An excerpt from Tackling Bed Bugs: A Starter Guide for Local Governments www. epa. gov/bedbugs

1While bed bugs are not known to spread disease, they are considered to be a pest of public health significance. Bed bug bites can cause allergic reactions and secondary infections in some people. Individuals who are living with bed bug infestations may be losing sleep, feeling overwhelmed by the problem, or being shunned by friends and family members who don’t want the infestation to spread to their homes. Unfortunately expenses related to bed bug management can be high when you factor in pest control company costs, time to clean and prep a home for treatment, and potential costs associated with the disposal and replacement of furnishings.

2 Multiple sectors of government are involved in bed bug management as bed bug related concerns overlap with the work of agencies working on housing, public health, and toxic chemicals. As bed bug infestations spread from apartment to apartment, and throughout communities, the negative impacts associated with having a bed bug infestation can affect the well-being of an entire community. Local government leaders are best positioned to initiate a collaborative approach to find a solution that is efficient and lasting for their own community.

3Given that many different government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private sector businesses are likely addressing bed bug concerns for the people they serve, a broad, multi-level collaborative approach will help guide efforts to address the problem. Local governments will need to use a collaborative approach that employs a wide range of communication tools, products and services, and policies that promote Integrated Pest Management (IPM).

4Communities may not be able to effectively manage bed bugs without coordinated community involvement using the principles of Integrated Pest Management (IPM). IPM is an effective approach to pest management that relies on a combination of common-sense practices that present the least possible hazard to people, property and the environment. When it comes to bed bugs, local government leaders should provide messages to the public that align with the principles of the IPM; understand the biology and behavior of the pest; be able to identify the signs of bed bugs; understand how to monitor for bed bugs. After acquiring this knowledge and putting these behavioral practices in place, one may decide that physical methods of control for bed bugs are needed for a particular situation. If pesticides are needed for a situation, only use pesticides judiciously and only in combination with physical (non-chemical) methods of control. With an infestation, managers should consider hiring a professional. Getting an experienced pest management professional involved as soon as possible can help prevent an infestation from spreading. Finally, continually monitor and evaluate the IPM program to ensure success.
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