Ticks are surprisingly resilient parasites, and flushing one down the toilet does not guarantee it will die. Although some may drown after prolonged immersion, ticks can survive underwater for extended periods, making flushing an unreliable way to dispose of them. The safest approach is to remove a tick carefully with fine-tipped tweezers, then kill it by placing it in rubbing alcohol or sealing it in a container. Never squeeze, burn, or apply petroleum jelly to an attached tick, as improper removal can increase the risk of infection…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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