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The bloodsuckers are here - no, not the bed bugs, silly »

Nota Bene: This is not a recommendation or endorsement
From a personal injury lawyer clearinghouse website. Thar’s gold in them thar cymexes.

Bedbugs Overview
“If you have been the victim of bedbug infestation, it may be important to contact an attorney who can help you protect your legal rights. Please keep in mind that there may [...]

Attention Christmas shoppers, take a look at our new line of products »

They’re here - that is, the retailers. They’re out of the closet and in the showroom. Cuddledown, a purveyor of bedding and “Fine Home Fashions” is offering a new line of “Anti-Bedbug Protectors,” mattress, pillow covers, etc. Good News/Bad News. The good news, they are offering these bedroom accessories for what [...]

Bed Bugs in NYC School System »

From New York Post, December 4, 2006. As of October 1, 2006, 34 kids at a variety of schools have been discovered transporting bed bugs

One good thing about bed bugs »

As of November 8, 2006, the Ugandan Army will no longer accept prospective soldiers who have jiggers, i.e. bed bugs. So those of you who are suffering from infestations, cheer up, there probably won’t be a recruiter knocking on your door telling you your next assignment is Kampala.

I asked New York’s Mayor Bloomberg what he is going to do about bedbugs »

by Deb
On Fridays, WABC radio (in NYC) has a talk show between the hours of 10:00 - 11:00 Am. It is hosted by John Gambling and is called “Ask the Mayor.” Mayor Bloomberg takes calls from concerned listeners. The phone number is 1-800-848-WABC. A few weeks ago, I called and [...]