Lee County officials are sending out a public warning about a huge yellow jacket nest that is just feet from a busy neighborhood road. It could be dangerous if you approach it. Source: Jim Wallace
It’s Not Easy Living With Effects Of West Nile Virus (via r20.rs6.net)
85-year-old Ray Fields of Rowlett, grew so ill that his family planned his funeral three times. Source: r20.rs6.net
The Painful, Debilitating, Long-Term Effects of Lyme Disease (via Healthline)
Chronic Lyme disease has hit celebrities such as singer Shania Twain. The ailment can cause muscle aches, mental fog, and fatigue for years or even decades. Source: Healthline
Why Zika virus infections are way down in U.S. this summer (via USA TODAY)
Zika, the virus that sparked widespread concern last year? It’s on the wane, at least for now. Source: USA TODAY
Mayor Offers $32 Million Plan to Ice Some Rats. Hopefully. (via J. David Goodman)
Mayor Bill de Blasio’s plan would use dry ice to suffocate rats in their burrows and bar some buildings in rat strongholds from leaving trash out overnight. Source: J. David Goodman
Surprising Places Bed Bugs Can Hide (via Consumer Reports)
Where do bed bugs hide. They might be lurking outside your home: Consumer Reports details the places pest management companies find bed bugs away from your bedroom. Source: Consumer Reports
Pest World For Kids (via bit.ly)
Discover more about the fascinating world of insects, rodents and small wildlife in these exciting Pest Quest episodes and have some fun with our favorite junior scientists. Click Season 1 or Season 2 below to watch and learn! Source: bit.ly
Interesting Tick Facts (via bit.ly)
When the weather is warm, it’s important to protect yourself from ticks. Be prepared by learning about ticks and how you can prevent them from biting you. Source: bit.ly
Pest World For Kids (via bit.ly)
Information on pests and pest control available from Pest World For Kids with lesson plans and science fair project material. So come explore the world of pests. Source: bit.ly
Pest TV (via bit.ly)
Need to patch a hole in a screen door? DIY screen repair is easier than you think! Don’t deal with insect infestations this summer. Watch our video now. Source: bit.ly