Performing a thorough tick check involves several steps: 1. Check Your Body: Use a mirror to inspect all parts of your body, paying special attention to areas where ticks are likely to hide, such as the scalp, behind the ears, under the arms, around the waist, and between the legs. 2. Check Your Clothing and Gear: Ticks can latch onto clothing and gear. Carefully examine these items and remove any ticks found. 3. Shower Soon After Being Outdoors: Showering within two hours of coming indoors can help wash off unattached ticks and makes it easier to do a tick check. 4. Examine Pets: Pets can bring ticks into the home. Regularly check your pets for ticks, especially after they have been outdoors.
