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Protect Yourself and Your Family from Tick Bites This Spring And Summer

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As the warmer weather is welcomed and families spend more time outside, remember to protect yourself and loved ones from tick bites. A bite from an infected tick can cause Lyme Disease and other diseases such as Ehrlichiosis, Babesiosis, Anaplasmosis, and Powassan.  The risk of encountering an infected tick in the Hudson Valley region is high.  

“Ticks, like many of us, become more active during warmer weather.  Ticks that carry Lyme disease continue to be found in Rockland; therefore, we advise residents to follow these precautions for an enjoyable and healthy season,” said Dr. Chitra Punjabi, Rockland County Department of Health Director of TB & Communicable Disease Control: 

  • Avoid contact with ticks – stay on cleared, well-traveled trails, walk in the center of trails, avoid dense woods and bushy areas, and avoid sitting directly on the ground or stone walls. 
  • Check clothes and any exposed skin frequently for ticks while outdoors. Brush any ticks off before they attach. Do a complete check of your skin when you go back inside. Be sure to check for ticks on your children and pets, too!  It is easy to check when you bathe or shower, preferably within two hours, to wash off and more easily find ticks that may be on you. Do a final, full-body tick check at the end of the day (also check children and pets) and remove ticks promptly. 
  • Remove any attached ticks using this safe method: Using fine-tipped tweezers, grasp the tick near the mouthparts as close to the skin as possible. Do not twist, turn, or squeeze the tick’s body. Instead, pull the tick in a steady, upward motion away from the skin until the tick lets go. To lessen your chance of infection, remove an attached tick as soon as possible. 
  • Wear light-colored clothing to spot ticks easily. Wear a long-sleeved shirt, long pants, socks, and shoes. Tuck your shirt into your pants and pant legs into your socks. Wear sneakers or boots, not sandals. Tie back long hair or wear a hat. 
  • Consider the use of an insect repellent. Carefully read and follow the directions on the repellent label. 

If you develop a rash or flu-like symptoms after a tick bite, contact your health care provider immediately to discuss any treatment and further prevention options. 

For more information visit these webpages: Rockland County Department of Health and New York State Department of Health.

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Clarkstown Rallies for Tommy Ryan – Be Part of the Buzzes 4 Bumpy Movement

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                                  💛 Buzzes 4 Bumpy – Support Tommy Ryan! 💛

Tommy Ryan, a football player at Clarkstown South High School, was recently diagnosed with leukemia. In support of his fight, a fundraiser called “Buzzes 4 Bumpy” will be held:

Location: Clarkstown South High School
Date: Thursday, April 17
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Buzz cuts will be offered for anyone who wants to show support. There will also be food, drinks, and games for all to enjoy. Donations will be accepted to support leukemia research and help Tommy in his battle.

If you’re able, please stop by and show your support. Donate through link below.

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Rockland Residents: Be Aware of Text from Chase Bank it is a Phishing Scam

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Rockland County, NY — On April 14th at approximately 11:50 AM, a text message was received by a local resident claiming to be from Chase Bank. Upon contacting Chase directly, it was confirmed that the message did not originate from the bank and is, in fact, a phishing scam.

We urge all residents to remain vigilant. Do NOT respond, call any numbers listed, or click on any links within the message. These types of scams are designed to steal personal and financial information.

If you receive a suspicious message, report it immediately to your local police department and refrain from any interaction with the sender.

Your safety and awareness are crucial in helping prevent fraud in our community.

Please report any suspicious texts to your local police department.
Stay alert, Rockland — your awareness is your best defense.

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