Protect yourself during Tick Week
From April 22 to 26, it is Tick Awareness Week. Last week was a period in which extra attention was paid to preventing tick bites and tick-borne diseases such as Lyme disease. Every year, approximately 1.5 million people in the Netherlands are bitten by ticks. As a result, about 27,000 people contract Lyme disease. A smaller number are affected by other tick-borne diseases such as tick-borne encephalitis (TBE). This awareness week is organized by Stigas, in collaboration with numerous other organizations, and focuses on everyone working in the green sector and nature lovers.
Information remains essential
A poll by Stigas last year showed that many workers in the agricultural and green sectors already receive information on the safe removal of ticks. However, there is still much room for improvement. Companies could pay more attention to making clear agreements, assessing risks, and providing tick protection. Additionally, there is a need for more information on preventing tick bites. For those working in nature, preventing tick bites remains of essential importance.
Set off well-prepared!
During this week, there is ample attention for ticks on websites and in newsletters of participating organizations. Many companies provide education and share informational material online to raise awareness and prevent tick bites. At