Pediculus humanus capitis is an obligate ectoparasite that lives on human hair and feeds on the blood from the skin. Pediculosis is a world-wide public health concern affecting persons of all ages and socioeconomic backgrounds. Prevalence of head louse infestation is increasing because of the impact of insecticide resistence.

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Laura Loru
2013

Abstract

Pediculus humanus capitis is an obligate ectoparasite that lives on human hair and feeds on the blood from the skin. Pediculosis is a world-wide public health concern affecting persons of all ages and socioeconomic backgrounds. Prevalence of head louse infestation is increasing because of the impact of insecticide resistence.
2013
Istituto di Ricerca sugli Ecosistemi Terrestri - IRET
9788897787051
Pediculidae
Human lice
Pediculus humanus
Ectoparasite
Hematophagy
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