Though no method of washing pesticides from fruits and vegetables is 100% effective, washing with water reduces residues. Learn more: npic.orst.edu/faq/fruitwash.…. Questions? Call 1-800-858-7378 Mon-Fri 8AM-12PM PT

Keeping #pets indoors until an outdoor #pesticide application dries and settles helps prevent your pets from being exposed. Learn more about preparing for outdoor pesticide treatments: npic.orst.edu/faq/outdoor.ht… Questions? Call 1-800-858-7378 Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT

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Wash clothing as soon as you can, separately from other items, to minimize exposure. Learn more: npic.orst.edu/faq/dirtycloth… Questions? Call 1-800-858-7378 Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT

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Many bed bugs are resistant to common #pesticides. Learn more: npic.orst.edu/pest/bedbug/in… Questions? Call 1-800-858-7378 Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT

Always read the label before using #pesticides to minimize your exposure. Learn how to control bed bugs here: npic.orst.edu/pest/bedbug/in… Questions? Call 1-800-858-7378 Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT

#Kids spend lots of time near the floor & put things in their mouths. This #NationalChildrensHealthMonth, check beneath furniture & in closets to ensure insect baits & other #pesticides = out of kids' reach. Learn more npic.orst.edu/health/child.h… Call 1-800-858-7378 M-F 8AM-12PM PT

#Kids’ bodies are still developing their defenses against pesticides. This #NationalChildrensHealthMonth, consider using #IntegratedPestManagement to reduce the need for #pesticides at home. Learn more: npic.orst.edu/pest/homeipm.h… Call 1-800-858-7378 M-F 8AM-12PM PT

Because #disinfectants are designed to kill #bacteria or other microorganisms, they are considered #pesticides. Questions? Call 1-800-858-7378 M-F 8AM - 12PM PT and visit our webpage npic.orst.edu/ingred/ptype/a…

As the weather gets colder, unwanted animals may find shelter in your home. Cover or seal openings or holes to prevent #wildlife from coming inside. Questions? Call 1-800-858-7378 Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT and visit our webpage npic.orst.edu/pest/wildhouse…

Extremes in temperature can change the chemistry of some #pesticides and damage their containers. Always read the label for storage instructions. Questions? Call 1-800-858-7378 M-F 8AM - 12PM PT and visit our webpage npic.orst.edu/health/storage…

Signal words are found on #pesticide product labels, and they describe the product’s short-term toxicity. Learn more: npic.orst.edu/factsheets/sig… Qs? Call 1-800-858-7378 M-F 8 AM - 12PM PT

Washing #produce with running water reduces dirt, germs, and #pesticide residues that may remain on fresh #fruit and #vegetable surfaces. Learn more: npic.orst.edu/faq/fruitwash.… Qs? Call 1-800-858-7378 M-F 8 AM - 12PM PT

#Roaches can attract each other to nice, warm places near food and hiding spots. Because they’re attracted to their own debris, you might consider cleaning any dead #cockroaches, eggs, & feces. Learn more: npic.orst.edu/pest/roach.html Qs? Call 1-800-858-7378 M-F 8 AM - 12PM PT

Mold can only grow indoors if #mold spores land on wet surfaces. Ventilating areas of your home like bathrooms, laundry rooms, & kitchens will help reduce #moisture. Learn more: npic.orst.edu/pest/mold.html Qs? Call 1-800-858-7378 M-F 8 AM - 12PM PT