Preventing and Eliminating Kissing Bugs
The best protection is prevention. Steps include:
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Install and repair window and door screens.
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Seal cracks in walls, floors, and foundations.
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Clear brush, wood, and rock piles near the home.
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Turn off outdoor lights at night to reduce attraction.
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Use bed nets or curtains treated with insecticide.
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If found indoors, avoid crushing the bug. Instead, capture it in a sealed container with rubbing alcohol or freeze it.
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Clean contaminated surfaces with rubbing alcohol or a bleach solution.
