How to Safely Remove a Tick: Step-by-Step Guide #3422522 (License: Personal Use)

This medical illustration demonstrates the recommended technique for tick removal: using fine-tipped tweezers to grip the tick’s mouthparts near the skin surface, then applying steady, even pressure upward without twisting. The blue arrow indicates the correct vertical extraction direction to avoid leaving mouthparts embedded, which could cause infection or allergic reaction.

Used on health education pages, CDC or WHO guidance sites, and first-aid resources to visually instruct users on safe tick removal after outdoor exposure; matches user intent of preventing Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses.