If you find this in your home, here’s what you need to know

Imagine finding a tick in your home. This little parasite may seem harmless, but it could pose a real threat to your health and that of your loved ones. How did it get there? What can you do to get rid of it effectively?
Ticks: an invisible danger
Ticks are parasites that feed on the blood of mammals, including humans. They can carry  serious diseases , such as  Lyme disease  or tick-borne encephalitis . A tick found in your home may indicate that a  host , a  pet  , or you yourself, has unintentionally introduced it.
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