Fast Tick Removal and Lyme Disease Screening at AFC East Hanover

Fast and safe tick removal and treatment in East Hanover, NJ.

Ticks are more than just a nuisance—they can transmit serious illnesses like Lyme disease, especially if left attached for 36 hours or more.

At AFC East Hanover, we offer quick and convenient tick removal, evaluation, and treatment—all on site. Ticks are most active in the summer, but they can be a year-round concern in milder climates.

Protect yourself with regular tick checks and prompt care when needed. Walk in or save your spot online today for safe, professional tick removal.

How to Remove a Tick

If you find a tick quickly, you can usually remove it simply by gently lifting it with a clean pair of tweezers. Pull upward slowly so as to not pull the body off the tick’s mouth parts, which could remain stuck in your skin.

Keep in mind you should never crush a tick with your fingers, as this can puncture your skin and expose you to the pathogens the tick carries. Instead, if you need to dispose of a tick, you can rely on suffocating it in a plastic bag, jar, burning it, or placing it in alcohol.

How to Avoid Tick Bites

The main way to avoid tick bites is by understanding where ticks live and how to deter them. Following these steps is your best bet for preventing tick bites

Know Where Ticks Live

Ticks live in areas such as forests, brushy areas, and in grass. They even live on some animals. Be mindful of the time you spend in areas like this that expose you to ticks, and be extra vigilant for ticks.

Dress to Protect Yourself

When hiking or camping, tuck your pant legs into your socks to prevent ticks from easily entering low to the ground. Use permethrin or an EPA-approved insect repellent containing DEET to deter ticks. If you’re going on a camping trip, you can treat your clothes with permethrin ahead of time.

Get Urgent Care Tick Removal Near You

If a tick has engorged or fed itself on your blood, you may need medical treatment for post-exposure prophylaxis for Lyme disease. AFC East Hanover is a state-of-the-art medical center with compassionate staff and top-notch equipment. With deep expertise, you can count on AFC East Hanover to help remove ticks and assess any bites quickly and effectively.