Which Bacteria Can Be Prevented by Controlling Flies Inside and Outside of Your Home?

Fly microbiomes have been studied to determine if they harbor any bacteria that can harm human health. These bacteria are referred to as necrotrophs, which means that they feed on the cellular nutrients of the host and promote the death of the host. They are associated with Brazilian flies and are primarily found on potatoes.

Flies transmit microorganisms by regurgitation, contact with the body, and other mechanisms. We have previously found that flies can transmit E. coli to humans, animals, and plants through their mouthparts and excreta. Most studies have focused on the gastrointestinal tract, but the flies’ wings, feet, and body surfaces can carry bacteria to different parts of the body. In fact, the bacterial diversity was highest in the legs and wings of the flies, which may play an important role in dispersing bacteria.

The study results suggest that flies may also carry H. pylori and may be a potential vector in urban and rural settings. As a result, if you are concerned about the flies’ potential to spread harmful bacteria, you should control them both inside and outside of your home.

In addition to controlling flies inside and outside of your home, you should also treat water that you drink. There are commercially available tablets that can be used to disinfect water. Just make sure to follow the directions on the label of the product you use. When cooking, you should also take precautions to ensure that food is cooked thoroughly to kill any pathogenic bacteria. Make sure that you wash your hands before and after handling raw meats and other foods.