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Your turn: Treating tick bites 1. Reassure the casualty Help them to sit or lie down 2. Remove the tick Using tweezers, grasp ticks head as close to casualty’s skin as you can. 3. Gently pull head upwards Using steady even pressure. Do not jerk the tick as it may leave the mouth parts embedded. In pairs/ small group demo management of an insect bite or sting. 4. Save the tick Keep the tick for identification Place it in a sealed plastic bag and give to the casualty Seek medical advice The casualty should take the tick with them as it may be required for analysis.