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. 1980;74(3):296-9.
doi: 10.1016/0035-9203(80)90085-1.

Pediculus humanus capitis on children in Mahé, Seychelles

C R Grainger

Pediculus humanus capitis on children in Mahé, Seychelles

C R Grainger. Trans R Soc Trop Med Hyg. 1980.

Abstract

The incidence of Pediculus humanus capitis infestation in pre-school and schoolchildren in Mahé, Seychelles, was investigated. High infestation rates were discovered, particularly in urban schoolchildren at district schools. Infestation in pre-schoolchildren increased with age. Girls were more infested than boys. Control of infestation will not be possible using only the child health service and the school health service. A combined approach is necessary based on the family unit.

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