Beware - Ticks at North Head

There has been a number of recent reports of ticks in the area, particularly at  the North Head Sanctuary site, where they live amongst the bush and in the grass. You can  pick up an information sheet from the Visitor Centre before entering the site if you have any concerns.

How To Remove A Tick:  Remove a tick as soon as possible after locating it. Use fine pointed tweezers and grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible. Gently pull the tick straight out with steady pressure. If you have difficulties seek medical attention. Do not try to kill the tick with methylated spirits or any other chemicals. This will cause the tick to inject more toxins. If you have a severe infestation by larval stage ticks (often referred to as grass ticks) take a bath for 30 minutes with 1 cup of bicarbonate of soda. (information from the NSW Department of Health)

Note: If you are allergic to ticks, seek urgent medical attention and treatment prior to removal.

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