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Bug bites more than an annoyance

Posted On: 08/07/2012

Warm weather means plenty of time to enjoy the outdoors. It also means more insects, many of which can bite or sting. The pests can make outdoor activities annoying, or even dangerous for some people.

Mosquitoes are known as an annoying biting bug, and their saliva is what makes the inflamed bites itch, according to the Oklahoman. Though the bites are annoying, they have the potential to be dangerous. The Centers for Disease Control reports that mosquitoes can carry diseases such as West Nile virus and Eastern equine encephalitis virus, both of which have the potential to be deadly.

Many people fear the pain of bee stings, but others fear a severe allergic reaction that can occur as a result of them. Bees inject venom into the skin through their stingers, and this venom can affect some people more than others. More dangerous is when bees sting and release pheromones, signaling more bees to attack, physician and researcher Stephen Prescott told the Oklahoman.

Common sense pest control measures can be implemented to keep bugs from ruining summer fun. Wearing insect repellent is a safe way to keep away pesky mosquitoes. Avoiding bees and keeping a safe distance from any beehives will limit any potential bee stings. Any beehives built close to a home should be professionally removed by an exterminator.

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