Insect stings are an important cause of anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis can also occur from insect bites but is less common. Insect venoms contain several well-characterized allergens that can trigger anaphylactic reactions. ... (download)

General Information Reactions to insect venom cause about 50 deaths yearly in the United States. Most people report that insect stings produce itching, pain, redness and mild swelling at the site of the sting. ... (download)

Insect Stings are such a common problem during the summer that almost everyone has been stung at some time in their lives. Most of these stings are mild annoyances with itching, pain, and swelling at the point of the sting. ... (download)

Insect Sting Allergy. What You Should Know About Insect Sting Allergy ... Insect sting reactions can range from mild and local to anaphylactic. ... (download)

Summer is here. The flowers are abloom, the insects are abuzz, and many of us look forward to spending more time outdoors. However, for some of us the buzz of insects is a reminder of the risk of a systemic allergic reaction when stung, which when it involves breathing or blood pressure is known as anaphylaxis, and can be life-threatening or even fatal. ... (download)

VALPARAISO COMMUNITY SCHOOLS. Health Services. ALLERGY to INSECT STING ... the school that your child has a history of allergic symptoms to insect stings. Please ... (download)

Insect Sting Alert Office of the Ombudsman for Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities This Medical Alert is based on the work of the Medical Review Subcommittee and should be posted prominently. ... (download)

Insect bites and stings are common occurrences in the summer months and can be very bothersome, however they can be avoided The Buzzz About Insect Bites and Stings Insect bites and stings are common occurrences in the summer months and can be very bothersome and even dangerous. ... (download)

Public Health : First Aid for Bee and Insect Stings This fact sheet provides basic information only. It must not take the place of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. ... (download)

African Bees Facts And How to Stay Safe Unlike domestic honey bees, the Africanized bee is a wild bee that is not comfortable being around people or animals. Africanized bees will defend hives with gusto. ... (download)