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Early recognition and prevention, she stressed, are the best defenses. Starts at the 12:45 mark. &gt;&gt;&gt; <a href=\"https:\/\/omny.fm\/shows\/talk-radio-102-3\/dr-chris-smith-joins-us-plus-the-new-ceo-of-the-national-medal-of-honor-heritage-center\">Listen<\/a> &gt;&gt;&gt;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On WGOW\u2019s Jed &amp; JR Mornings, UTC Director of Nursing Dr. Chris Smith outlined how to prevent tick-borne illness. She talked about wearing long sleeves and long pants outdoors, choosing light-colored clothing to spot ticks quickly, and applying EPA-approved repellents like DEET or OFF as directed. 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