Dear Sid:
There are things that change in this world of ours, especially in the medical
and veterinary fields.  Any one who at this day and age believes that be mites
can be lived with without treatment definitely belongs in one of the following
classifications:
 
1.  He/she knows nothing about bee mites, especially Varroa.
2.  He/she is not a beekeeper, if he/she is, he/she better quit beekeeping to
avoid bankruptcy.
3.  He/she likes disappointments.
4.  He/she should start reading more recent literature on bee mites.
 
    As stated before, it is okay to express one's personal opinions in
democratic countries,
however, to poke fun at a subject which is so significant to the future of
beekeeping in particular and humanity in general, is insincere.
     In my humble opinion, we need to assume a more responsible attitude
regarding bee mites.
Best regards.
Dr.  Rodriguez
Virginia Beach, VA