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2. Head lice infestation - Wikipedia

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   Head lice infestation, also known as pediculosis capitis, is the infection of the head hair and scalp by the head louse (Pediculus humanus capitis). [6] Itching from lice bites is common. [5] During a person's first infection, the itch may not develop for up to six weeks. [5] If a person is infected again, symptoms may begin much more quickly. [5]

3. Treatment of human lice - Wikipedia

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   Resistance of head lice to insecticides such as lindane, malathion, phenothrin and permethrin has been reported. [9] [10] [11] A 2021 systematic review and meta-analysis found that the mean frequency of pyrethroid resistance of lice was 77% globally, and even 100% in several countries (Australia, England, Israel, and Turkey). [12]

4. Police: Massachusetts girl dies during head lice treatment

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   SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (AP) - Massachusetts police are investigating the death of an 18-month old child who suffocated, apparently because of a home remedy for head lice involving mayonnaise and a ...

5. BBB Reveals America's Most Complained-About Businesses - AOL

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   Complaints lodged with the BBB fell about 7%, to 927,000. In practical terms, those numbers suggest that more Americans are being smart about their shopping, looking into businesses' reputations ...

6. Typhus - Wikipedia

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   To avoid lice you should stay away from highly populated areas. Also, make sure to regularly clean yourself and your clothing to help kill lice. This also goes for things like bedding and towels. Make sure to not share any fabric items with anyone who has lice or typhus. Lastly, treat clothing with permethrin because it helps kill lice. [3]

7. Eight ways to repel insects without bug spray - AOL

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   1 pint distilled white vinegar. 1 pint water. 25 drops of tea tree oil. ... The animal gets pressed against your skin and it bites or stings you. The venom can range from mild to intense ...

8. Ivermectin - Wikipedia

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   Ivermectin is an antiparasitic drug. [7] After its discovery in 1975, [8] its first uses were in veterinary medicine to prevent and treat heartworm and acariasis. [9] Approved for human use in 1987, [10] it is used to treat infestations including head lice, scabies, river blindness (onchocerciasis), strongyloidiasis, trichuriasis, ascariasis and lymphatic filariasis.

9. 6 home remedies for itchy mosquito bites - AOL

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   Lemon or Lime: Rub this on your bite. The citric acid has itch-relieving properties. Oatmeal: Mix finely ground oats with water to make a paste, then apply it to the bite and allow the mixture to dry.