3. Are only "dirty" people affected?

Perhaps one of the biggest misconceptions is that bed bugs are associated with unsanitary conditions. This could not be further from the truth.

The fact is that bed bugs do not feed on crumbs, dirt, or debris associated with uncleanliness. The feed on blood.

What this means is that any environment with warm blooded hosts is likely suitable for bed bugs. This includes hostels, inns, motels, luxury hotels, homes, hospitals, care homes, cruise ships, and other modes of transportation to name a few.