Lyme disease

Lyme Disease

Tick season in Canada: How to protect yourself

Ticks are here to stay in Canada. More than half of Lyme disease cases in Canada come from Ontario. It is essential to be prepared and know how to protect yourself from tick bites.

Preventive measures

When spending time outdoors, especially in wooded or grassy areas, wear long sleeves and pants, use insect repellent containing DEET, and check your body for ticks after being outside. If you find a tick, remove it carefully with tweezers and clean the area with alcohol.