May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month. It is the month we officially recognize Lyme and other tick-borne diseases, however ticks are out and about all year long. It is definitely worth spending a few minutes to pre-treat your clothes with Permethrin (follow directions on the label} and spray your skin with a good insect repellent before going outdoors. And please do tick checks when going back inside! Those few minutes can help save you from a potentially very serious illness. Please take Lyme disease seriously, it is NO JOKE!
