Small fry

Article Abstract:

Research by entomologist Douglas Tallamy revealed the ineffectivity of 'bug zappers' in killing biting flies and mosquitoes. A survey of six bug zappers showed that of the total 13,789 dead insects, female mosquitoes numbered only 18 while biting flies numbered only 13.

Research, Evaluation, Control, Mosquitoes, Insect pests, Mosquito control, Insect control, Fly control, Insect traps

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Alcohol, tobacco and soy alarms

Article Abstract:

The role of epidemiologists in saving the lives of many people through their analysis of the habits and health of large groups of people, is discussed. The unhealthy eating and personal habits studied by epidemiologists are considered.

Analysis, Column, Epidemiological research, Cross sectional studies

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Strife after death

Article Abstract:

Rattlesnakes presumed to be dead should not be immediately be handled. This is the advice given to the public by the 'New England Journal of Medicine' after it published an article about persons bitten by supposed dead rattlesnakes.

Safety and security measures, Bites and stings, Bites (Injuries), Stings (Injuries), Rattlesnakes

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