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Bug Bombs (foggers) linked to illnesses; pose health risk if used improperly, DOH Press Release, October 22, 2008

 

State to Restrict Use of "Bug Bombs" (PDF) New York State, October 17, 2008 New Release

 

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Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report Article Illnesses and Injuries Related to Total Release Foggers --- Eight State, 2001 - 2006 (html)

 

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Bug Bombs:  Overkill Can Be Dangerous

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Cockroaches:  Identification, Biology, and Control (PDF, 8 pages, Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension Publication, Washington/Oregon/Idaho)

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