Content updated: July 29, 2026

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0:07–0:12 “Before getting into your car or home, quickly check your body, especially wrists, ankles, legs, and even your shoes, for any hitchhiking ticks.”

0:12–0:18 “Inspect and shake out your clothes, then wash and dry them on high heat to help eliminate any lingering ticks.”

0:18–0:24 “Check pets, bags, gear, and even your car for ticks. These hitchhikers can cling to more than just people.”

0:24–0:32 “After checking yourself and your belongings, take a hot shower to wash away any unnoticed ticks and do a final full-body check.”

0:32–0:39 “Love your yard again and stay protected. Routine pest control can help keep ticks under control around your home.”

0:39–0:41 TERMINIX

It’s important to check yourself for ticks after spending time outdoors. Before entering your home or car, check your body, focusing on areas like ankles, wrists, legs, and shoes for ticks. Then, once home, inspect and shake out your clothes, bags, and gear. Washing and drying clothes on high heat can help get rid of lingering ticks. Finally, take a hot shower and do a final full-body check.