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Found a tick?

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Remove it as soon as possible
using fine-tipped tweezers...

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or a special tick remover.

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Are you using tweezers?

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Grasp the tick as close to the skin
as possible, by its head.

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Then gently pull it out
in a steady, straight motion.

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Using a special
tick remover?

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Follow the instructions
that come with it.

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Take note of the date
you were bitten...

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and take a photo of the spot
where the tick was attached.

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After removing a tick, you’ll often see
a small red mark where it bit you.

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This usually stays visible
for a few days,

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but keep checking the bite area
for the next 3 months.

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If you notice a spreading
ring or rash during that time,

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contact your GP.

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Also contact your doctor
if you develop fever,

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muscle aches...

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or joint pains.

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Want to know more?
Visit rivm.nl/en/ticks

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