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Bed Bugs: Get Them Out and Keep Them Out

  • Take the Bite Out of Bed Bugs

    Learn how to Protect Yourself from Bed Bugs in Public Places.

Learn About Bed Bugs

  • Introduction to Bed Bugs
  • Characteristics of Bed Bugs
  • How to Find Bed Bugs
  • Bed Bug Information Clearinghouse
  • What Landlords Need to Know

Prevent Infestations

  • Protecting Your Home
  • Protecting Yourself at School or Office
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  • Print an Information Card to Carry With You

Get Rid of Bed Bugs

  • Using Integrated Pest Management
  • Pesticides for Bed Bug Control
  • Steps for "Do-It-Yourself"
  • Safety Issues in Controlling Bed Bugs
  • Find Help With Bed Bug Problems

Popular Topics and Resources

  • Top Ten Tips to Prevent or Control Bed Bugs
  • Bed Bug Collaborative Strategy
  • Public Health Issues

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Related Information

  • Bed Bugs and Schools
  • Tackling Bed Bugs: A Starter Guide for Local Government (pdf)
  • Find More Pesticide Information
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Last updated on December 11, 2024
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