PPT-Head and Body Lice

Brought to you by Steph Covey and Ashley Zawacki Background Information Order Phthiraptera Suborder Anoplura sucking lice Pediculus humanus capitis Common name head lice. (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.. Marjorie Cole, RN, . MSN. State School Nurse Consultant. Division of Community and Public Health. Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services. What Is Head Lice?. A small parasitic insect that lives on the scalp and neck hairs of a human host.. 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.. 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.. Following recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics, our district does not have a “No Nit Policy”. Your child doesn’t have to miss school days . They should be treated at home and continue going to school as normal. Training Topics. #1 – Bloodborne Pathogens. #2 - Asthma in our Schools. #3 - Diabetes & Epilepsy. #4 – Pediculosis (Head Lice). #5 – Confidentiality Laws. #6 - Hazard Communications Standard. Marjorie Cole, RN, . MSN. State School Nurse Consultant. Division of Community and Public Health. Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services. What Is Head Lice?. A small parasitic insect that lives on the scalp and neck hairs of a human host.. 25 Myths and Facts It is easy to get lice.Lice are spread by head-to-head contact and are 26 Head Lice – A Lousy Problem Schools and child-care facilities should screen all children for head lic November 2017 Lice are parasites that can be found on people's heads and bodies. Lice move by crawling; they cannot hop or fly. Head lice problems occur year - round. However, it is during the sch 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 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. . EL-SHAHAWY. Professor of Parasitology. Head of Parasitology Department. Features. 5-73 mm in length. 2 pair of wings. F. lattened appearance. Y. ellow/brown color. Agile. Exhibits endophagic behavior.