First human case of rare rodent, insect-carried disease reported in Jefferson County Posted on July 16, 2024 A rare disease associated with rodents, ticks and deerflies has been confirmed in a Wheat Ridge resident. Jefferson County Public Health said the resident had tularemia — this is the first positive human case in Jefferson County in 2024. Tularemia is a bacterial disease also known as “rabbit fever.” It can be transmitted to humans through infected … Read More from First human case of rare rodent, insect-carried disease reported in Jefferson County
Rise in rat infestations in Toronto leads councillors to push for pest control policy Posted on July 16, 2024 Toronto’s never-ending construction has come with a sharp rise in rat infestations and two councillors want the city to find ways to reduce the problem before it gets worse. “We’ve had more cranes in the sky in the city of Toronto than I think all North American cities combined for the last little while,” said Coun. … Read More from Rise in rat infestations in Toronto leads councillors to push for pest control policy
Plunkett’s Acquires McKinzie Pest Control (Kan.) Posted on July 16, 2024 Plunkett’s Pest Control, Fridley, Minn., announced its acquisition of McKinzie Pest Control, a family-owned business with regional offices in Manhattan and Emporia, Kan. Plunkett’s says the acquisition of McKinzie Pest Control represents a significant milestone for the company as it continues to grow and expand its presence in Kansas. Aly Silva Mulgrew, president of Plunkett’s … Read More from Plunkett’s Acquires McKinzie Pest Control (Kan.)
