Do you have big tick energy?

Thursday, 18 July 2024 08:40

The Island's public health body is warning people to watch out for arachnids which can carry a seriously harmful disease.

On Twitter, Public Health Isle of Man is warning people to be aware of ticks.

They can carry Lyme disease which can make people seriously ill.

Public health says you should check yourself and your pets if you've been out walking in long grass or woodland.

Ticks are small insects that are most active between spring and autumn. They can transmit bacteria that causes Lyme disease. pic.twitter.com/3hd9hVi8GG
— Public Health Isle of Man (@PublicHealthIOM) July 15, 2024

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