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Reaction to MAQs Strips

MAQS

This beekeeper inadvertently rubbed their eyes after putting MAQS strips on a colony. Their eyes are swollen, sore, itchy and very tender.

The Formic acid had penetrated their gloves.

Please be very careful and wear heavy duty gloves when using MAQS. And wash your hands immediately afterwards.

-Margaret Murdin, BBKA President

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