​​​Bed Bug Information               

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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, Division of Environmental Health: Bed Bug Information
• State of Alaska, Division of Environmental Health: Pesticide Control Program
• CDC Bed Bugs Homepage