PPT-Head Lice

What are Head Lice Properly called Pediculus humanus capitis head lice are parasitic insects that are small wingless and grayishtan Head lice only live in humans and anyone can get them even with good health habits and hair washing. Brought to you by: Steph Covey and Ashley . Zawacki. Background Information. Order: . Phthiraptera. Suborder: . Anoplura. (. sucking lice. ). Pediculus. . humanus. . capitis. . Common name: . head lice. New Approaches to an Old Nemesis. Getty Images/Digital Vision.. US.IVE.13.03.021. Key Points to Cover Today!. Head Lice: Getting to Know You. The Key Role of the Clinician in Head Lice Diagnosis and Treatment. 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.. .. You’ve probably heard this . before, . but . just as a reminder. :. Lice . CANNOT. jump or fly. Lice . CANNOT. crawl across the classroom floor, up your chair, up your pants, up your shirt and to your head (that would be like you walking from Homer to Anchorage). Freehold Health Dept.. GOALS. Learn about head lice. WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE & HOW. Biology. Treatment. Diagnosis. Prevention & control . HEAD LICE. Infestation of . Pediculus. . capitis. Parasitic insect. 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. 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.. ��Hospital Epidemiology and Infection Prevention Reference: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention /2019 What are head liceThe head louse, or Pediculus humanus capitis, i 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. 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 Three types of lice:. Head lice: . Pediculus. . humanus. . capitis. (2-3 mm long). Body lice: . Pediculus. . humanus. . humanus. (2.3-3.6 mm long). Pubic lice (crabs): . Phthirus. pubis (1.1-1.8 mm long). . 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.