Railroad worker William Nami suffered permanent damage from West Nile virus that he likely contracted at work. So he sued his employer, and here’s what happened. Source: Reader’s Digest
Ohio State researchers looking at mosquitoes to develop painless needles (via WCMH)
Researchers at the Ohio State University are studying to mosquitoes in an effort to develop painless needles for medical purposes. Source: WCMH
Here’s how mosquitoes decide if you’re meal-worthy (via r20.rs6.net)
Yes, it is partly because you’re “so sweet.” Source: r20.rs6.net
Health professions warn residents of virus coming from mosquitoes (via KECI)
State and local public health officials are reminding Montanans to take steps to avoid mosquito bites and prevent infection from the West Nile Virus.In Montana, the infection is usually spread from July to October. Source: KECI
Woman’s home infested with ticks after 85 are found on family dog (via Fox News)
A mom claims her home became infested with blood-sucking ticks after she took her dog for a walk. Source: Fox News
Gross! Here’s the best way to get rid of ants in your house (via TODAY.com)
Bye-bye, creepy crawlers! Source: TODAY.com
Venomous spiders: How to identify the pests and get them out of your home (via mypalmbeachpost)
Most people aren’t too happy when they encounter a spider, and that’s especially true if the creepy-crawly you come across happens to be dangerously venomous. Source: mypalmbeachpost
2 Family Dollar stores shut down to deal with rat infestations (via WNCN)
On Tuesday, WRIC obtained raw video that a former employee filmed of a giant rodent underneath a store shelf during business hours. Source: WNCN
Waltham issues rat advisory as weather warms (via Wicked Local Waltham)
Oh, rats. They’re back. Source: Wicked Local Waltham
Poisonous caterpillar sends teen to emergency room (via New York Post)
A Florida teen is recovering from a terrifying health scare involving a venomous caterpillar, according to reports. Source: New York Post
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