10 Medical Uses For Duct Tape

2. Eliminate Ticks

Ticks are not only gross, they can carry disease — particularly Lyme disease. Spring and summer means spending more time outdoors. Ticks feed on warm-blooded hosts, such as humans and dogs. Once they bite, they can transfer highly dangerous bacteria.

Since they latch on and attach to the surface of the skin, they need to be removed as quickly as possible. Ideally, it needs to be removed within 24-hours of attachment. This can significantly reduce the risk of disease. Simply apply duct tape and pull easily. Remove any clothing and throw it into the dryer to kill the ticks and their larvae.