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I went geocaching on campus and we had to cross a field to get to the main road. should i worry about ticks. i didn't see anything on me but still?
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Ticks: Walking in high grass or wooded areas can expose you to ticks. If you don't see any ticks, you are probably fine. Be sure to clean your clothes to make sure no ticks are hiding out there.
Answered 5/21/2015
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