Bedbug treatment options growing

Bedbug populations have spread beyond the bedroom into office buildings, day care centers


In the last 10 years, bedbug populations have spread beyond the bedroom into office buildings, day care centers. But treatment options have grown also, according to an article on the FacilityCare website.

Unlike other pests, beg bugs can thrive in the cleanest of environments, so healthcare facilities can be targets.

When it comes to addressing the problem, several university research teams are making advancements.

Current treatment options include liquid bait. North Carolina State University researchers are studying a four-component liquid bait that incorporates an effective pesticide.

Read the article.

 

 



November 2, 2015


Topic Area: Maintenance and Operations


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