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Bed Bugs

Bed bugs have become a problem nationwide. Since Sarasota County is a travel destination, we are concerned about this issue. Those who are traveling to the area or returning from other communities are encouraged to follow the guidelines in the factsheets provided below.

Although bed bugs and their bites are a nuisance, they are not known to spread disease. 

Bed bug information:

• Bed Bugs Fact Sheet [86KB .PDF]
  Basic information on bed bugs and how to eliminate them
• Recognizing Bed Bugs [1.1MB .PDF]
  With helpful illustrations for recognizing bed bugs and their bites, plus where to look for infestations in your home
• Detailed Bed Bug Information [environmental protection agency]
  Bed bug biology, prevention, identification, treatment, and common myths

For more information on bed bug identification & control:

• Environmental Health Services, Sarasota office
  1301 Sarasota Center Blvd
  Sarasota FL  34240  map
  (941) 861-6133
• Environmental Health Services, Venice office
  4000 Tamiami Trl S, Rm 121
  Venice, FL  34293     map
  (941) 861-3310