Bug Bam Helps Repel Life Threatening Mosquitoes Across the Globe

LOS ANGELES, May 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Bug Bam, the global leader in mosquito repelling wristbands, is now selling its products on every continent across the globe. Providing a solution to many in repelling potentially deadly mosquitoes, sandflies and many other biting bugs, Bug Bam has proven that it has a viable alternative in the global fight against mosquitoes that could be carriers of deadly disease.

Australian entrepreneur, Joseph Symond founded Bug Bam in 2004 in Los Angeles, CA. Their current product offerings include repelling wristbands, repelling pet tags (helping to prevent heartworm in dogs), and area repelling grids that may be placed anywhere needed in a variety of outdoor environments. All products are scientifically proven to be safe, use all natural, food-grade ingredients and are fully recyclable. Worn around the wrist, ankle, or placed nearby, Bug Bam has been scientifically proven to repel mosquitoes and other flying, biting insects for up to 100-hours. The products are waterproof, sweat proof, non-toxic, non-irritant and made of EPA/FIFRA compliant, FDA GRAS materials and ingredients.

The company most recently moved all manufacturing from China to the USA with considerable success so as to be 100% 'Made in the USA'.

Already proven in both commercial and military applications through service to the U.S. Navy, Secret Service and others, Bug Bam has been purchased by several hundred thousand consumers worldwide to date. In addition to selling online at BugBam.com, in the United States the products are sold at retailers that include Whole Foods, BIG 5 Sporting Goods, Leaps and Bounds/One Step Ahead catalogs and through the Boy Scouts of America. The company also offers OEM and customized wristbands and other products for corporations and special events as well. Bug Bam is the primary bug repellent for the Boy Scouts of America and provides repelling products to multi-national corporations such as Chevron, Bechtel, Exxon-Mobil, and over 20 countries in Africa and Asia. A proven best seller, Bug Bam's packaging is produced in multiple languages and dialects including English, French, Spanish, Taiwanese, and various African languages.

Based in Southern California, Bug Bam is also a socially responsible company. All products use 100% natural, non-toxic ingredients and are 100% recyclable, and Symond is currently developing a low-cost Malaria and Dengue Fever Prevention, Detection and Treatment Kit to be distributed in partnership with Governments and non-profits in developing countries affected by Mosquitoes. The company also donates product to a growing variety of non-profits including Raising Malawi, Lighthouse Medical Missions, March of Dimes, and the National Veterans Golden Age Games.

Whatever the season or the event, Bug Bam is the most natural, logical and easiest solution to prevent bug bites. Retail prices range from $3.95 - $7.95. To learn more about Bug Bam, please go to www.bugbam.com. Follow us on Twitter @bugbam and LIKE us on Facebook, www.facebook.com/BugBam.

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