Rodent complaints continue to plague New York City. Here’s what else the data shows. Posted on August 21, 2024 New York City is throwing millions of dollars at its rodent problem — from studies on the best ways to store trash, to a rat czar appointed last year. So why are rodent-related complaints staying stubbornly high? CBS News New York investigative reporter Tim McNicholas’ journey to find out took him to the rat czar, herself. … Read More from Rodent complaints continue to plague New York City. Here’s what else the data shows.
How gene tech could help with pest control Posted on August 21, 2024 Gene tech could help shrink New Zealand’s rat problem, scientists say. In Adelaide, Australia, it’s been used to create female mice that couldn’t produce milk, meaning their offspring died shortly after birth. AgResearch scientists are working on whether the same idea could apply to rats, in theory stopping the population from growing. With new legislation set … Read More from How gene tech could help with pest control
5th human case of flea-borne typhus reported in Orange County Posted on August 20, 2024 Public health advisories have been posted near the intersection of Slater Avenue and Magnolia Street in Fountain Valley after a case of flea-borne typhus was detected in the area. “Most of the animals that spread the disease are cold-blooded, so when it’s warmer, they’re more active,” explained Brian Brannon with Orange County Mosquito and Vector … Read More from 5th human case of flea-borne typhus reported in Orange County
