This episode of Life Kit features an interview with NPR health correspondent Ping Huang, discussing how to deal with ticks. The conversation covers what ticks are, where they live, how to avoid them, and what to do if you find one on you. Huang details the risks associated with tick bites, including Lyme disease, and offers practical advice on prevention, such as wearing protective clothing, using insect repellents, and performing thorough tick checks after spending time outdoors. The segment also explains how to properly remove a tick, identify it, and determine when to seek medical attention based on symptoms and the prevalence of Lyme disease in the area.
