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Is there a connection between Asian lady beetles (those big lady bugs) and asthma? Can one become allergic to these bugs in the house?

Yes, it is possible to have an allergic reaction to the multicolored Asian lady beetle, according to the University of Michigan Extension. Prolonged exposure to infestations has been reported to cause allergic reactions in some humans. Patients have described itchy nose and eyes, sneezing, upper respiratory symptoms and severe, persistent asthma.

We bought a house near a busy road. At times the sound of traffic is overwhelming. What can we do to buffer the noise?

To reduce noise transmission, you have to break up sound waves. Generally, if a barrier blocks ...

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