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Bedbug Infestations Cause Persistent Bites and Sleep Loss Among Israeli Children
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First reported by Mako · 9 hours ago
What happened
Bedbug infestations in Israel are causing widespread itching and sleep disturbances, especially among children, with experts urging thorough pest control and medical treatment for bite complications.
- 01Bedbug infestations cause persistent itching and sleeplessness among Israelis, including children.
- 02Pest control experts warn bedbugs hide in tiny crevices, complicating eradication.
- 03Infestations occur in homes, hotels, military bases, and prisons across Israel.
- 04Medical experts note bite reactions vary and can lead to secondary skin infections.
- 05Cases rise in summer due to travel and communal sleeping arrangements.
- 06Treatment may require steroids or antibiotics alongside pest control measures.
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