COMMUNITY HEALTH CORNER With Chief Pharmacist, Sarah Schmidt at Thrifty White Pharmacy 2475 32nd Ave S in Grand Forks. Ticks and hosquitos bugging you? It's insect season, and illnesses from infected mosquitos and tick bites are on the rise! Deer ticks are only about the size of a poppy seed. Lyme disease is transmitted by deer ticks and is the most common tickbome disease. In order to transmit the disease a tick must be attached to a person for 24 to 48 hours. If you develop a rash, fever or chills muscle or joint pain or headache after a tick bite, see your doctor as soon as possible. Mosquitos can transmit West Nile Virus. Symptoms present with 1 to 2 weeks of being bitten by an infected mosquito. Most people infected have no symptoms or mild fu-like symptoms. Elderly people and peopla with weakened immune systems are at greatest risk for a more severe form of the disease. When outside protect yourself from ticks and mosquitos by using an insect repellent with at least 20% Deet and wear long pants and long sleeve shirts. Empty standing water on your property at least once a week to prevent mosquitoes from using as a breeding site. Be insect-aware to be itch and disease free this summer! 1. Using a bug spray that contains DEET can help keep away ticks? 4. Dogs cancontract Lyme Disease? A) True B) False A) True B) False 5. What is the most common symptom What's the best way to remove a tick? of Lyme disease? A) Tweezers B) Needle C) Nail Polish Remover A) Headache B) Rash C) Muscle Ache 3. Only adult female ticks bite 16. The size of a female deer tick is? A) False B) True A) Needle Point B) Grain of Sand C) Poppy Seed Like to shop from the comfort of your home? Thrifty White Pharmacy's Online Drug Store offers products like vitamins, supplements, toys and gifts along with a full line of health and beauty items. All at everyday, low prices! Shop with confidence on our secure website and find the products that fit your budget all from the convenience of home! nustese www.thriftywhite.com TWO LOCATIONS IN GRAND FORKS! O Employee Owned 2475 32nd Ave. South 701-775-4209 Hours: Mon-Fri: 9 am-8pm Sat: 9 am 5 pm Sun: Noon 4 pmm 1395 C S. Columbia Road 701-746-1800 Hours: Mon Fri: 9 am 7 pm Sat: 9 am-1:30pm Sun: Closed BY ONLNE Gilinebagstee 0 www onlined upstore.com