What
you should know about Roaches
What part of the
cockroach products the allergen?
It is the cast skins of the cockroach which
causes most of the allergic reactions.
Is there a
relationship between cockroach allergy and asthma?
Yes. A study conducted in inner city Atlanta found a high proportion
of children admitted to emergency rooms for asthma had high
sensitivities to cockroach and dust mites.
How to reduce
exposure to cockroach allergen?
1. Keep all foods in sealed
containers.
2. Remove all food waste from the home or office.
3. Keep plumbing well maintained to reduce leaks and
condensation on pipes which becomes a water source for roaches.
4. Increase ventilation in damp areas.
5. Seal roach entry areas around baseboards.
6. Use Boric Acid or diatomaceous earth in kitchen cabinets,
under appliances, and sinks.
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