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head lice

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head lice - infestation of the scalp with lice

pediculosis capitis

lousiness, pediculosis - infestation with lice (Pediculus humanus) resulting in severe itching

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genus Pediculus
head louse
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Pediculus capitis
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350) explained how research was being done to find a way to get rid of head lice without the use of harsh chemicals.

Slick trick by Eaton. Larry / Science News

As the mother of two boys who more than once brought head lice home from school, I'd like to suggest a nontoxic approach: the application of hot water and hot air.

Those itchy bugs by Horn, Susan / Mothering

For example, head lice live only in the hairs of the human head; body lice have adapted to live in clothing.

Of lice and men by New York Times Upfront

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