Janet A. Katz wrote:

>Anyone who thinks they are allergic to honeybees, wasps, vespids, etc.
>should go to an allergist--the definitive professional in this area--and get
>tested so you will know precisely what you are allergic to and have a
>complete plan for both avoiding stings and treating them when they happen.
>
>
An unfortunate truth. We have had GP's who knew less about allergic
reactions to bee stings than most of the local beekeepers.

One other thing to add to this very good post- Change your bee clothes
outside and do not store them in the house. Also, do your own laundering
of the bee suit. The less you have your family members come in contact
with the stuff you bring back from the bee yard, the better. They can
develop allergies to bees and bee venom and have dangerous reactions to
bee stings.

Bill Truesdell
Bath, Maine

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