Tag Archives: Bedbug

Site Helps Harlemites Get Facts About Bedbugs

In the latest round in the Big Apple’s battle against bedbugs, on Tuesday the city launched Bed Bug Portal, a website to help Harlemites coping with the pests. The site will provide information on how to recognize the bloodsucking insects, prevent infestations, select an extermination company and treat the problem. It will also include bedbug facts and tips about donating or buying used items, such as furniture or apparel. Continue reading

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How To Kill Bed Bugs Naturally In Harlem

There are few natural ways to kill bed bugs that will work well on small infestations at home. However, these remedies are not the most efficient and should be used in conjunction with pesticides and other methods. Continue reading

Bedbugs At Thurgood Marshall Academy In Harlem

The bedbug epidemic is now invading New York City schools.

Administrators say a number of schools have reported cases since the beginning of the year, reports CBS 2′s Pablo Guzman.

The Department of Education said at least 16 schools across the five boroughs have had one or more cases of bedbugs so far this school year.

P.S. 38 is one of those schools, and parents dropping their children off for class on Friday morning told CBS 2 that they were disgusted. Continue reading