The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health, awarded five projects for research to better understand Post-treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome (PTLDS). PTLDS is a collection of symptoms, such as pain fatigue and difficulty thinking or “brain fog,” which linger following standard treatment for Lyme disease. The Centers […]
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Viking Pest named Best Pest Control Company, reports uptick in ticks
Viking Pest Control was recently named one of the Best Pest Control Companies by Real Simple magazine and reports a...
Use “1-2-3” approach to treat fleas, ticks
Dr. Charles Silcox, of AMGUARD, suggest PMPs take a comprehensive, “1-2-3” approach to flea and tick control.
How to have successful fly control
Anna Berry shares to identify larvae habitat, focus on monitoring, and eliminate conducive conditions for successful fly control.
Basic steps in chemical treatment for ticks
Andrew Fisher, BCE, PHE, of Neogen, shares basic steps involved in a typical chemical treatment for tick control.
Weather changes cause increase in calls for various species
Mel Whitson, of Zoëcon, says, "As temperatures rise and rainfall increases in many areas, PMPs should be on the lookout...
2 tips to tell customers to lookout for fleas, ticks
"Remind your customers to always be on the lookout for fleas and ticks," says John-Michael Kibrick, of Steri-fab.
Prevent flies, fleas, ticks from entering homes
"Flies, fleas and ticks are all outdoor invaders, but they are a little different in how and why they enter...
Keep a well-trimmed lawn to prevent ticks
Kim Kelley-Tunis, ACE, BCE, PCQI, of Nisus Corp., says, "A control strategy that focuses on keeping weeds and vegetation well-trimmed...
Steps to prepare to treat fleas, ticks
"Fleas and ticks can be difficult to control, but proper preparation can enhance your success," says Dr. Chris Keefer, BCE,...
Different ways to treat flies
Dr. Cisse Spragins, of Rockwell Labs, shares different was to get rid of house flies and other filth flies.
Prepare to treat ticks properly
Dennis Neal, of Ensystex, says proper preparation is critical to success when treating for fleas.
Use knowledge of pests to treat them
Anna Hansen, of MGK, says to use their knowledge of a pest’s habits and biology against them when applying insecticides...
IPM strategies for fleas, ticks
To prevent or eliminate flea and tick infestations, always use integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, says Dr. Bob Davis, BCE,...
NPMA warns against ticks during Tick Awareness Week
The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) is educating consumers on the threats posed by ticks during Tick Awareness Week, which...
Celebrate Tick Awareness Week in May
The Professional Pest Management Alliance is calling on the industry to raise awareness of the dangers of ticks during Tick...