Cockroaches, rodents, termites and other common pests can be annoying, hard to control and sometimes, even scary. However, while we are often quite fearful of the creatures themselves, what should really scare us are the powerful and serious threats that indoor and outdoor pests can cause to our health and our homes.

For example, rodents are known to carry and spread as many as 200 human pathogens. Cockroach allergens in the home have been linked to the increased incidence of asthma attacks in children, and termites cause an estimated $5 billion in property damage in the United States each year.

Pests and pest-transmitted diseases are not restricted to any particular region of the country or a specific time of year – these serious public health issues threaten all of us at any time. The National Pest Management Association encourages you to learn more about proper pest management today.