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Posted on: June 1, 2018

[ARCHIVED] TICK INFORMATION - Important message from the Board of Health

Across Massachusetts there is an increased concern with the growing tick population and the diseases they can transmit. Read this information on Lyme Disease and Tick Prevention and share with your family and friends. Personal protection is key!

If you find a tick, here is a short tick removal video. You can have the tick tested to see if it is carrying any diseases at www.TickReport.com. (A discounted rate applies for Massachusetts residents until July 31^st 2018 or when grant funds runs out).

Contact the Winchester Board of Health at 781-729-2121 with any questions.