Presented by Doug Ginder, Southern Medical Entomologist, Indiana Department of Health
🩺 Sponsored by the Perry County Health Department
📍 Perry County Public Library, Larry Beatty Room
📅 Wednesday, July 17th at 5:30 PM
🎟️ Free and open to the public – for children and adults!
Join us for an engaging and educational program with Doug Ginder, a medical entomologist with the Indiana Department of Health, as he shares expert insight on ticks, tick-borne diseases, and how to stay safe outdoors in Indiana.
🧬 About the Presentation:
Doug will cover:
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Tick species in Indiana and how to identify them
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Diseases spread by ticks, including Lyme disease, ehrlichiosis, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever
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Tick activity patterns and high-risk areas in the state
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How to prevent tick bites, including use of repellents, protective clothing, and proper removal
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Outdoor safety tips for families, hikers, campers, and gardeners
🎁 Special Giveaway:
All attendees will receive a pair of insecticide-treated socks—a helpful tool in preventing tick bites!
🔬 About Doug Ginder:
Doug specializes in:
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Collecting and testing ticks and mosquitoes for disease
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Advising public health officials and residents on pest-related risks
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Supporting environmental and vector-control programs across Indiana
