BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Keep seeing roaches in or near your home? Want to evict them for good? You’re not alone. There are many cockroach species, not just in the state but worldwide. According ...

Not only do American cockroaches reproduce quickly, but they also live longer than most, with an average lifespan of two ...

According to the US Census Bureau, there are a whopping 2.9 million Americans sharing their homes with both cockroaches and rodents. Living with pests isn’t just icky and ruinous to a late-night trip ...

A man shining a flashlight on cockroaches under a couch - Studio Romantic/Shutterstock No one wants to find cockroaches in their home. These pests can cause a number of problems — from spreading ...

Here’s how to get control of these bacteria-carrying pests. In addition, research has shown cockroach debris, such as feces and shed skins, can cause allergies and asthma in some people. “There’s a ...

Dear Heloise: I have a rather embarrassing question: How do I get rid of roaches? I swear I’m not a dirty person. I never leave dirty dishes in the sink. If there is a dish or cup that I can’t wash ...

A research team has uncovered a strong connection between cockroach infestations and harmful household substances, specifically allergens and bacterial endotoxins. Scientists at North Carolina State U ...

Like worrisome termites, cockroaches have a job to do, breaking down organic matter in the natural world. But even one cockroach isn’t acceptable indoors. “They don’t vector, or directly transmit, ...