NPMA ePestWorld - December 1, 2020

News From National

Global Bed Bug Summit Starts Tomorrow – Are You Registered?

The Global Bed Bug Summit is this week, December 2-3 on a state-of-the-art virtual format. We might not be traveling - but that doesn't mean bed bugs have stopped traveling! Take this opportunity to ensure your technicians are educated on the latest bed bug research before travel picks back up!

Enroll your team now, and they'll have access to all of the educational sessions on-demand through the end of December. This means they can earn MORE credits, at their leisure, from the safety of their own home or office.

CEUs are approved in many states, click here to view detailed information for your location.

View the full program and register today!

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Consider the Pest Management Foundation as Part of your Giving Tuesday Plan

GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Over the past seven years, it has grown into a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. If you are considering participating in GivingTuesday, or another form of end of year gift, please consider the Pest Management Foundation. The Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides university scholarships for the next generation of urban entomologists and funds practical pest control research at universities across the country. Donations are fully tax deductible. To make donation, visit our secure fundraising page.

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Reconnect In-Person at the 2021 Wildlife Expo

Make plans to join the National Wildlife Control Operators Association (NWCOA) and the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) and get ready to reconnect in-person with your peers at the 2021 Wildlife Expo on February 1-3 in Orlando, Florida.

The Wildlife Expo educational program will provide both technical and business-related information to professionals who are involved in wildlife management or are considering offering this valuable add-on service. The program also features networking opportunities and the chance to check out the newest technology and services in the Exhibit Hall. Whether you are a large company or a one-man shop, use this opportunity to grow this segment of your business by attending this unique meeting.

View the full program and register today!

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NPMA Education and Events

Digital Misinformation: How to Sort Through All of the Bug Fake News

Wednesday, December 9, 2020 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM | REGISTER
Nancy Troyano, Ph.D., BCE, Rentokil North America, Reading, PA
Digital misinformation is becoming more prevalent with the widespread use of social media. At any given time, you may log onto Facebook or Twitter and see "the invasive kissing bug", "miracle ant cures", or “homemade insect repellent”. There is a lot of information to sort through and it’s tough to figure out what is accurate or misleading. In this day and age especially, we need to remain vigilant and educated on how to use social media responsibly for science and science communication. Learn how to determine what’s a tall tale and find reliable sources so that you can have accurate information to tell your customers the next time they come across an alarming, not-true story.

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Attend Your Local Pest Management Association Events!

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Weekly Headlines

Higher Temperatures Make Some Ticks Pick Humans Over Dogs

Smithsonian Magazine

The study’s results suggest certain tick-borne diseases could become even more prevalent as climate change heats up the planet.

Visit https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/high-temperatures-make-some-ticks-pick-humans-over-dogs-180976372/ to view the full article online.

This Rat Covers Itself with Poison That Can Take Out an Elephant

The New York Times

The African crested rat gnaws on poisonous tree branches, then grooms its noxious spittle into its fur.

Visit https://www.nytimes.com/2020/11/25/science/african-crested-rat-poison.html to view the full article online.

Bedbug Infestation Is Requiring Entire Tennessee Legislative Office Building To Be Treated

Tennessean

Workers in Tennessee's legislative office building aren't just trying to avoid catching the coronavirus. Now, there are bedbugs.

Visit https://www.tennessean.com/story/news/politics/2020/11/19/tennessee-legislature-treats-bedbug-outbreak-house-offices/3774367001/ to view the full article online.

More Rats at Home? Nearly 1 In 4 Michigan Houses Report an Increase Since Pandemic Start

USA TODAY

Nearly 1 in 4 Michigan households are reporting an increase in rats and mice since the coronavirus pandemic began, according to a survey by a pest-management company.

Visit https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2020/11/18/coronavirus-pandemic-mice-rats-homes-michigan/3765448001/ to view the full article online.

Mosquitoes Carry More Malaria Parasites Depending on When They Bite

New Scientist

When a malaria-infected bird is bitten by mosquitoes over the course of 3 hours, the first insects to feed end up carrying fewer malaria parasites than those that feed later – and the same may apply when infected people are bitten.

Visit https://www.newscientist.com/article/2260695-mosquitoes-carry-more-malaria-parasites-depending-on-when-they-bite/ to view the full article online.