Head Lice Infestation in Schoolchildren, in Poland-Is There a Chance for Change?

ABSTRACT: Pediculosis capitis is a current and neglected health issue worldwide. The lack of screening programs contributes to the marginalization of the problem and delays therapeutic measures. Our study aimed to analyze the occurrence of this parasitosis in primary schools in Poland and to determine factors contributing to the persistence of its foci. The research tools were two questionnaires: one for primary school children and the other for school managers. While children answered questions about the epidemiology of pediculosis capitis and expressed their opinion on the hygienic condition of infested persons, the school directors were asked about the occurrence of head lice in schools, preventive measures, and institutions supporting schools in combating the infestation. The survey covered the

SUBMITTER: Bartosik K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8837132 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature