Cockroaches are a class of insects that look very innocent. They move about from place to place and they are found in almost every home in Nigeria and Africa. Do you know that they cause a lot of havoc let me say (Undetected Havoc) because you will just wonder why some things are not in place or why one falls sick. They invade human dwellings and are considered as pests.
And Yes, Cockroaches can spread approximately 33 kinds of bacteria, 6 kinds of parasitic worms and 7 other human pathogens. They can pick up all kinds of germs on the spines of their legs.
From bathroom floors, waste, places where they walk through is unlimited. Germs they eat from decaying matter or sewage will remain in/on them longer. It’s unknown why germs can last longer on an affected roach than germs that are exposed to cleaning agents or natural elements.
Infact just think about the journey they made before they walked across your tables,beds counter tops, cooking surfaces and most important Your food(Damn!!!!).
In the world today, there are about 4000 different species of cockcroahes(God is Awesome). Their reproductive rate is very fast which will lead to populations which will spread diseases and cause allergies that will unfortunately trigger asthma.
I know that question will be ringing in your heart how cockroaches cause trouble. Imagine if a cockroach has gone through 50 houses, streets, gutters and even waste dumps in the process taking all sorts of germs and bacteria and the cockroach finally lands in your house walks across your food plates, tables ,your clothes. There is 99% probability of causing infection.
What you need know
- Cockroaches can enter your home in many different ways, from the outside through cracks on the walls, roofs, sewer and drain pipes. We even bring them in on products like bags, boxes, purses and on our person!
- Your house is an ideal breeding ground for cockroaches. With plenty of food, warmth, water and nesting sites, they can remain active all year round. Cockroaches reproduce quickly. For every one you see there can be many, many more hiding and multiplying behind your walls.
- The debris created by cast-off cockroach skins, dead bodies and droppings can aggravate allergies, especially in children and sensitive individuals. Cockroaches are better at hiding than you are at finding them, and their eggs are naturally protected from insecticides. Without special equipment, materials and know-how, cockroach control can be a losing battle.
Prevention
Store food in covered containers, clear all waste food and liquid spillages do not leave overnight, clear off old papers and ensure dustbin is well protected, fumigate the house regularly.
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