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Bedbug Infestations Cause Persistent Bites and Sleep Loss Among Israeli Children
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By יונתן דושניצקי
First reported by Mako · Jul 21, 2026
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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