To note for others, the article title is clickbait and worded to make you think the bugs that are [***INVADING***](#triggered) can spread STDs to humans. They do not. The STD is called Laboulbeniales and is a disease that affects them and is transmitted among their own kind through mating: >"*The bugs carry a disease called Laboulbeniales which is spread through mating and close contact with other ladybirds.* >*The infection is a form of fungi and causes yellow growths on the insects, although it is not known how it affects their health.*" This disease does not spread to humans if an infected one of them were to bite you: >"*Laboulbeniales can occur in other species but can not be passed on to humans.* They are not dangerous, just needing to vacuum up a bunch of their carcasses on occasion can be an annoying task: >"*The species is not poisonous to humans or pets – although it has been reported that the bugs could bite humans when they are feeling hungry.* >*The bites usually produce a small bump and sting slightly.* >*The easiest way to remove ladybirds is with a dustpan and brush, a vacuum, or a piece of card and a glass.*" Also, archive link: https://archive.ph/KJHmz