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ECDC releases today an update of its tick-borne diseases communication toolkit to support public health authorities in devising communication initiatives as part of their tick-borne diseases prevention programmes.
The poster explains six simple steps to being “tick-free”. The poster is intended for display in endemic areas in schools, children’s outdoor sports centres, children’s libraries, etc. (Adaptable templates available)
The poster explains six simple steps to being “tick-free”. The poster is intended for display in endemic areas in schools, children’s outdoor sports centres, children’s libraries, etc. (Adaptable templates available)
The leaflet for children provides information about why it is important to avoid ticks, prevention of tick bites, the need for checking for bites and appropriate responses. (Adaptable templates available)
The ideas for a poster competition for school children living in endemic areas will enable teachers to educate the children about ticks and the health risks related to tick in an interactive and fun manner. (Adaptable templates available)
The poster provides top-line key messages on tick prevention and appropriate responses to tick bite in a way so that it can be read and understood quickly, as people pass by. (Adaptable templates available)