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Bed Bug Information

bed bug against scale, approx 5 millimeters end to end

Cimex lectularius - from PHIL

Bed bugs, a problem worldwide, are resurging, causing property loss, expense, and inconvenience. The good news is that bed bugs do not transmit disease. The best way to prevent bed bugs is regular inspection for signs of an infestation.

Fact Sheets

State of Alaska: Bed Bug Fact Sheet
University of Alaska Fairbanks: Bed Bugs. This handout answers commonly asked questions and offers advice for how to properly prevent and treat infestations.

Resources for More Information

State of Alaska: Bed Bug Complaints on the Rise Bulletin
State of Alaska, Division of Environmental Health: Bed Bug Information
State of Alaska, Division of Environmental Health: Pesticide Control Program
CDC Bed Bugs Homepage