The Webster County Health Unit is helping residents stay safe outdoors with a new online program focused on preventing tick-borne diseases and raising awareness about Alpha-Gal Syndrome.
The free, self-paced training takes about 10 minutes to complete and offers tips on avoiding tick bites, recognizing symptoms of tick-borne illnesses, and learning about Alpha-Gal Syndrome, a meat allergy linked to bites from the lone star tick.
After completing the online module, participants can stop by the Webster County Health Unit to pick up a free Tick Prevention Kit while supplies last. The kits include tick repellent, tweezers, a lint roller for removing small ticks from clothing, and information on proper tick removal.
"Ticks are a part of life in Missouri, but there are simple steps people can take to reduce their risk of tick bites and the diseases they can carry," said Louise Bigley, the Health Unit's health education supervisor.
The Health Unit encourages anyone who spends time outdoors, whether working, hiking, hunting or gardening, to take the online course and learn more about protecting themselves and their families.
The training is available at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/tickprevent. For more information, contact the Webster County Health Unit at 417-859-2532.
(Information provided by Scott Allen, Webster County Health Unit
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