Aug 28, 2013 | Uncategorized
PestWorld.org and The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America have teamed up for a public service announcement to warn homeowner’s of the dangers of allergens in the home caused by pests and rodents. Common household pests such as cockroaches and mice are responsible for inciting allergies and aggravating asthma. In fact, 63% of homes contain cockroach allergens. That number increases to 78%-98% in urban areas. 82% of homes have asthma triggers spread by mice.
Watch NPMA’s public service announcement below:
Keep your family (children are especially at risk) and home safe by keeping your home pest free, call Northwest Exterminating. For more information visit pestworld.org or The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
The NPMA will donate $1 to The AAFA for each new Facebook LIKE (HERE) until Sept, 15th. Go LIKE them…and LIKE Northwest Exterminating (HERE) while you’re there!
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Aug 28, 2013 | Uncategorized
PestWorld.org and The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America have teamed up for a public service announcement to warn homeowner’s of the dangers of allergens in the home caused by pests and rodents. Common household pests such as cockroaches and mice are responsible for inciting allergies and aggravating asthma. In fact, 63% of homes contain cockroach allergens. That number increases to 78%-98% in urban areas. 82% of homes have asthma triggers spread by mice.
Watch NPMA’s public service announcement below:
Keep your family (children are especially at risk) and home safe by keeping your home pest free, call Northwest Exterminating. For more information visit pestworld.org or The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
The NPMA will donate $1 to The AAFA for each new Facebook LIKE (HERE) until Sept, 15th. Go LIKE them…and LIKE Northwest Exterminating (HERE) while you’re there!
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Apr 29, 2013 | Pest Control
Now that it’s pollen season, many people are suffering sneezing, coughing and discomfort due to an allergy to different pollen types. Though many people know that this triggers allergies within them, they may not know that various household pests can also contribute to allergies. Additionally, those who have asthma may suffer to pests such as cockroaches or mice being in home because these pests can spread strong asthma triggers.
PestWorld.org provides facts about pests and asthma, as well as a ‘First Responder PSA’ that highlights the risk that household pests can put us at when we are indoors. For instance, 63% of American homes contain allergens from cockroaches, but if the home is located in an urban area, it can even reach 98%! Additionally, mice can spread asthma triggers found in 82% of homes. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, patients with cockroach allergies develop acute asthma attacks after inhaling cockroach allergens. Allergens can come from not only the actual body of the pest, but also its saliva and feces.
If you are experiencing minor symptoms such as, the AAFA recommends the use of antihistamines, decongestants and anti-inflammatory medications. An effective means to reduce the chance of exposure to pest allergens is using regular treatment through a pest control company. Northwest Exterminating offers services that eliminates and reduces the occurrence of a wide array of household pests including mice and cockroaches.
Sources:
http://www.pestworld.org/multimedia-center/first-responder-psa/
http://www.aafa.org/display.cfm?id=9&sub=22&cont=312
Nov 26, 2012 | Uncategorized
Pests may not be something that intrigues most adults but most kids enjoy watching and learning about insects and other bugs. If you have a pest explorer in your home, we have just the read for you.
PestWorld.org has a FREE eBook where your little explorer can join “Millie, an 8 year old insect lover, as she solves real-life pest mysteries with her father, a pest professional.” Your kids can follow Millie and her dad as they help Mrs. Romero identify the pest in her home, where they came from, and a treatment plan to get rid of the pests.
Download this FREE eBook today…you and your kids will both enjoy this pest mystery!
Nov 26, 2012 | Uncategorized
Pests may not be something that intrigues most adults but most kids enjoy watching and learning about insects and other bugs. If you have a pest explorer in your home, we have just the read for you.
PestWorld.org has a FREE eBook where your little explorer can join “Millie, an 8 year old insect lover, as she solves real-life pest mysteries with her father, a pest professional.” Your kids can follow Millie and her dad as they help Mrs. Romero identify the pest in her home, where they came from, and a treatment plan to get rid of the pests.
Download this FREE eBook today…you and your kids will both enjoy this pest mystery!
