Comprehensive pediculosis screening programs for elementary schools.: An article from: Journal of School Health
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Author(s)Ellen Rudy Clore, Leah Ann Longyear
PublisherAmerican School Health Association
ISBN / ASINB00091WQV6
ISBN-13978B00091WQV4
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From the author: Pediculosis (head lice) is a major school and community health problem with an estimated 6-12 million cases annually resulting in $367 million a year in consumer costs, lost parental wages, and school system expenses. The greatest incidence is seen in children ages 5-12; however, the incidence in the 24-36 year old group is increasing due to their exposure to infested children. Developing comprehensive pediculosis screening programs in elementary schools provides an effective method for preventing epidemics from occurring by accomplishing early detection. These programs also promote primary health care and education among elementary schoolchildren, school officials, educators, and parents. An effective program includes screening the entire school three times a year: mid-September, December, and near spring vacation, and enforcing a "No Nit" policy. Establishing a successful approach to control pediculosis results in decreased incidence and transmission, reduced absenteeism, and financial savings for parents and school districts. (J Sch Health. 1990;60(5):212-214)
Citation Details
Title: Comprehensive pediculosis screening programs for elementary schools.
Author: Ellen Rudy Clore
Publication:Journal of School Health (Refereed)
Date: May 1, 1990
Publisher: American School Health Association
Volume: v60 Issue: n5 Page: p212(3)
Distributed by Thomson Gale
From the author: Pediculosis (head lice) is a major school and community health problem with an estimated 6-12 million cases annually resulting in $367 million a year in consumer costs, lost parental wages, and school system expenses. The greatest incidence is seen in children ages 5-12; however, the incidence in the 24-36 year old group is increasing due to their exposure to infested children. Developing comprehensive pediculosis screening programs in elementary schools provides an effective method for preventing epidemics from occurring by accomplishing early detection. These programs also promote primary health care and education among elementary schoolchildren, school officials, educators, and parents. An effective program includes screening the entire school three times a year: mid-September, December, and near spring vacation, and enforcing a "No Nit" policy. Establishing a successful approach to control pediculosis results in decreased incidence and transmission, reduced absenteeism, and financial savings for parents and school districts. (J Sch Health. 1990;60(5):212-214)
Citation Details
Title: Comprehensive pediculosis screening programs for elementary schools.
Author: Ellen Rudy Clore
Publication:Journal of School Health (Refereed)
Date: May 1, 1990
Publisher: American School Health Association
Volume: v60 Issue: n5 Page: p212(3)
Distributed by Thomson Gale
