Take your outdoor activity out with you for as long as possible, especially when it’s warmer out. Being outdoors gives you a chance to relax and enjoy the fresh air. There are also many other benefits to be gained from being outdoors. However, one of the most important is that the growth of diseases such as Lyme disease increases with exposure to deer ticks.
Being outside is a good way to improve your health and well being but just like a healthy person, an outdoor person needs to take precautions to prevent the spread of Lyme disease. With summer coming up there are many things you look forward to doing out in the yard. Here are some steps to protect yourself from this dreadful disease.
First of all, before going out in the yard take the time to clean up all of the dirt and debris. You can use your vacuum to get rid of any excess food or other items lying around or on the ground.
The next most important thing is wearing protective clothing, especially if you are going to be outside all day. Wear clothing that will help keep you dry. You should wear pants with pant legs or socks that have some sort of a pant leg to keep your legs dry. You should also wear long-sleeved shirts that will keep you dry and warm.
It is also important to have protective gear on such as gloves and goggles. You should always use these on your hands to keep your skin safe and dry. This also protects your eyes from the sun’s rays.
When going outside, be sure to use protective clothing because the area surrounding the area you are working in may not be completely clear, especially after heavy rains. To avoid this it is recommended that you wear a tarp cover in order to block the sunlight.
Next, you should always check your backyard or the surrounding areas for ticks. Even if they are rare they are still ticks that can cause damage if you are not careful. If you find ticks while working outside, the best thing to do is remove them by the head.
Ticks can transmit many diseases so if you are not careful they can easily spread throughout your yard and all of the other areas you walk through. Always be on the lookout for ticks and remove them quickly. If you do find one, make sure to wash it with soap and water so that it doesn’t spread to other animals or humans that come into contact with the tick.
You should also consider using an insect repellent. This will allow you to keep bugs and mosquitoes away from your yard at all times. This will prevent them from laying eggs in your yard as well. It is also possible for mosquitoes to carry diseases from one animal to another.
Mosquitoes are particularly bothersome to people who live near the outdoors. Although mosquitoes are not exactly dangerous they can be harmful to the human body. By keeping yourself protected from mosquitoes you will ensure that they don’t lay eggs.
Finally, to ensure your yard stays healthy and clean you need to keep the water fresh and clear. You should also make sure that you never let chemicals get onto your plants because they can be very dangerous to them. Some chemicals can cause them to go through the roof if left on.
Remember that prevention is better than anything else. You can avoid many problems with ticks and mosquitoes if you keep your yard clean and well maintained.
Welcome to my blog about home and family. This blog is a place where I will share my thoughts, ideas, and experiences related to these important topics. I am a stay-at-home mom with two young children. I hope you enjoy reading it! and may find some helpful tips and ideas that will make your home and family life even better!
