Study Offers Evidence that Bed Bugs Can Transmit the Chagas Disease Pathogen to Humans
Bed bugs have a well-earned reputation for being a nuisance, but could they also be a health risk? In addition to the itchy bites these bugs cause, scientists have found evidence that they could also potentially spread Chagas...
Hotel Reputations Are Damaged by Social Media Notices of Bed Bug Problems
Bed bugs aren’t just causing problems for hotel guests. They’re also causing major headaches for hotel owners thanks to complaints on social media. These very public posts can quickly damage a hotel’s reputation, but professional...
Do You Have Bed Bugs? How to Do an Inspection
When you think you might have a bed bug problem, it’s important to find out for sure. Early detection of these pests helps prevent them from causing a widespread infestation in your home. You can check around your home for signs...
November 27th is the Global Bed Bug Summit
The rise in bed bug incidents all over the world is causing pest control experts to learn as much as possible about these pests and the best ways to fight them. The annual Global Bed Bug Summit provides a place for pest control...
Tips for Avoiding Bed Bugs on Public Transportation
Bed bugs aren’t just lurking in people’s bedrooms. These pests are skilled travelers that are able to get to a lot of public places as well. Find out how to protect yourself from these pests when you need to use a bus, train or...
Tips on Keeping Cockroaches from Taking Over Your Restaurant
Having cockroaches running around your restaurant is a surefire way to lose business. These pests, which are drawn to sources of food and water, leave germs behind on the surfaces they crawl across. These germs can end up...
Flies are Dirtier Than Cockroaches in a Food Service Environment
You wouldn’t want to see a cockroach crawling over your food at a restaurant, but did you know that a fly would leave even more germs behind? Flies actually spread a higher number of germs than cockroaches, yet restaurant patrons...
What Are Pantry Pests and Why Are They a Problem?
When you think of insect pests that get into your food, ants and flies are probably the first ones that come to mind. However, there are several other pests that can contaminate bags and boxes of food. Find out more about these...