The Dangers of an Infestation
Every effort should be made to control a cockroach infestation, because they can readily spread disease and dangerous bacteria. As this pest crawls through bacteria and decaying matter in different areas of the home, they transfer these germs onto food surfaces when they forage for nourishment during the evening hours.
Cockroaches carry human pathogens, such as E. coli and Salmonella, which when spread by these insects can promote human diseases and result in diarrhea and food poisoning. When the American cockroach comes in contact with human sewage and pet droppings, it can spread deadly diseases, such as dysentery and typhoid fever. It can also spread the hepatitis virus.
Cast-off skin, feces, and saliva from cockroaches contribute to allergens in the air, which is a leading cause for allergies flaring up with children, or people susceptible to allergic reactions, who are living in a cockroach-infested environment.