When it comes to crickets there’s one surprising fact most people don’t know: they’re bad for our health. Sure, they don’t normally bite, but crickets and their waste are known to spread severe illnesses, including salmonella and E.coli. In fact, it’s not uncommon to experience flu-like symptoms or stomach pains after handling a cricket or ingesting food exposed to crickets or their feces. Here is how to get rid of crickets: