head louse
Parasitic insect that lives in human hair (see louse).
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head louseParasitic insect that lives in human hair (see louse). How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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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. 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. For example, head lice live only in the hairs of the human head; body lice have adapted to live in clothing. |
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