Press Releases
Read official pest press releases from the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) below.
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August 16, 2022
Pest Pressure Spikes Across the U.S. Following Record-Breaking Weather Conditions
NPMA has released its bi-annual Vector Sectors™ list of the top 12 U.S. cities with the greatest risk for increased pest pressure from vector pests for the remainder of summer and into fall. Did your city make the list?
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July 6, 2022
How to Stay Protected from the World’s Deadliest Animal
Mosquitoes are a common pest to find during the summer months. Check out these tips from NPMA experts on how you can prevent a bite from this pest.
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June 23, 2022
How to Have a Sting-Free Summer
A sting from a wasp, bee or hornet can ruin a fun, summer day. Find out how you can prevent stings from these insects.
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June 21, 2022
Concerned About Ants? Here’s How to Prevent an Infestation This Summer
Planning a BBQ or picnic this summer? Watch out for ants! NPMA has tips to help homeowners prevent any infestations this summer.
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June 3, 2022
Summer is Peak Season for Travel and Bed Bugs: How to Prevent an Infestation
It's Bed Bug Awareness Week! To keep this pest from ruining your summer vacation, check out these helpful tips from NPMA.
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May 8, 2022
Ick! It’s Officially Peak Tick Season
Peak tick season is here and NPMA is reminding people how to protect against tick bites and tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease.
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May 3, 2022
Pests Might Be Behind Your Allergy Symptoms
May is Asthma & Allergy Awareness Month! NPMA is sharing how to prevent exposure to pests such as cockroaches, dust mites and rodents.
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April 6, 2022
NPMA Launches New Video Series on the Threat of Invasive Pests to the U.S.
NPMA is educating Americans about the spread of invasive pests throughout the U.S. with the launch of its six-episode animated video project, Invasive Species.
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March 31, 2022
April is National Pest Management Month: Why Pest Control is Important to Public Health
April is National Pest Management Month! Find out why pest control is vital to public health and property, and how you can prevent pests this spring.
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March 21, 2022
Buckle Up for A Buggy Spring Season
NPMA released its bi-annual Bug Barometer®, forecasting what Americans can expect from pest populations in their respective regions across the U.S. this spring and summer. See what is predicted for your region!
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March 7, 2022
Spring is Prime Termite Season: Are You Prepared?
It's Termite Awareness Week! Spend some time checking out NPMA's series of projects that showcase the extent of termites' destructive diet.
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February 15, 2022
Unseasonably Warm Fall, Followed by Excessive Snowfall in Winter Creates Perfect Storm for Increased Vector Pest Pressure
NPMA released its bi-annual Vector Sectors™ list of the top 10 U.S. cities with the greatest risk for increased pest pressure from vector pests for the remainder of winter and into spring.