Bed bugs continue to be a problem in libraries and a number of other locations in Canada, and even though they are fairly new to the area, they have been around for a long time, according to The Vancouver Sun.

Bed bugs make people's skin crawl for a number of reasons - they feed off of human blood, breed very quickly and bite people while they're are sleeping.

However, there are a number of myths that surround bed bugs, which have enhanced people's negative opinions. Bed bugs are not known to spread disease, and they do not serve as a major health problem, they are simply a nuisance.

According to Medline Plus, bed bugs travel from person to person by latching onto their clothing or luggage. Those who are trying to prevent these little critters from infesting their homes may want to purchase mattress covers, which can either keep them at bay or trap them until professional help arrives. They can also wash and dry their linens in high temperatures, as it is known to kill the bugs.