CHILDREN’S HEALTH MINUTE Presented by the TexCare 60 Second Radio Feature   MP3 “Tick Removal” FOR AIR WEEK OF JUNE 4, 2001 If a tick turns up on your child, take steps to remove it as soon as possible. Hi, I’m Dr. John Hellerstedt and this CHILDREN’S HEALTH MINUTE is presented by the TexCare . Some serious infections can be spread by infected ticks, but fortunately these are not common. Although your child’s chances of infection are very low, the risk increases the longer the tick is attached.  After camping or playing in the woods, be sure to carefully inspect all skin surfaces, including the groin. To remove a tick: Use tweezers to grasp the tick firmly at its head or mouth, right next to your child’s skin. Gently but firmly pull steadily on the tick until it lets go of the skin. Carefully wash the bite with soap and water. This CHILDREN’S HEALTH MINUTE is presented by the TexCare —reminding you that no child should be without health insurance. Call 1-800-647-6558 to apply for children’s health insurance that for most families is $18 a month or less. And join me next time for The CHILDREN’S HEALTH MINUTE.