Ectoparasitic infestations
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Parasites - NT.GOV.AU
Scabies, strongyloidiasis, naegleria fowleri, malaria, head lice, parasites in the Northern Territory.
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Scabies self-care - MyDr.com.au
Scabies (body lice) is caused by a mite (Sarcoptes scabiei), which triggers an allergic reaction and intense itching. Find out what products are available for scabies.
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Pubic Lice and Genital Scabies - Sexual Health Victoria
Sexual Health Victoria (formally Family Planning Victoria) focuses on reproductive and sexual health care, education and advocacy. Our vision is to improve ever
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Head lice
Head lice is common among school-age children. Find out more about the causes, symptoms and prevention of head lice with a step-by-step guide to removing lice.
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Head lice
Head lice are tiny insect parasites that live on your head and feed on your scalp (the skin covering your head).
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Treatment - Head lice
There are two main treatment options to remove head lice: mechanical removal and chemical removal. Head lice are only found on the human head or hair. Treating anything other than the human head does not eradicate head lice.
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Head lice and nits in children | Raising Children Network
Kids often get head lice (also called nits), especially at child care, preschool and school. This guide explains head lice treatment, causes and symptoms.
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Head lice (nits) - Better Health Channel
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ACD A-Z of Skin - Pediculosis
Pediculosis is the medical term for an infection or infestation with lice which are blood feeding parasites.
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Surgery - How do I prepare my child for planned surgery | Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
Pre surgery wash Your child needs to be bathed either the night before or on the day of surgery, to reduce the chance of infection
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Head Lice: What They Are and How to Get Rid of Them | Ausmed
Head lice are small wingless biting insects. They live and breed in human hair and feed on blood from the scalp. An adult louse can range from a whitish-brown to reddish-brown colour and is about two to four millimetres in length.
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Reducing Cellulitis Hospitalisation Rates | Ausmed
Cellulitis is an infection of the subcutaneous tissue and skin, leading to inflammation and other systemic symptoms. It occurs when bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus enter the body and spread to the subcutaneous tissue, generally through a break in the skin caused by inflammation or damage.
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Infectious Diseases: Breaking the Chain | Ausmed
With the global COVID-19 pandemic having a severe impact on all aspects of society and the health of people worldwide, it is now more important than ever to update your knowledge on the spread and containment of infectious diseases, and what you can do to help break the chain of infection.
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