COMMUNITY HEALTH CORNER With Chief Pharmacist, Ray Glaser at Thrifty White Pharmacy, 503 Third Avenue East in Alexandria. licks and mosuifos bugging you It's insect season, and illnesses from infected mosquitos and tick bites are on the risel Deer ticks are only about the size of a poppy seed. Lyme disease is transmitted by deer ticks and is the most common tickborne disease. In order to transmit the disease a tick must be attached to a person for 24 to 48 hours. If you developa 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 Bu-like symptoms. Elderly people and people 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 4. Dogs can contract Lyme Disease? A) True B) False DEET can help keep away ticksS? A) True B) False 5. What is the most common symptom What's the best way to remove a tick? of Lyme disease? A) Tweezens B) Needie C) Nail Polish Remover A) Headache B) Rash C) Musce Ache Only adult female ticks bite? 6. The size of a female deer tick is? A) Faise 8) 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 itamins, supplements, boys 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! GHtinerngstese www.thriftywhite.com O Employee Owned R) White PHARMACY 503 Third Ave. E. Alexandria, MN 320-762-1531 Store Hours: Mon Fri: 9am 8pm Sat: 9am 4pm . Sun: 10am 2pm 200 Central Ave. Osakis, MN 320-859-2161 Store Hours: Mon Fri: 9am 5:30pm Closed Saturday & Sunday BUY ONLUNE GilineDrugstore ww.oninedugitore.com