PDF-TIP SHEET Head LICE

x0000x0000Hospital Epidemiology and Infection Prevention Reference Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2019 What are head liceThe head louse or Pediculus humanus capitis i. 00 2800 3800 6500 11500 16500 SPECIALTY 2200 3400 4800 8000 13500 18000 SERVES 2x2 2025 4050 80100 SERVES 2x3 1518 30 35 6070 PLAIN 1600 2000 3600 4800 CLASSICS 6000 10000 20000 CLASSICS ONLY 3600 7000 13000 FLAVORED 2000 2600 4000 5600 SPECIALTY 700 O Box 342 Katoomba NSW 2780 19 Millyard Lane Katoomba 2780 Australia Phone 02 4782 3073 Email infomusicfunnetau eb www musicfunnetau Please feel free to contact us with any questions about the copying and use of our worksheets in your school brPage 3 What are Head Lice?. Properly called . Pediculus. . humanus. . capitis. , . head lice are parasitic insects that are small, wingless, and grayish-tan. . Head lice only live in humans, and anyone can get them, even with good health habits and hair washing.. (Crabs). By: Deanna . Berrain. What Is Pubic Lice?. Pubic Lice is tiny insects that crawl from pubic hair of one person to the pubic hair of another person during sex. You can also get it from wearing infected clothes, towels, and bedding. They suck the blood from the hosts body.. Head Lice Infestation in Kids a Recurring Problem. .. Head Lice is #1 parasite of Children in Contra Costa County. .. Lice knows no socio-economic levels. . Common Outbreaks in cold months when kids are indoors in close contact.. Properly called . Pediculus. . humanus. . capitis. , . head lice are parasitic insects that are small, wingless, and grayish-tan. . Head lice only live in humans, and anyone can get them, even with good health habits and hair washing.. What are the symptoms?. -Intense itching on scalp.. -Lice eggs (nits) on hair shafts.. -. W. hite specks stuck near the base of the hairs; lice may be found on the scalp.. What are the causes?. Head-to-head contact:. Properly called . Pediculus. . humanus. . capitis. , . head lice are parasitic insects that are small, wingless, and grayish-tan. . Head lice only live in humans, and anyone can get them, even with good health habits and hair washing.. How do I keep lice from coming back1 Carefully follow the directions on the lice treatment packagedirections is the biggest reason why it doesn146t work2 If your child has extra long hair longer tha 11 What are body lice -Body lice are parasitic insects that live on the body and in the clothing or bedding of infested humans Infestation is common found worldwide and affects people of all races Bod Virginia O’Malley. Are tiny parasitic insects about the size of a sesame seed.. Have six claws that are used to “cling” to hair shaft.. Are tan, brown or grey in color.. Can only live on a human head and feed on human blood. Head Lice Fast Facts. Head lice are a common community issue. In the United States, an estimated 6 to 12 million lice infestations occur each year among children aged 3 to 11. 1. Children can get head lice anytime they are in close contact with others – for example, during play at home or school, slumber parties, sports activities or camp . Order :. Phthiraptera. (lice). Identification. Small, flattened & wingless. Short stout legs; end in strong claws. Permanent . ectoparasites. on birds & mammals. Biting lice. Biting & chewing mouth parts. What is the treatment for head lice? Over-the-counter or prescription shampoo, lotion, or cream rinse is used to treat head lice infestations. Sometimes, a pill may be prescribed. Follow all instruc