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What should be prepared before removing a tick?

Prepare good lighting, the correct tool, hand hygiene, a disposal container and a way to record the date and site before starting.

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Short answer

Prepare good lighting, the correct tool, hand hygiene, a disposal container and a way to record the date and site before starting.

At a glance

Prepare good lighting, the correct tool, hand hygiene, a disposal container and a way to record the date and site before starting. Engage the tick at skin level with a suitable mechanical tool and follow that tool’s movement instructions. Do not burn, coat, crush or repeatedly squeeze it.

Key takeaways

• Prepare good lighting, the correct tool, hand hygiene, a disposal container and a way to record the date and site before starting.

• Engage the tick at skin level with a suitable mechanical tool and follow that tool’s movement instructions. Do not burn, coat, crush or repeatedly squeeze it.

• 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

Prepare good lighting, the correct tool, hand hygiene, a disposal container and a way to record the date and site before starting.

Use it in context

Engage the tick at skin level with a suitable mechanical tool and follow that tool’s movement instructions. Do not burn, coat, crush or repeatedly squeeze it.

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.