Figure 1: The bed bug life cycle and developmental gene expression profile. Figure 2: Total and unique genes active in developmental stages. To address concerns that human DNA or RNA might dominate ...

Bites from bed bugs and mosquitoes are both red and itchy and may seem similar. However, they come from separate creatures and have a few different characteristics. Bed bug bites usually occur in a ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Over the past fifteen years or so, bed bug infestations surged ...

Most people have a healthy fear of bed bugs. These little critters have temporarily shut down businesses and are known for invading hotels. Despite their reputation, most people don’t know what bed ...

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(Beyond Pesticides, January 5, 2022) The use of insecticidal bed nets (IBNs) to prevent mosquito bites in malaria-endemic communities can result in resistance developing in secondary pests like bed ...

It’s not surprising that half-truths and downright magical thinking come into play where bed bugs are concerned. There are few things that make us feel so powerless in our own domain as the specter of ...

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North Carolina ranks 8th in the US for bed bug searches, driven by warm, humid conditions. Eradicating bed bugs requires a multi-step approach including containing the infestation, preparing the area, ...

Seven Florida cities are ranked among the top 50 U.S. cities with the worst bed bug infestations, according to Terminix. Terminix suggests regional trends in infestations are likely tied to climate, ...