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What should runners know about tick prevention?

Trail runners can reduce contact by favouring clear paths, using well-fitted clothing and repellent, then checking promptly after moving through vegetation.

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Short answer

Trail runners can reduce contact by favouring clear paths, using well-fitted clothing and repellent, then checking promptly after moving through vegetation.

At a glance

Trail runners can reduce contact by favouring clear paths, using well-fitted clothing and repellent, then checking promptly after moving through vegetation. Choose measures authorised for the person, activity and country, and combine them rather than relying on one product or habit. Prevention reduces exposure but cannot promise zero risk.

Key takeaways

• Trail runners can reduce contact by favouring clear paths, using well-fitted clothing and repellent, then checking promptly after moving through vegetation.

• Choose measures authorised for the person, activity and country, and combine them rather than relying on one product or habit. Prevention reduces exposure but cannot promise zero risk.

• Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.

Direct answer

Trail runners can reduce contact by favouring clear paths, using well-fitted clothing and repellent, then checking promptly after moving through vegetation.

Use it in context

Choose measures authorised for the person, activity and country, and combine them rather than relying on one product or habit. Prevention reduces exposure but cannot promise zero risk.

Next step

Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.