How to Safely Remove a Tick: Step-by-Step Guide #48886 (License: Personal Use)

This medical illustration demonstrates the recommended CDC-approved technique for tick removal: gripping the tick firmly near the skin surface with fine-tipped tweezers and applying slow, steady upward pressure without twisting. The blue arrow emphasizes the correct direction of force to ensure the entire tick-including mouthparts-is extracted intact, minimizing infection risk.

Used on public health websites, CDC guidance pages, and outdoor safety resources to educate users on preventing Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses; matches user intent of seeking reliable, visual-first first-aid instructions after finding a tick attached.