Bugs and black mold: What some mobile home park residents see after investors buy in

Jennifer Ludovice, a spokeswoman for Equity LifeStyle Properties — the owner of Colony Cove, where Calabrese lives — said the company works hard to “provide a community that residents are proud to call home.” She added that rent increased an average of 4.2% annually between 2017 and 2026 and that its costs are “attractive compared … Read more

Worried you might have bed bugs? Here’s how to tell, and the first thing to do if you have them

No rodent or bug infestation is fun, but there is one type that may rank as one of the worst — bed bugs. While they are tiny, these insects can cause big problems. While some people don’t react poorly to bed bug bites, others will develop itchy red bumps. Additionally, these itty bitty bugs can … Read more

Got maggots? These doctors are bringing the bugs into their practice on purpose

The lowly maggot gets a bad rap, mostly known for feeding on corpses and rotting meat. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. But modern medicine is giving its reputation new life — as a tiny surgeon. Polly Cleveland, of New York City, turned to so-called maggot … Read more