subject: 3 Tips To Prevent Lime Disease [print this page] Since ticks are common, do not allow your loved ones to be exposed to such risk. There are some ways where you can keep them away from being infected through these following tips: wear a full-coverage outfit when outdoors, use bug spray, and check out deer-proof plants.
Lime disease is an infectious disease caused by a bacteria called Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato. The bacteria can be spread to humans and other animals through the ticks of deer. Therefore, keep your family well-protected by following these safety practices:
Wear a full-coverage outfit when outdoors
Whenever you are out in the woodlands or simply doing outdoor activities, be sure you are well-protected by wearing a full-coverage outfit. This includes hat, pants, long-sleeves, and boots, if possible, since you do not know when these creepy creatures will attack. This safety practice will lessen the exposure to minute insects and prevent the occurrence of insect-related diseases. Wearing a hat or cap is also as important as the other garments because once the bug gets into your hair, it will be difficult for you to easily find. Being hard to find will give ticks more time to bite and pass on the bacteria. Since you are already wearing boots, it is best to tuck your pants inside for added caution. This is especially applicable if the pants' edge touches the ground making it easier for the insect to crawl up without being noticed.
Use bug spray
If your outdoor activity will make you exhausted, make sure that when going home you do not bring unwelcome visitors with you. Try spraying your body with bug spray to get rid of ticks. Do not forget to spray your bag, equipment, and other gear where they can hide to avoid bringing them home.
Check out deer-proof plants
Although not proven, there are some plants that deer do not find tasty. These animals find them disgusting. Make sure you have these in your garden such: ferns, vine apple, oak, magnolia, bamboo, Daphne, jojoba, dahlia, oregano, and daffodil. If you opt for landscaping, why not make a border out of these plants in order to beautify your surroundings as well.
Raise poultry
Chickens, ducks, and other types of birds are believed to be effective in reducing possibility of tick bites. Therefore if you want to eliminate ticks the simple way, try raising poultry in your backyard. With this you will not only lessen the risk, you may also augment your financial resources through this livelihood.
Since Lyme disease can sometimes be asymptomatic, you may never be aware whether or not you have the disease. Taking extra precautions to ensure maximum safety must always be your top concern.
