Comprehensive Pediculosis Screening Programs for Elementary Schools

Clore, Ellen Rudy; Longyear, Leah Ann

doi:10.1111/j.1746-1561.1990.tb05917.x

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“…7 The results of several descriptive studies have suggested that education of parents in diagnosing and managing head lice may be helpful. [86][87][88][89] Because of the lack of evidence of efficacy, routine classroom or school-wide screening should be discouraged.…”

Section: Control Measures In Schools Screeningmentioning

confidence: 99%

Head Lice

Frankowski¹,

Bocchini²

2010

Pediatrics

107

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Head lice infestation is associated with limited morbidity but causes a high level of anxiety among parents of school-aged children. Since the 2002 clinical report on head lice was published by the American Academy of Pediatrics, patterns of resistance to products available overthe-counter and by prescription have changed, and additional mechanical means of removing head lice have been explored. This revised clinical report clarifies current diagnosis and treatment protocols and provides guidance for the management of children with head lice in the school setting.

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Section: Control Measures In Schools Screeningmentioning

confidence: 99%

Head Lice

Frankowski¹,

Bocchini²

2010

Pediatrics

107

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“…The highest prevalence is recorded among children aged five to twelve years; however, the prevalence among the aged 24-36 years old group is high due to their exposure to infested children, the high infestation among this groups due to poor hygiene, socioeconomic status and lack of medical treatment [6].…”

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Prevalence of Head Pediculosis Among Refugees In Sulaimani Governorate/ Kurdistan- Iraq

Ali

Hama

2018

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The head louse (Pediculus humanus capits) is one of the common obligate ectoparasites blood-sucking, wingless, belonging to the order Phthiraptera, sub-order Anoplura which are specific parasites of a human being with the medical importance worldwide. This study carried out to estimate the prevalence of head pediculosis and its associated factors among refugees in Sulaimani province. Total of 11798 peoples participated in this study including 5056 male and 6742 female from five refuges campus in Sulaimani province, the direct inspection visually followed to detect head lice infestation (pediculosis). The overall prevalence in the current study was 1.12%, the infestation was significantly higher among female (1.78 %) than the male (0.24 %). The age significantly had an effect on the pediculosis; the higher rate of pediculosis was among children (1-5 years) than the other age groups although Pediculosis was significantly higher among low-level educational peoples (preparatory and primary). The family size, hair washing duration, length of hair and type of hair have the direct effect of the head louse infestation, while the significant association between scalp disease (Dandruff) and infestation rate of head lice was not observed. From this study, we conclude the prevalence of head lice has directly related to age, personal hygiene, and hair type, and the refugee's camps in Sulaimani province (Kurdistan-Iraq) need more health care and health awareness.

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“…Again, skin diseases are a common cause of morbidity, especially among school children, worldwide. Although skin disease is rarely lethal, it can have a significant impact in terms of treatment cost, days absent from school, and psychological distress (Amin et al, 2011;Clore et al, 1990). Several factors have been reported to be responsible for skin problems in primary school children in different parts of the world (Amin et al, 2011;Ebomoyi, 1994;Kottenhahn et al, 1994;Popescu et al, 1999;Wegner et al, 1994).…”

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Ethnobotanical investigation of indigenous plants used in the management of some infant illnesses in Ibadan, South-Western Nigeria

Aworinde¹,

Erinoso²

2015

Afr. J. Trad. Compl. Alt. Med.

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Background: Ethnobotanical information on indigenous plants used in the management of infant illnesses was sourced from Bode herbal market in Ibadan South-western Nigeria to preserve indigenous knowledge of medicinal plants, and demonstrate the role of traditional medicine as complementary healthcare system. Methods: Information was gathered using periodic open-ended questionnaire and personal interview. The respondents were randomly selected and consist, fifteen (15) women -herb sellers (of between 25-50, age range) who prescribed workable recipes used in the management of scalp infections, abscess, convulsion and cold shivers. The recipes documented are enumerated and served as groundbreaking preparations in infant diseases' management. Results: The survey yielded 48 plant species belonging to 31 plant families. The family Fabaceae has the highest number of species followed by Combretaceae, Meliaceae, Euphorbiaceae. The leaves and roots constituted the frequency of plant parts used; while the stem has the least frequency. The methods of preparation purposefully cited were decoction, infusion, and soap; others include steeping in cold water and cream whereas the solvent of choice was water. A particular brand of bottle water was preferable for herbal preparation. Other ingredients cited include soft traditional black soap, sulphur, Shea butter, antimony/black lead ore, and local sponge. Method of administration and dosage involves diluting extracts from infusion or decoction in higher parts of water -to be drunk, as well as for bath. Conclusion and Application of Results:The study documented indigenous knowledge of plants used in the management of infants' ailments. Results showed that herbal medicines have played and will continue to play significant roles as alternative or complementary healthcare delivery system. There is need for the sensitization of indigenous people on the conservation of plant resources especially in cases where the root (part) features in prescriptions. A regulatory measure for herbal practitioners as well as public enlightenment is recommended to help sustain and increase the awareness in herbal therapy to different audience. Again, the isolation and identification of active compounds as well as evaluative toxicity test could reveal and confirm indigenous claims by assurring safety in administration.

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Comprehensive Pediculosis Screening Programs for Elementary Schools

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Prevalence of Head Pediculosis Among Refugees In Sulaimani Governorate/ Kurdistan- Iraq

Ethnobotanical investigation of indigenous plants used in the management of some infant illnesses in Ibadan, South-Western Nigeria

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