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Abell Pest Control Inc. Receives Prestigious Recognition on 2024 Great Places to Work List for Women

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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Toronto, Ontario, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abell Pest Control proudly announces its prestigious recognition as a 2024 Best Workplace™ for Women by Great Place to Work , reaffirming our commitment to gender equality and inclusivity.

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  • Toronto, Ontario, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abell Pest Control proudly announces its prestigious recognition as a 2024 Best Workplace™ for Women by Great Place to Work , reaffirming our commitment to gender equality and inclusivity.
  • The list is based on direct feedback from employees of the hundreds of organizations that were surveyed by Great Place to Work®.
  • "In the past, gender stereotypes and concerns about physical demands may have deterred women from considering opportunities in Pest Control," said Sara Cromwell, Vice President of People Excellence at Abell Pest Control.
  • Abell Pest Control prides itself on providing innovative and technologically advanced solutions for pest prevention and management on a national level.

Understand the Risk of Pests and Proper Prevention Measures this National Pest Management Month

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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April is National Pest Management Month (NPMM), an annual observance recognized by Chase’s Calendar of Events highlighting the vital role pest control plays in protecting public health, food and property from the threats posed by pests.

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  • April is National Pest Management Month (NPMM), an annual observance recognized by Chase’s Calendar of Events highlighting the vital role pest control plays in protecting public health, food and property from the threats posed by pests.
  • This April, the National Pest Management Association ( NPMA ) is dedicated to educating consumers about the risks associated with pests and emphasizing the critical role of proper pest control.
  • “If you suspect a pest infestation, be proactive in your prevention and call a pest control professional,” says Fredericks.
  • Pest control is not a do-it-yourself task, for more expert prevention tips and to find a licensed pest control professional, visit www.PestWorld.org .

Experts Warn of Rising Pest Populations Across the U.S. this Spring & Summer Due to Erratic Weather Patterns

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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FAIRFAX, Va., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the National Pest Management Association (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 based on weather patterns, long-term forecasts and pest biology. Due to erratic weather patterns throughout the winter and a warm spring expected across the U.S., NPMA's expert entomologists are warning of increased populations of pests like ticks, mosquitoes, ants and more.

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  • Due to erratic weather patterns throughout the winter and a warm spring expected across the U.S., NPMA's expert entomologists are warning of increased populations of pests like ticks, mosquitoes, ants and more.
  • The National Pest Management Association reveals Spring & Summer 2024 Bug Barometer® forecast for the continental U.S.
    "The U.S. has experienced some wild weather this year.
  • "While we typically anticipate an increase in pest activity during the spring and summer, these conditions, paired with warm temperatures and rainfall on the horizon, can create the ideal conditions for pest populations to boom."
  • For more information about pest prevention, NPMA's Bug Barometer® forecast and to find a pest control professional near you, visit PestWorld.org .

Beckie Shudinis of Burns Pest Elimination's Las Vegas Branch Selected for The National Pest Management Association's 2024 Impact Awards for Women in Pest Management

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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LAS VEGAS, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On International Women's Day, March 8, 2024, Beckie Shudinis, the Las Vegas Branch Manager for the family-owned and operated Burns Pest Elimination, was recently announced as a recipient of the National Pest Management Association's (NPMA) 2024 Impact Awards for Women in Pest Management and will be honored at the NPMA Women's Forum taking place May 7- 9, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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  • Beckie Shudinis, Burns Pest Elimination's Las Vegas Branch Manager, to be honored at the 2024 NPMA Women's Forum May 7 – 9 in Atlanta, Georgia.
  • LAS VEGAS, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On International Women's Day, March 8, 2024, Beckie Shudinis, the Las Vegas Branch Manager for the family-owned and operated Burns Pest Elimination , was recently announced as a recipient of the National Pest Management Association's (NPMA) 2024 Impact Awards for Women in Pest Management and will be honored at the NPMA Women's Forum taking place May 7- 9, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.
  • Beckie Shudinis, the Las Vegas Branch Manager for the family-owned and operated Burns Pest Elimination, was recently announced as a recipient of the National Pest Management Association's (NPMA) 2024 Impact Awards for Women in Pest Management.
  • Beckie, originally from Arizona, has been with Burns Pest Elimination since 2007 and moved to Las Vegas in 2016 to open the company's first Nevada branch.

It’s Termite Season. Are You Prepared?

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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These destructive pests cause $6.8 billion in property damage every year when adjusted for current inflation, emphasizing the importance of proper termite prevention.

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  • These destructive pests cause $6.8 billion in property damage every year when adjusted for current inflation, emphasizing the importance of proper termite prevention.
  • With termite swarming season right around corner, the National Pest Management Association ( NPMA ) is educating homeowners about the destructive nature of these pests during Termite Awareness Week, March 3-9.
  • Even still, only 31% of U.S. homeowners take preventive measures to protect their home from termite infestations and 27% of homeowners have had a professional termite inspection conducted at their home.
  • The most common signs a home is infested with termites are the following:
    “Taking preventative steps can help reduce the chances of a termite infestation,” added Fredericks.

National Pest Management Association Readies U.S. Military Service Members for Post-Duty Careers with Department of Defense Partnership

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) announces its partnership with the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) SkillBridge Program to prepare service members for successful civilian careers by offering internships in the pest control industry.

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  • The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) announces its partnership with the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) SkillBridge Program to prepare service members for successful civilian careers by offering internships in the pest control industry.
  • “Finding support and employment is often a challenge for service members reintegrating into civilian life,” said Dominique Stumpf, CEO of NPMA.
  • As part of NPMA's partnership with SkillBridge, military service members will benefit from:
    Full-Time, 18-Week Training: Equip yourself for a successful pest control career through on-the-job and classroom training.
  • Military service members seeking a supported transition to pest control can now enroll in the program.

Warm Weather Trends Signal Potential Upswing in Disease-Carrying Pests

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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FAIRFAX, Va., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) presents its bi-annual Vector Sectors™ list, unveiling the top 10 U.S. cities at heightened risk for increased vector pest pressure throughout the remainder of winter and into spring.

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  • "With springtime and warm weather on the horizon, many Americans are itching to get outside," said Dr. Jim Fredericks, Senior Vice President of Public Affairs for NPMA.
  • "Some pests can leave more than an itchy bite mark," said Dr. Jorge Parada, Medical Advisor for NPMA with a focus on infectious disease.
  • "Vector pests can spread pathogens to humans through their bites, making prevention especially important to help reduce transmission of dangerous and potentially deadly diseases."
  • For more information on NPMA's Vector Sectors list and to learn more about protecting against vector pests, visit PestWorld.org .

Moving Across State Lines? Which Pests to Expect in Your New Home

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Monday, February 5, 2024
Other Consumer, Construction & Property, Infectious Diseases, Family, Other Health, Health, Consumer, Other Construction & Property, Residential Building & Real Estate, Tick, Scorpion, Infestation, Human, Senior, NPMA, Formosan, Cockroach, Spider, Public affairs, National Pest Management Association, Trapping

Buying a new home is an exciting milestone, especially if it’s one that takes you to an entirely new state or coast.

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  • Buying a new home is an exciting milestone, especially if it’s one that takes you to an entirely new state or coast.
  • While the to-do list for a new homeowner is already very long, it’s important to add pest control to the list.
  • No matter where you’re located in the U.S., pests pose a significant concern to health and property.
  • Found in southwestern and southern states, scorpions pose a threat due to their ability to inflict painful stings.

January Jitters: Homeowners Brace for Winter Pests

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
General Health, Health, Children, Family, Infectious Diseases, Consumer, Other Consumer, Other Health, Risk, Senior, Rat, Raccoon, Spider, NPMA, National Pest Management Association, Food, Public affairs, Trapping

It’s a new year, but the same pests are here for winter.

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  • It’s a new year, but the same pests are here for winter.
  • As temperatures drop, pests like spiders , rodents and insects seek refuge indoors within the cozy confines of our homes, putting property and health at risk.
  • Thus, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) urges homeowners to take preventative measures to stay protected against the threats posed by winter pests.
  • Clean up leaves and other debris around the foundation of buildings to discourage pests from congregating close to the building.

Rodents Are Scurrying Indoors. Here’s How Homeowners Can Keep Them Out

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Monday, October 16, 2023
General Health, Health, Children, Family, Infectious Diseases, Consumer, Other Consumer, Other Health, Food, Multimedia, Knowledge, Senior, Rat, National Pest Management Association, Mouse, The Harris Poll, NPMA, Public affairs, Water, Hunting, Cereal

Temperatures are dropping, leading rodents across the country to push their way indoors in search of shelter, food and water.

Key Points: 
  • Temperatures are dropping, leading rodents across the country to push their way indoors in search of shelter, food and water.
  • To educate homeowners about rodents and the health and property threats they pose, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) is observing its annual Rodent Awareness Week this October 15 – 21, 2023.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231016293759/en/
    NPMA is sharing prevention tips with homeowners for the fall and winter season as rodents search for their next hideout.
  • “Rodents are known to reproduce quickly, and a small problem can become a big issue quickly if left untreated,” said Fredericks.