very well.
"The effects can be quite debilitating for many years."
Hilary, 66, said ticks are very common in wooded areas and many will want to go for long outdoor summer walks, but he gave them advice.
"Cover the skin, long sleeves, long socks, to reduce the risk of getting bitten."
"Check your pets and your kids, it's really a nasty disease."
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He also showed viewers a tool to eliminate ticks, but he advised you to remove all bloodsucking insects because you could easily leave parts of your mouth behind.
He added, "It is important to remove this tick as soon as possible, you want to do it carefully and put yourself under your mouth."
Here are some tips to avoid ticks.
1. Stick to the paths
Try not to get out of the way and avoid overhanging vegetation unless necessary.
Ticks do not jump or fly, so sticking to open areas without tall grbad or shrubs will reduce the risk of biting.
If you are in an area with no sidewalk, avoid tall grbad or shady areas surrounded by shrubs.
2. Wear light colored clothing
When in wooded areas stay covered, wear long sleeve tops and long pants.
Protect areas such as the back of the knees, armpits and groin.
Opt for light-colored clothing to easily identify ticks that may stick.
3. Keep your ankles covered
Wellies are not just for rainy days, they are perfect for high-risk areas because you can slip on pants.
Putting pants into socks is also an excellent defense mechanism if boots are not an option.
4. Keep checking
Ticks are very small and difficult to identify when they are not careful.
Check regularly outside and at home to remove ticks.
The longer a tick is attached, the more difficult it is to remove.
5. Avoid home remedies
Avoid home remedies to try to remove ticks, such as covering the affected area of the body with petroleum jelly or nail polish, or even burning them.
Instead, use a tick removal tool that will prevent you from aggravating the tick and reducing the risk of secondary infection.
Once removed, use an antiseptic wipe and be aware of any symptoms of Lyme disease.
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