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“If you’re out all day long, try to do a quick check for ticks every few hours,” said Bobbi Pritt at the Mayo Clinic. “When ...

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Permethrin kills bees, moths, and arthropods; most people only use it when they have no other choice. Once you have let mosquitoes breed in your garden, getting rid of adults is harder.

Permethrin products are intended for use on clothing and gear, not directly on skin. Residents are also encouraged to drain any standing water around their homes, as this is where mosquitoes breed.

Spraying your shoes with permethrin is often an easy first step for people who have never applied the insecticide before, he said. Permethrin can also be sprayed on clothing and other gear.

It's prime season for tick-borne diseases in eastern Connecticut. Here's what you can do to prevent it.