The Care Inspectorate have shared the following information to remind children and their families of ways to avoid tick bites while outdoors during the summer:
Lyme disease is still on the rise in Scotland. It is caused by being bitten by an infected tick and can be serious if not treated. To avoid tick bites when spending time outdoors, stick to footpaths where possible, cover up bare skin with trousers and long sleeves, and use insect repellent on exposed skin. If you or a child is bitten, remove the tick as soon as possible.
More information here. The quicker you find and remove ticks, the less likely you are to get ill.