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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Alejandro J. Almenar Arasanz and Marta Diarte Oliva

Mosquito, tick or other insect bite? How to tell the difference and treat them

As the weather warms up, few of us can resist a nice evening walk through the park or a trip to the countryside to immerse ourselves in natural surroundings.

The summer can be wonderful, but all too often, we are forced to share these picturesque moments with unwanted companions. Insects like mosquitoes, bees, ticks, spiders and fleas can turn a perfect day into an irritating or even worrying experience.

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