Ticks on the rise across Iowa amid Lyme disease spread
Iowa health officials warn that ticks and Lyme Disease are increasing with May and June peak activity. The state has seen rising tick bites and Lyme cases from 27 yearly average (1989 2004) to 232 in 2016. Public Health urges DEET repellents, tick checks, and proper tick removal to prevent infection.
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Surprising facts about ticks and prevention
Ticks are arachnids that feed on blood and can transmit disease if attached for more than 24 hours. Spring births ticks, and checking animals and people from feet to head helps prevent illness. Consult a veterinarian for tick and flea control and prevention options like collars and medications.
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Statewide classifieds advertise Class A CDL tanker truck driver positions with weekend home time and unique benefits. Contact Tony at 608-935-0915 ext 16 for details. Also seeking to buy or trade motorcycles from the 1970s era, running or not, with cash offers over the phone at 612-720-2142.
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