Tick-Bite Season is Here, City Parks Going All-Out on Pest Control
Over 1,500 individuals have sustained tick bites
As the weather warms up, Kuban residents are heading outdoors, only to find pesky ticks lurking in the grass. To combat this, our green zones are getting a thorough disinfection, with over 2,500 hectares already treated.
Remember to dress sensibly when venturing into nature; long sleeves and some bug repellent will do the trick. But, the internet's abuzz with a new method of tick detection, using a smartphone app called "Lupa". While it may seem like a modern miracle, experts aren't so sure about its effectiveness.
"People are raving about the 'Lupa' app on social media. We gave it a whirl too. You need a phone and an animal subject. Using the 'inverted gray' filter, you point the camera at the fur and look for ticks. Some users claim it works, but the accuracy can be quite low," explained Daria Ostapec of 'Kuban 24' TV channel.
Medical professionals, like Dr. Ekaterina Guzman, point out that this method's accuracy hinges on various factors and might not be as reliable as traditional inspection methods.
The real concern isn't the bite itself, but the dangerous infections it can transmit. In 2025, over 6,100 tick samples were analyzed, and 14.6% of human samples tested positive for Lyme disease. So, if you spot a tick, get it removed promptly. Don't pull it off abruptly, and avoid applying oil, nail polish, or vaseline. These might only encourage the tick to inject more saliva, increasing the risk of infection.
If you can't get to a trauma center, a tick remover or even a simple string should do the job. Pull the tick out steadily, as close to the skin as possible. And yes, vaccines for pets and specialized products like drops, collars, and tablets can offer protection against tick-borne diseases.
Don't Miss Out: Parks and squares in the Kanyevsky District are taking extra measures to keep the ticks at bay.
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