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human body lousetyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louseand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brillafter the initial infection.
Where Is Louse
Lousemountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygienewho wear the same clopeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who arehomeless or living in poverty represent high ricases of louseof eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have beenreported but are rare.
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Lifestages of the Human Body Louse.
Top: The
louse are small, about the size of a
thread knot, cream colored and usually
found attached in clusters along the
seems of clothing and bedding material.
Bottom: Adults of the human body louse,
the primary vector of
prowazekii
Photo: John T. Crissey, MD
human body lousetyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louseand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brillafter the initial infection.
Where Is Louse
Lousemountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygienewho wear the same clopeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who arehomeless or living in poverty represent high ricases of louseof eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have beenreported but are rare.
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Lifestages of the Human Body Louse.
Top: The
louse are small, about the size of a
thread knot, cream colored and usually
found attached in clusters along the
seems of clothing and bedding material.
Bottom: Adults of the human body louse,
the primary vector of
prowazekii
Photo: John T. Crissey, MD
human body lousetyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louseand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brillafter the initial infection.
Where Is Louse
Louse-borne typhus has a worldmountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygienewho wear the same clopeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who arehomeless or living in poverty represent high ricases of louseof eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have beenreported but are rare.
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Lifestages of the Human Body Louse.
Top: The
louse are small, about the size of a
thread knot, cream colored and usually
found attached in clusters along the
seems of clothing and bedding material.
Bottom: Adults of the human body louse,
the primary vector of
prowazekii
Photo: John T. Crissey, MD
human body lousetyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louseand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brillafter the initial infection.
Where Is Louse
borne typhus has a worldmountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygienewho wear the same clopeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who arehomeless or living in poverty represent high ricases of louseof eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have beenreported but are rare.
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Lifestages of the Human Body Louse.
Top: The eggs or nits of the human body
louse are small, about the size of a
thread knot, cream colored and usually
found attached in clusters along the
seems of clothing and bedding material.
Bottom: Adults of the human body louse,
the primary vector of
prowazekii.
Photo: John T. Crissey, MD
human body lousetyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louseand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brillafter the initial infection.
Where Is Louse
borne typhus has a worldmountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygienewho wear the same clopeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who arehomeless or living in poverty represent high ricases of louse-borne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areasof eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have beenreported but are rare.
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Lifestages of the Human Body Louse.
eggs or nits of the human body
louse are small, about the size of a
thread knot, cream colored and usually
found attached in clusters along the
seems of clothing and bedding material.
Bottom: Adults of the human body louse,
the primary vector of
Photo: John T. Crissey, MD
Photo: University of Florida
human body louse, Pediculus humanus corporistyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louseand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brillafter the initial infection.
Where Is Louse-Borne Typhus Found?
borne typhus has a worldmountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygienewho wear the same clopeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who arehomeless or living in poverty represent high ri
borne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areasof eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have beenreported but are rare.
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Lifestages of the Human Body Louse.
eggs or nits of the human body
louse are small, about the size of a
thread knot, cream colored and usually
found attached in clusters along the
seems of clothing and bedding material.
Bottom: Adults of the human body louse,
the primary vector of Rickettsia
Photo: John T. Crissey, MD
Photo: University of Florida
, Pediculus humanus corporistyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louseand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brillafter the initial infection.
Borne Typhus Found?
borne typhus has a worldmountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygienewho wear the same clopeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who arehomeless or living in poverty represent high ri
borne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areasof eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have beenreported but are rare.
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Lifestages of the Human Body Louse.
eggs or nits of the human body
louse are small, about the size of a
thread knot, cream colored and usually
found attached in clusters along the
seems of clothing and bedding material.
Bottom: Adults of the human body louse,
Rickettsia
Photo: John T. Crissey, MD
Photo: University of Florida
, Pediculus humanus corporistyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louseand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brillafter the initial infection.
Borne Typhus Found?
borne typhus has a worldmountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygienewho wear the same clothing continuously. Situations where large numbers ofpeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who arehomeless or living in poverty represent high ri
borne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areasof eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have been
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Lifestages of the Human Body Louse.
eggs or nits of the human body
louse are small, about the size of a
thread knot, cream colored and usually
found attached in clusters along the
seems of clothing and bedding material.
Bottom: Adults of the human body louse,
Rickettsia
Photo: John T. Crissey, MD
Photo: University of Florida
, Pediculus humanus corporistyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louseand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill
Borne Typhus Found?
borne typhus has a worldmountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygiene
thing continuously. Situations where large numbers ofpeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who arehomeless or living in poverty represent high ri
borne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areasof eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have been
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Lifestages of the Human Body Louse.
eggs or nits of the human body
louse are small, about the size of a
thread knot, cream colored and usually
found attached in clusters along the
seems of clothing and bedding material.
Bottom: Adults of the human body louse,
Rickettsia
Photo: University of Florida
, Pediculus humanus corporistyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louseand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill
Borne Typhus Found?
borne typhus has a world-wide distribution but is endemic to the cooler,mountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygiene
thing continuously. Situations where large numbers ofpeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who arehomeless or living in poverty represent high ri
borne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areasof eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have been
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Lifestages of the Human Body Louse.
eggs or nits of the human body
louse are small, about the size of a
thread knot, cream colored and usually
found attached in clusters along the
seems of clothing and bedding material.
Bottom: Adults of the human body louse,
Photo: University of Florida
y Public Health Center (Provisional), Entomological Sciences Program
COM 410
LouseRickettsia prowazekii
, Pediculus humanus corporistyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louseand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill
Borne Typhus Found?
wide distribution but is endemic to the cooler,mountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygiene
thing continuously. Situations where large numbers ofpeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who arehomeless or living in poverty represent high ri
borne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areasof eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have been
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Lifestages of the Human Body Louse.
eggs or nits of the human body
thread knot, cream colored and usually
seems of clothing and bedding material.
Bottom: Adults of the human body louse,
Photo: University of Florida
blic Health Center (Provisional), Entomological Sciences Program
COM 410
LouseRickettsia prowazekii
, Pediculus humanus corporistyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louseand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill
Borne Typhus Found?
wide distribution but is endemic to the cooler,mountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygiene
thing continuously. Situations where large numbers ofpeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who arehomeless or living in poverty represent high ri
borne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areasof eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have been
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Arm lic Health Center (Provisional), Entomological Sciences Program
COM 410-436
Louse-borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogenRickettsia prowazekii
, Pediculus humanus corporistyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louseand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill
Borne Typhus Found?
wide distribution but is endemic to the cooler,mountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygiene
thing continuously. Situations where large numbers ofpeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who arehomeless or living in poverty represent high ri
borne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areasof eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have been
How Is Louse
The most common method of transmission of louseof human body lice. Unlike other rickettsialinfective bacteria. Body lice become infected withhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact orthrough an infestedcrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
Human body lice are insectsBody lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,around 1/8 incadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
What Is the Life Cycle of the Human Body Louse?
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
blood of their hu
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Army P alth Center (Provisional), Entomological Sciences Program
436-Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogenRickettsia prowazekii
, Pediculus humanus corporistyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louseand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill
wide distribution but is endemic to the cooler,mountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygiene
thing continuously. Situations where large numbers ofpeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who arehomeless or living in poverty represent high risk situations. Several thousand
borne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areasof eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have been
How Is Louse
The most common method of transmission of louseof human body lice. Unlike other rickettsialinfective bacteria. Body lice become infected withhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact orthrough an infestedcrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
Human body lice are insectsBody lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,around 1/8 incadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
What Is the Life Cycle of the Human Body Louse?
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
blood of their hu
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Army Public Center (Provisional), Entomological Sciences Program5158 Blackhawk Road, APG, MD 21010
-3613 / DSN 312Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogenRickettsia prowazekii
, Pediculus humanus corporis De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louseand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill
wide distribution but is endemic to the cooler,mountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygiene
thing continuously. Situations where large numbers ofpeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who are
sk situations. Several thousandborne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areas
of eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have been
How Is Louse
The most common method of transmission of louseof human body lice. Unlike other rickettsialinfective bacteria. Body lice become infected withhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact orthrough an infestedcrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
Human body lice are insectsBody lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,around 1/8 incadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
What Is the Life Cycle of the Human Body Louse?
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
blood of their hu
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Army Public He nter (Provisional), Entomological Sciences Program5158 Blackhawk Road, APG, MD 21010
3613 / DSN 312Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited
Louse
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogenRickettsia prowazekii
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louseand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill
wide distribution but is endemic to the cooler,mountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygiene
thing continuously. Situations where large numbers ofpeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who are
sk situations. Several thousandborne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areas
of eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have been
How Is Louse
The most common method of transmission of louseof human body lice. Unlike other rickettsialinfective bacteria. Body lice become infected withhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact orthrough an infestedcrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
Human body lice are insectsBody lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,around 1/8 incadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
What Is the Life Cycle of the Human Body Louse?
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
blood of their hu
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Army Public Health r (Provisional), Entomological Sciences Program5158 Blackhawk Road, APG, MD 21010
3613 / DSN 312Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited
Louse
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogenRickettsia prowazekii. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louseand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill
wide distribution but is endemic to the cooler,mountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygiene
thing continuously. Situations where large numbers ofpeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who are
sk situations. Several thousandborne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areas
of eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have been
How Is Louse-Borne Typhus Transmitted?
The most common method of transmission of louseof human body lice. Unlike other rickettsialinfective bacteria. Body lice become infected withhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact orthrough an infestedcrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
Human body lice are insectsBody lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,around 1/8 inch in length, golden yellow in color and have hookadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
What Is the Life Cycle of the Human Body Louse?
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
blood of their human host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
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Louse
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without mtreatment. Historically, as many as 30 million cases of louse-and Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill
wide distribution but is endemic to the cooler,mountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygiene
thing continuously. Situations where large numbers ofpeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who are
sk situations. Several thousandborne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areas
of eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have been
Borne Typhus Transmitted?
The most common method of transmission of louseof human body lice. Unlike other rickettsialinfective bacteria. Body lice become infected withhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact orthrough an infestedcrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
Human body lice are insectsBody lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
h in length, golden yellow in color and have hookadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
What Is the Life Cycle of the Human Body Louse?
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
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Louse-Borne Typhus
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
-borne typhus resulted in over 3 million deaths in areas ofand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill
wide distribution but is endemic to the cooler,mountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygiene
thing continuously. Situations where large numbers ofpeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who are
sk situations. Several thousandborne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areas
of eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have been
Borne Typhus Transmitted?
The most common method of transmission of louseof human body lice. Unlike other rickettsialinfective bacteria. Body lice become infected withhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact orthrough an infested persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
Human body lice are insectsBody lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
h in length, golden yellow in color and have hookadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
What Is the Life Cycle of the Human Body Louse?
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
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Borne Typhus
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
borne typhus resulted in over 3 million deaths in areas ofand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill
wide distribution but is endemic to the cooler,mountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygiene
thing continuously. Situations where large numbers ofpeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who are
sk situations. Several thousandborne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areas
of eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have been
Borne Typhus Transmitted?
The most common method of transmission of louseof human body lice. Unlike other rickettsialinfective bacteria. Body lice become infected withhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
Human body lice are insectsBody lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
h in length, golden yellow in color and have hookadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
What Is the Life Cycle of the Human Body Louse?
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Army Public Health Center (Provis Entomological Sciences Program5158 Blackhawk Road, APG, MD 21010
3613 / Website:Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited
Borne Typhus
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
borne typhus resulted in over 3 million deaths in areas ofand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill
wide distribution but is endemic to the cooler,mountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygiene
thing continuously. Situations where large numbers ofpeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who are
sk situations. Several thousandborne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areas
of eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have been
Borne Typhus Transmitted?
The most common method of transmission of louseof human body lice. Unlike other rickettsialinfective bacteria. Body lice become infected withhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
Human body lice are insects that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
h in length, golden yellow in color and have hookadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
What Is the Life Cycle of the Human Body Louse?
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Army Public Health Center (Provisiona mological Sciences Program5158 Blackhawk Road, APG, MD 21010
3613 / Website:Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited
Borne Typhus
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
borne typhus resulted in over 3 million deaths in areas ofand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill
wide distribution but is endemic to the cooler,mountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygiene
thing continuously. Situations where large numbers ofpeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who are
sk situations. Several thousandborne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areas
of eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have been
Borne Typhus Transmitted?
The most common method of transmission of louseof human body lice. Unlike other rickettsialinfective bacteria. Body lice become infected withhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
h in length, golden yellow in color and have hookadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
What Is the Life Cycle of the Human Body Louse?
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Army Public Health Center (Provisional), ological Sciences Program5158 Blackhawk Road, APG, MD 21010
3613 / Website:Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited
Borne Typhus
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
borne typhus resulted in over 3 million deaths in areas ofand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill
wide distribution but is endemic to the cooler,mountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygiene
thing continuously. Situations where large numbers ofpeople are crowded into unsanitary living conditions, such as those found inrefugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who are
sk situations. Several thousandborne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areas
of eastern Africa. Recent cases in the United States and Europe have been
Borne Typhus Transmitted?
The most common method of transmission of louseof human body lice. Unlike other rickettsialinfective bacteria. Body lice become infected withhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
h in length, golden yellow in color and have hookadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
What Is the Life Cycle of the Human Body Louse?
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and a
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Army Public Health Center (Provisional), Ent cal Sciences Program5158 Blackhawk Road, APG, MD 21010
3613 / Website: http://phc.amedd.army.milApproved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited
Borne Typhus
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
borne typhus resulted in over 3 million deaths in areas ofand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill
wide distribution but is endemic to the cooler,mountainous regions of Mexico, Central and South America, Africa, Asia andthe Middle East. The disease is typically found in individuals with poor hygiene
thing continuously. Situations where large numbers of
refugee camps after natural disasters or wars, and around individuals who aresk situations. Several thousand
borne typhus are reported annually from the mountainous areas
Borne Typhus Transmitted?
The most common method of transmission of louseof human body lice. Unlike other rickettsialinfective bacteria. Body lice become infected withhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
h in length, golden yellow in color and have hookadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
What Is the Life Cycle of the Human Body Louse?
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
adult. The adult female body louse can lay between 5 to 8 eggs per day, and as many as 300 eggs in her lifetime. Adult body lice can
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Army Public Health Center (Provisional), Entomo Sciences Program5158 Blackhawk Road, APG, MD 21010-
http://phc.amedd.army.milApproved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited
Borne Typhus
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
borne typhus resulted in over 3 million deaths in areas ofand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill
Borne Typhus Transmitted?
The most common method of transmission of louseof human body lice. Unlike other rickettsial diseases, humans are the primary reservoir for theinfective bacteria. Body lice become infected withhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
h in length, golden yellow in color and have hookadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
What Is the Life Cycle of the Human Body Louse?
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender a
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
s many as 300 eggs in her lifetime. Adult body lice can
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
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http://phc.amedd.army.milApproved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited
Borne Typhus
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
borne typhus resulted in over 3 million deaths in areas ofand Russia during World War I. A milder recurrence of the symptoms, known as Brill-Zinsser disease, may occur years or even decades
Borne Typhus Transmitted?
The most common method of transmission of lousediseases, humans are the primary reservoir for the
infective bacteria. Body lice become infected withhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
h in length, golden yellow in color and have hookadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
What Is the Life Cycle of the Human Body Louse?
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
feed. Body lice usually feed every 3 to 6 hours, and have a preference for the tender areas of skin found under the arms and around
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
s many as 300 eggs in her lifetime. Adult body lice can
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Distribution.
louse
endemic to the cool, mountainous regions of Mexico, Central
and
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http://phc.amedd.army.milApproved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
borne typhus resulted in over 3 million deaths in areas ofZinsser disease, may occur years or even decades
The most common method of transmission of lousediseases, humans are the primary reservoir for the
infective bacteria. Body lice become infected with R. prowazekiihuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
h in length, golden yellow in color and have hookadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
What Is the Life Cycle of the Human Body Louse?
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
reas of skin found under the arms and around
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
s many as 300 eggs in her lifetime. Adult body lice can
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Distribution.
louse-borne typhus, has a worldwide distribution but is
endemic to the cool, mountainous regions of Mexico, Central
and South America, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
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http://phc.amedd.army.milApproved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
borne typhus resulted in over 3 million deaths in areas ofZinsser disease, may occur years or even decades
The most common method of transmission of louse-borne typhus is through the infective fecesdiseases, humans are the primary reservoir for the
R. prowazekiihuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
h in length, golden yellow in color and have hookadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
What Is the Life Cycle of the Human Body Louse?
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
reas of skin found under the arms and around
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
s many as 300 eggs in her lifetime. Adult body lice can
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Distribution.
borne typhus, has a worldwide distribution but is
endemic to the cool, mountainous regions of Mexico, Central
South America, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
Army Public Health Center (Provisional), Entomological Science ram
http://phc.amedd.army.mil
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
borne typhus resulted in over 3 million deaths in areas ofZinsser disease, may occur years or even decades
borne typhus is through the infective fecesdiseases, humans are the primary reservoir for the
R. prowazekiihuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
h in length, golden yellow in color and have hookadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
What Is the Life Cycle of the Human Body Louse?
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
reas of skin found under the arms and around
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
s many as 300 eggs in her lifetime. Adult body lice can
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Distribution. Rickettsia prowazekii
borne typhus, has a worldwide distribution but is
endemic to the cool, mountainous regions of Mexico, Central
South America, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
Army Public Health Center (Provisional), Entomological Sciences P
http://phc.amedd.army.mil
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
borne typhus resulted in over 3 million deaths in areas ofZinsser disease, may occur years or even decades
borne typhus is through the infective fecesdiseases, humans are the primary reservoir for the
R. prowazekiihuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
h in length, golden yellow in color and have hookadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
reas of skin found under the arms and around
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
s many as 300 eggs in her lifetime. Adult body lice can
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Rickettsia prowazekii
borne typhus, has a worldwide distribution but is
endemic to the cool, mountainous regions of Mexico, Central
South America, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
Army Public Health Center (Provisional), Entomological Sciences ProgArmy Public Health Center, Entomological Sciences Division
http://phc.amedd.army.mil
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
borne typhus resulted in over 3 million deaths in areas ofZinsser disease, may occur years or even decades
borne typhus is through the infective fecesdiseases, humans are the primary reservoir for the
R. prowazekiihuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
What Are Human Body Lice and What Do They Look Like?
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
h in length, golden yellow in color and have hook-like claws for legs which areadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
reas of skin found under the arms and around
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
s many as 300 eggs in her lifetime. Adult body lice can
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Rickettsia prowazekii
borne typhus, has a worldwide distribution but is
endemic to the cool, mountainous regions of Mexico, Central
South America, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
borne typhus resulted in over 3 million deaths in areas ofZinsser disease, may occur years or even decades
borne typhus is through the infective fecesdiseases, humans are the primary reservoir for the
R. prowazekii when they feed on an infectedhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
like claws for legs which areadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
reas of skin found under the arms and around
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
s many as 300 eggs in her lifetime. Adult body lice can
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Rickettsia prowazekii
borne typhus, has a worldwide distribution but is
endemic to the cool, mountainous regions of Mexico, Central
South America, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
SHEET
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
borne typhus resulted in over 3 million deaths in areas ofZinsser disease, may occur years or even decades
borne typhus is through the infective fecesdiseases, humans are the primary reservoir for the
when they feed on an infectedhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come inclose contact with flying squirrels, their ectoparasites, or their nests.
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
like claws for legs which areadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
reas of skin found under the arms and around
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
s many as 300 eggs in her lifetime. Adult body lice can
live up to 30 days on a host. They will usually die within 10 days if separated from their host or unable to feed.
Rickettsia prowazekii
borne typhus, has a worldwide distribution but is
endemic to the cool, mountainous regions of Mexico, Central
South America, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
F ET
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
borne typhus resulted in over 3 million deaths in areas ofZinsser disease, may occur years or even decades
borne typhus is through the infective fecesdiseases, humans are the primary reservoir for the
when they feed on an infectedhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come in
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
like claws for legs which areadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
reas of skin found under the arms and around
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
s many as 300 eggs in her lifetime. Adult body lice can
Rickettsia prowazekii, the bacterial agent of
borne typhus, has a worldwide distribution but is
endemic to the cool, mountainous regions of Mexico, Central
South America, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
FACT
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
borne typhus resulted in over 3 million deaths in areas of eastern EuropeZinsser disease, may occur years or even decades
borne typhus is through the infective fecesdiseases, humans are the primary reservoir for the
when they feed on an infectedhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come in
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
like claws for legs which areadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fib
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
reas of skin found under the arms and around
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
s many as 300 eggs in her lifetime. Adult body lice can
, the bacterial agent of
borne typhus, has a worldwide distribution but is
endemic to the cool, mountainous regions of Mexico, Central
South America, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
FACT SHFACT SHEET 18-070-0317
borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
eastern EuropeZinsser disease, may occur years or even decades
borne typhus is through the infective fecesdiseases, humans are the primary reservoir for the
when they feed on an infectedhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come in
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
like claws for legs which areadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm inlength, cream colored and are usually found in clusters attached to clothing fibers.
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
reas of skin found under the arms and around
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturi
s many as 300 eggs in her lifetime. Adult body lice can
, the bacterial agent of
borne typhus, has a worldwide distribution but is
endemic to the cool, mountainous regions of Mexico, Central
South America, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
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borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from tword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without m
eastern EuropeZinsser disease, may occur years or even decades
borne typhus is through the infective fecesdiseases, humans are the primary reservoir for the
when they feed on an infectedhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come in
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
like claws for legs which areadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm in
ers.
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
reas of skin found under the arms and around
the waist. Body lice nymphs will shed their skin three times over the next 8 to 28 days in order to reach reproductive maturity as an
s many as 300 eggs in her lifetime. Adult body lice can
, the bacterial agent of
borne typhus, has a worldwide distribution but is
endemic to the cool, mountainous regions of Mexico, Central
South America, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
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borne typhus is a rickettsial disease in the typhus fever group caused by the bacterial pathogen. The disease is transmitted to humans mainly through the infective feces of
De Geer. The disease goes by many names including epidemic typhus, old worldtyphus, European typhus, ship fever, jail fever, camp fever, war fever and classic typhus fever. The name typhus comes from the grword “typhos”, meaning smoke, cloud or stupor arising from fever. The disease can be debilitating and lead to death without medical
eastern EuropeZinsser disease, may occur years or even decades
borne typhus is through the infective fecesdiseases, humans are the primary reservoir for the
when they feed on an infectedhuman. Body lice are usually transferred between humans either through direct contact or
persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when theycrush infected body lice or rub the infective feces into the bite site, wounds or mucousmembranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come in
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
like claws for legs which areadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm in
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
reas of skin found under the arms and around
ty as an
s many as 300 eggs in her lifetime. Adult body lice can
, the bacterial agent of
borne typhus, has a worldwide distribution but is
endemic to the cool, mountainous regions of Mexico, Central
South America, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
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persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when they
membranes of the body. The dried feces of body lice may remain infective for up to a year afterbeing deposited. In the United States, individuals can also contract the bacteria if they come in
that use piercing, sucking mouthparts to feed on human blood.Body lice are classified under the insect Order Phthiraptera, Suborder Anoplura, FamilyPediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,
like claws for legs which areadapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm in
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
man host. Body lice are often found crawling on the clothing and bedding
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
reas of skin found under the arms and around
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s many as 300 eggs in her lifetime. Adult body lice can
, the bacterial agent of
borne typhus, has a worldwide distribution but is
endemic to the cool, mountainous regions of Mexico, Central
South America, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
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Pediculidae. Body lice cannot jump and do not have wings. Adult human body lice are small,like claws for legs which are
adapted for holding tightly onto fibers and hairs. Their eggs, called “nits”, are about 1 mm in
The eggs of human body lice usually take 5 to 10 days to hatch. Cool temperatures can delay
hatching up to 30 days. The eggs hatch into nymphs which immediately begin feeding on the
material of the host. These insects only come in contact with the host’s skin when they want to
reas of skin found under the arms and around
s many as 300 eggs in her lifetime. Adult body lice can
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persons clothing or bedding material. Humans become infected when they
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What Are the Symptoms of Louse
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fithe onset of symptoms, the patient may exhibit a darkto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be50 to 70 percent in severe epidemics.
What Is Brill
BrillUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were expof the disease is similar to lousemade on the basis of a fever with unknowto louse
How Is Louse
A blood test is the primary method used for diagnosis ofpreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
How is Louse
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections arecommercially available in the United States.
What Can Be Done to Control Infestations of Huma
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atminutes. Items should theneggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
How Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removeclothing frequently. Regular bathing with asoldiers should utilize thedown, undershirt tucked intrepellents:
service members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellentshould be emphasized to reduce soldier exposure to dis
References:Armed Forces Pest Management Board.During Contingency Operations.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Available from: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/yHedges, S.A.Heymann, David L.D.C., pp. 583
What Are the Symptoms of Louse
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fithe onset of symptoms, the patient may exhibit a darkto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be50 to 70 percent in severe epidemics.
What Is Brill
Brill-Zinsser disease is a recurrent form of louseUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were expof the disease is similar to lousemade on the basis of a fever with unknowto louse
How Is Louse
A blood test is the primary method used for diagnosis ofpreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
How is Louse
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections arecommercially available in the United States.
What Can Be Done to Control Infestations of Huma
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atminutes. Items should theneggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removeclothing frequently. Regular bathing with asoldiers should utilize thedown, undershirt tucked intrepellents:
service members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellentshould be emphasized to reduce soldier exposure to dis
References:Armed Forces Pest Management Board.During Contingency Operations.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Available from: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/yHedges, S.A.Heymann, David L.D.C., pp. 583
What Are the Symptoms of Louse
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fithe onset of symptoms, the patient may exhibit a darkto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be50 to 70 percent in severe epidemics.
What Is Brill
Zinsser disease is a recurrent form of louseUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were expof the disease is similar to lousemade on the basis of a fever with unknowto louse-borne typhus.
How Is Louse
A blood test is the primary method used for diagnosis ofpreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
How is Louse
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections arecommercially available in the United States.
What Can Be Done to Control Infestations of Huma
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atminutes. Items should theneggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removeclothing frequently. Regular bathing with asoldiers should utilize thedown, undershirt tucked intrepellents:
service members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellentshould be emphasized to reduce soldier exposure to dis
References:Armed Forces Pest Management Board.During Contingency Operations.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Available from: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/yHedges, S.A.Heymann, David L.D.C., pp. 583
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spe
What Are the Symptoms of Louse
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fithe onset of symptoms, the patient may exhibit a darkto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be50 to 70 percent in severe epidemics.
What Is Brill
Zinsser disease is a recurrent form of louseUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were expof the disease is similar to lousemade on the basis of a fever with unknow
borne typhus.
How Is Louse
A blood test is the primary method used for diagnosis ofpreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
How is Louse
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections arecommercially available in the United States.
What Can Be Done to Control Infestations of Huma
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atminutes. Items should theneggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removeclothing frequently. Regular bathing with asoldiers should utilize thedown, undershirt tucked intrepellents:
service members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellentshould be emphasized to reduce soldier exposure to dis
References:Armed Forces Pest Management Board.During Contingency Operations.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Available from: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/yHedges, S.A.Heymann, David L.D.C., pp. 583
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spe
What Are the Symptoms of Louse
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fithe onset of symptoms, the patient may exhibit a darkto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be50 to 70 percent in severe epidemics.
What Is Brill-Zinsser Disease?
Zinsser disease is a recurrent form of louseUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were expof the disease is similar to lousemade on the basis of a fever with unknow
borne typhus.
How Is Louse-Borne Typhus Diagnosed?
A blood test is the primary method used for diagnosis ofpreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
How is Louse-Borne Typhus Treated?
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections arecommercially available in the United States.
What Can Be Done to Control Infestations of Huma
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atminutes. Items should theneggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removeclothing frequently. Regular bathing with asoldiers should utilize thedown, undershirt tucked int
service members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellentshould be emphasized to reduce soldier exposure to dis
References:Armed Forces Pest Management Board.During Contingency Operations.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Available from: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/yHedges, S.A. 1997. Lice,Heymann, David L.D.C., pp. 583-586.
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spe
What Are the Symptoms of Louse
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fithe onset of symptoms, the patient may exhibit a darkto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be50 to 70 percent in severe epidemics.
Zinsser Disease?
Zinsser disease is a recurrent form of louseUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were expof the disease is similar to lousemade on the basis of a fever with unknow
borne typhus.
Borne Typhus Diagnosed?
A blood test is the primary method used for diagnosis ofpreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
Borne Typhus Treated?
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections arecommercially available in the United States.
What Can Be Done to Control Infestations of Huma
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atminutes. Items should theneggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removeclothing frequently. Regular bathing with asoldiers should utilize thedown, undershirt tucked int
service members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellentshould be emphasized to reduce soldier exposure to dis
Armed Forces Pest Management Board.During Contingency Operations.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Available from: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/y
1997. Lice,Heymann, David L.
586.
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spe
What Are the Symptoms of Louse
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fithe onset of symptoms, the patient may exhibit a darkto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be50 to 70 percent in severe epidemics.
Zinsser Disease?
Zinsser disease is a recurrent form of louseUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were expof the disease is similar to lousemade on the basis of a fever with unknow
borne typhus.
Borne Typhus Diagnosed?
A blood test is the primary method used for diagnosis ofpreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
Borne Typhus Treated?
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections arecommercially available in the United States.
What Can Be Done to Control Infestations of Huma
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atminutes. Items should theneggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removeclothing frequently. Regular bathing with asoldiers should utilize thedown, undershirt tucked int
service members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellentshould be emphasized to reduce soldier exposure to dis
Armed Forces Pest Management Board.During Contingency Operations.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Available from: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/y
1997. Lice,Heymann, David L. 2004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spe
What Are the Symptoms of Louse
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fithe onset of symptoms, the patient may exhibit a darkto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be50 to 70 percent in severe epidemics.
Zinsser Disease?
Zinsser disease is a recurrent form of louseUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were expof the disease is similar to lousemade on the basis of a fever with unknow
borne typhus.
Borne Typhus Diagnosed?
A blood test is the primary method used for diagnosis ofpreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
Borne Typhus Treated?
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections arecommercially available in the United States.
What Can Be Done to Control Infestations of Huma
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atminutes. Items should theneggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removeclothing frequently. Regular bathing with asoldiers should utilize the DOD INSECT REPELLENT SYSTEMdown, undershirt tucked int
service members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellentshould be emphasized to reduce soldier exposure to dis
Armed Forces Pest Management Board.During Contingency Operations.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Available from: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/y
1997. Lice, In Mallis.2004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spe
What Are the Symptoms of Louse
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fithe onset of symptoms, the patient may exhibit a darkto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be50 to 70 percent in severe epidemics.
Zinsser Disease?
Zinsser disease is a recurrent form of louseUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were expof the disease is similar to lousemade on the basis of a fever with unknow
Borne Typhus Diagnosed?
A blood test is the primary method used for diagnosis ofpreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
Borne Typhus Treated?
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections arecommercially available in the United States.
What Can Be Done to Control Infestations of Huma
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atminutes. Items should then be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theireggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removeclothing frequently. Regular bathing with a
DOD INSECT REPELLENT SYSTEMdown, undershirt tucked into pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
service members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellentshould be emphasized to reduce soldier exposure to dis
Armed Forces Pest Management Board.During Contingency Operations.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Available from: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/y
In Mallis.2004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a speFor
What Are the Symptoms of Louse
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fithe onset of symptoms, the patient may exhibit a darkto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be50 to 70 percent in severe epidemics.
Zinsser Disease?
Zinsser disease is a recurrent form of louseUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were expof the disease is similar to louse-borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis ismade on the basis of a fever with unknow
Borne Typhus Diagnosed?
A blood test is the primary method used for diagnosis ofpreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
Borne Typhus Treated?
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections arecommercially available in the United States.
What Can Be Done to Control Infestations of Huma
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for at
be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theireggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removeclothing frequently. Regular bathing with a
DOD INSECT REPELLENT SYSTEMo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
service members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellentshould be emphasized to reduce soldier exposure to dis
Armed Forces Pest Management Board.During Contingency Operations. Available from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Available from: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/y
In Mallis.2004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a speFor more i
What Are the Symptoms of Louse-
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fithe onset of symptoms, the patient may exhibit a darkto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be50 to 70 percent in severe epidemics.
Zinsser disease is a recurrent form of louseUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were exp
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis ismade on the basis of a fever with unknow
Borne Typhus Diagnosed?
A blood test is the primary method used for diagnosis ofpreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
Borne Typhus Treated?
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections arecommercially available in the United States.
What Can Be Done to Control Infestations of Huma
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for at
be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theireggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removeclothing frequently. Regular bathing with a
DOD INSECT REPELLENT SYSTEMo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
service members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellentshould be emphasized to reduce soldier exposure to dis
Armed Forces Pest Management Board.Available from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Available from: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/y
In Mallis. Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 7312004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spemore information please consult the
-Borne Typhus?
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fithe onset of symptoms, the patient may exhibit a darkto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be50 to 70 percent in severe epidemics.
Zinsser disease is a recurrent form of louseUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were exp
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis ismade on the basis of a fever with unknow
Borne Typhus Diagnosed?
A blood test is the primary method used for diagnosis ofpreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
Borne Typhus Treated?
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections arecommercially available in the United States.
What Can Be Done to Control Infestations of Huma
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for at
be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theireggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removeclothing frequently. Regular bathing with a
DOD INSECT REPELLENT SYSTEMo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
service members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellentshould be emphasized to reduce soldier exposure to dis
Armed Forces Pest Management Board.Available from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Available from: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/y
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 7312004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spenformation please consult the
Borne Typhus?
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fithe onset of symptoms, the patient may exhibit a darkto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
Zinsser disease is a recurrent form of louseUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were exp
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis ismade on the basis of a fever with unknown origin and a history of previous exposure
Borne Typhus Diagnosed?
A blood test is the primary method used for diagnosis ofpreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
Borne Typhus Treated?
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections arecommercially available in the United States.
What Can Be Done to Control Infestations of Huma
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for at
be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theireggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removeclothing frequently. Regular bathing with antibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
DOD INSECT REPELLENT SYSTEMo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
service members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellentshould be emphasized to reduce soldier exposure to dis
Armed Forces Pest Management Board.Available from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Available from: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/y
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 7312004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spenformation please consult the
Borne Typhus?
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fithe onset of symptoms, the patient may exhibit a darkto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
Zinsser disease is a recurrent form of louseUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were exp
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis isn origin and a history of previous exposure
Borne Typhus Diagnosed?
A blood test is the primary method used for diagnosis ofpreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections arecommercially available in the United States.
What Can Be Done to Control Infestations of Huma
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for at
be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theireggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
DOD INSECT REPELLENT SYSTEMo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
service members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellentshould be emphasized to reduce soldier exposure to dis
Armed Forces Pest Management Board. Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Available from: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/yellowBookCh4
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 7312004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spenformation please consult the
Borne Typhus?
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fithe onset of symptoms, the patient may exhibit a darkto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
Zinsser disease is a recurrent form of louse-borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In theUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were exp
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis isn origin and a history of previous exposure
A blood test is the primary method used for diagnosis ofpreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections are
What Can Be Done to Control Infestations of Huma
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for at
be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theireggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
DOD INSECT REPELLENT SYSTEMo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
service members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellentshould be emphasized to reduce soldier exposure to dis
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.ellowBookCh4
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 7312004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spenformation please consult the
Borne Typhus?
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fithe onset of symptoms, the patient may exhibit a darkto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In theUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were exp
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis isn origin and a history of previous exposure
A blood test is the primary method used for diagnosis ofpreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections are
What Can Be Done to Control Infestations of Huma
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for at
be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theireggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
DOD INSECT REPELLENT SYSTEMo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
one application lasts up to 12 hours or more,
permethrin6840through 5are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board(AFPMB) for details, CM (301) 295
service members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellentshould be emphasized to reduce soldier exposure to dis
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.ellowBookCh4
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 7312004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spenformation please consult the
Borne Typhus?
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fithe onset of symptoms, the patient may exhibit a dark-red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In theUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were exp
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis isn origin and a history of previous exposure
A blood test is the primary method used for diagnosis of R. prowazekiipreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections are
What Can Be Done to Control Infestations of Human Body Lice?
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for at
be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theireggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
DOD INSECT REPELLENT SYSTEMo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
one application lasts up to 12 hours or more,
permethrin6840through 5are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board(AFPMB) for details, CM (301) 295
service members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellentshould be emphasized to reduce soldier exposure to diseases transmitted by human body lice.
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.ellowBookCh4
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 7312004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spenformation please consult the
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In theUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were exp
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis isn origin and a history of previous exposure
R. prowazekiipreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections are
n Body Lice?
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for at
be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theireggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
DOD INSECT REPELLENT SYSTEMo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
Standard military skin repellent: 33%one application lasts up to 12 hours or more,
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%permethrin6840-01through 5are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board(AFPMB) for details, CM (301) 295
Flameservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
eases transmitted by human body lice.
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.ellowBookCh4-Rickettsial.aspx Accessed March 2008
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 7312004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spenformation please consult the
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In theUnited States it is most commonly seen in those who were exposed to the
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis isn origin and a history of previous exposure
R. prowazekiipreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician ab
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections are
n Body Lice?
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for at
be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theireggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
DOD INSECT REPELLENT SYSTEMo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
Standard military skin repellent: 33%one application lasts up to 12 hours or more,
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%permethrin
01-345through 5-6are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board(AFPMB) for details, CM (301) 295
Flameservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
eases transmitted by human body lice.
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Rickettsial.aspx Accessed March 2008
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 7312004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spenformation please consult the
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In theosed to the
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis isn origin and a history of previous exposure
R. prowazekiipreventive medicine personnel or your primary care physician about getting tested.
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections are
n Body Lice?
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for at
be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theireggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
DOD INSECT REPELLENT SYSTEM. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
Standard military skin repellent: 33%one application lasts up to 12 hours or more,
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%permethrin, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
345-02376 washes,
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board(AFPMB) for details, CM (301) 295
Flame-Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
eases transmitted by human body lice.
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Rickettsial.aspx Accessed March 2008
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 7312004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spenformation please consult the APHC website
Symptoms start to appear 7 to 14 days after the initial infection with R. prowazekii40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In theosed to the
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis isn origin and a history of previous exposure
R. prowazekii. Contact yourout getting tested.
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections are
n Body Lice?
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for at
be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theireggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
ow Can I Protect Myself Against Body Lice That Transmit Louse-
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
Standard military skin repellent: 33%one application lasts up to 12 hours or more,
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
0237washes,
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board(AFPMB) for details, CM (301) 295
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
eases transmitted by human body lice.
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Rickettsial.aspx Accessed March 2008
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 7312004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a speAPHC website
R. prowazekii40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In theosed to the
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis isn origin and a history of previous exposure
. Contact yourout getting tested.
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracylinechloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections are
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for at
be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theireggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
-Borne Typhus?
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
Standard military skin repellent: 33%one application lasts up to 12 hours or more,
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
0237; or aerosol spray, 0.5%washes,
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board(AFPMB) for details, CM (301) 295
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
eases transmitted by human body lice.
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Rickettsial.aspx Accessed March 2008
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 7312004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a speAPHC website
R. prowazekii40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In theosed to the R. prowazekii
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis isn origin and a history of previous exposure
. Contact yourout getting tested.
Treatment for the disease requires supportive care and the administration ofappropriate antibiotics. Doxycycline is the drug of choice, however tetracyline,chloramphenicol and azithromycin are also effective for treating the disease.Currently, no licensed vaccines for the prevention of rickettsial infections are
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for at
be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theireggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
Borne Typhus?
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
Standard military skin repellent: 33%one application lasts up to 12 hours or more,
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
; or aerosol spray, 0.5%washes, NSN 6840
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board(AFPMB) for details, CM (301) 295
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
eases transmitted by human body lice.
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Rickettsial.aspx Accessed March 2008
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 7312004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a speAPHC website
R. prowazekii40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In theR. prowazekii
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis isn origin and a history of previous exposure
. Contact yourout getting tested.
,
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for at
be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theireggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
Borne Typhus?
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
Standard military skin repellent: 33%one application lasts up to 12 hours or more,
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
; or aerosol spray, 0.5%NSN 6840
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board(AFPMB) for details, CM (301) 295
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
eases transmitted by human body lice.
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases.Rickettsial.aspx Accessed March 2008
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 7312004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a speAPHC website - http://phc.amedd.army.mil
R. prowazekii and often include a sudden high fever (105oF or40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In theR. prowazekii
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis isn origin and a history of previous exposure
. Contact yourout getting tested.
Thoroughly laundering infested clothes and rigorous personal hygiene can controlbody lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for at
be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theireggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
Borne Typhus?
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
Standard military skin repellent: 33%one application lasts up to 12 hours or more,
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
; or aerosol spray, 0.5%NSN 6840
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board(AFPMB) for details, CM (301) 295
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
eases transmitted by human body lice.
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Division of Parasitic Diseases. Body Lice Infestation Fact Sheet. November 2004.Rickettsial.aspx Accessed March 2008
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 7312004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spehttp://phc.amedd.army.mil
and often include a sudden high fever (105oF or40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In theR. prowazekii
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis isn origin and a history of previous exposure
. Contact your
body lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atbe dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and their
eggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
Borne Typhus?
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
Standard military skin repellent: 33%one application lasts up to 12 hours or more,
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
; or aerosol spray, 0.5%NSN 6840-01
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board(AFPMB) for details, CM (301) 295
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
eases transmitted by human body lice.
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Body Lice Infestation Fact Sheet. November 2004.Rickettsial.aspx Accessed March 2008
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 7312004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spehttp://phc.amedd.army.mil
and often include a sudden high fever (105oF or40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In theR. prowazekii bacteria during World War II. The clinical course
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis is
body lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atbe dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and their
eggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
Borne Typhus?
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
Standard military skin repellent: 33%one application lasts up to 12 hours or more,
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
; or aerosol spray, 0.5%01-278
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board(AFPMB) for details, CM (301) 295-7476].
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
eases transmitted by human body lice.
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Body Lice Infestation Fact Sheet. November 2004.Rickettsial.aspx Accessed March 2008
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 7312004 Control of Communicable Diseases Manual, 18th ed. American Public Health Association, Washington
Signs of Disease.
dark
initial infection. The rash may begin around the trunk
and shoulders and spread to the other parts of the
body. The above pictures
on both light and dark skin.
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spehttp://phc.amedd.army.mil
and often include a sudden high fever (105oF or40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In thebacteria during World War II. The clinical course
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis is
body lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atbe dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and their
eggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
Standard military skin repellent: 33%one application lasts up to 12 hours or more,
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
; or aerosol spray, 0.5%278-1336
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board7476].
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
eases transmitted by human body lice.
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Body Lice Infestation Fact Sheet. November 2004.Rickettsial.aspx Accessed March 2008
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 731Public Health Association, Washington
Photo: David Walker
Signs of Disease.
dark-red rash of elevated spots several days after the
initial infection. The rash may begin around the trunk
and shoulders and spread to the other parts of the
body. The above pictures
on both light and dark skin.
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spehttp://phc.amedd.army.mil
and often include a sudden high fever (105oF or40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In thebacteria during World War II. The clinical course
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis is
body lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atbe dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and their
eggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
Standard military skin repellent: 33% DEETone application lasts up to 12 hours or more,
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
; or aerosol spray, 0.5% permethrin1336
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board7476].
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
eases transmitted by human body lice.
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Body Lice Infestation Fact Sheet. November 2004.Rickettsial.aspx Accessed March 2008
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 731Public Health Association, Washington
Photo: David Walker
Signs of Disease.
red rash of elevated spots several days after the
initial infection. The rash may begin around the trunk
and shoulders and spread to the other parts of the
body. The above pictures
on both light and dark skin.
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spehttp://phc.amedd.army.mil
and often include a sudden high fever (105oF or40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In thebacteria during World War II. The clinical course
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis is
body lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atbe dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and their
eggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
DEETone application lasts up to 12 hours or more, NSN 6840
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
permethrin1336. Factory permethrin
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Body Lice Infestation Fact Sheet. November 2004.Rickettsial.aspx Accessed March 2008
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 731Public Health Association, Washington
Photo: David Walker
Signs of Disease.
red rash of elevated spots several days after the
initial infection. The rash may begin around the trunk
and shoulders and spread to the other parts of the
body. The above pictures
on both light and dark skin.
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spehttp://phc.amedd.army.mil
and often include a sudden high fever (105oF or40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disedrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In thebacteria during World War II. The clinical course
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis is
body lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atbe dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and their
eggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
DEET lotion, longNSN 6840
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
permethrin. Factory permethrin
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Body Lice Infestation Fact Sheet. November 2004.
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 731Public Health Association, Washington
Photo: David Walker
Signs of Disease.
red rash of elevated spots several days after the
initial infection. The rash may begin around the trunk
and shoulders and spread to the other parts of the
body. The above pictures
on both light and dark skin.
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spehttp://phc.amedd.army.mil
and often include a sudden high fever (105oF or40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadto the rest of the body except for the face, palms of the hands and soles of the feet. The course of the disease is rapid and the feverdrops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In thebacteria during World War II. The clinical course
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis is
body lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atbe dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and their
eggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
lotion, longNSN 6840
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
permethrin. Factory permethrin
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Body Lice Infestation Fact Sheet. November 2004.
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 731Public Health Association, Washington
Photo: David Walker
Signs of Disease. Louse
red rash of elevated spots several days after the
initial infection. The rash may begin around the trunk
and shoulders and spread to the other parts of the
body. The above pictures
on both light and dark skin.
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spe
and often include a sudden high fever (105oF or40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadase is rapid and the fever
drops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In thebacteria during World War II. The clinical course
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis is
body lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atbe dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and their
eggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
lotion, longNSN 6840-01
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
permethrin, one application lasts. Factory permethrin
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of LouseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Body Lice Infestation Fact Sheet. November 2004.
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 731Public Health Association, Washington
Louse-borne typhus produces a
red rash of elevated spots several days after the
initial infection. The rash may begin around the trunk
and shoulders and spread to the other parts of the
body. The above pictures show what the rash looks like
on both light and dark skin.
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a spe
and often include a sudden high fever (105oF or40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadase is rapid and the fever
drops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In thebacteria during World War II. The clinical course
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis is
body lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atbe dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and their
eggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
lotion, long-acting formulation,01-284
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
, one application lasts. Factory permethrin
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
Technical Guide No. 9 Delousing Procedures for the Control of Louse-Borne DiseaseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Body Lice Infestation Fact Sheet. November 2004.
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 731Public Health Association, Washington
borne typhus produces a
red rash of elevated spots several days after the
initial infection. The rash may begin around the trunk
and shoulders and spread to the other parts of the
show what the rash looks like
Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a specific product.
and often include a sudden high fever (105oF or40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to fi
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadase is rapid and the fever
drops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In thebacteria during World War II. The clinical course
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis is
body lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atbe dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and their
eggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
acting formulation,284-3982
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
, one application lasts. Factory permethrin
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
Borne DiseaseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Body Lice Infestation Fact Sheet. November 2004.
Handbook of Pest Control, 8th ed. Franzak & Foster Co., Cleveland, Ohio, pp. 731-Public Health Association, Washington
borne typhus produces a
red rash of elevated spots several days after the
initial infection. The rash may begin around the trunk
and shoulders and spread to the other parts of the
show what the rash looks like
cific product.
and often include a sudden high fever (105oF or40oC), severe headaches, chills, photophobia, confusion, vomiting, pain and stiffness in the muscles and joints. Four to five days after
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadase is rapid and the fever
drops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In thebacteria during World War II. The clinical course
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis is
body lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for atbe dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and their
eggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, removentibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
acting formulation,3982
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
, one application lasts. Factory permethrin-treated uniforms
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
Borne DiseaseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Body Lice Infestation Fact Sheet. November 2004.
-745.Public Health Association, Washington
borne typhus produces a
red rash of elevated spots several days after the
initial infection. The rash may begin around the trunk
and shoulders and spread to the other parts of the
show what the rash looks like
cific product.
and often include a sudden high fever (105oF orve days after
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadase is rapid and the fever
drops after about 12 to 14 days, followed by rapid recovery or death. Mortality without medical treatment varies, but may be as high as
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In thebacteria during World War II. The clinical course
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis is
body lice infestations. Wash infested clothing, bedding and personal items separately in hot water, 130o F or hotter, for at least 15be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and their
eggs are killed. Infested individuals should also take long, hot soapy showers to remove any remaining lice and to prevent re-
Avoid sharing clothing or bedding materials. Periodically check your clothing for lice and their eggs. When practical, remove and washntibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
acting formulation,3982.
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
, one application laststreated uniforms
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent
Borne DiseaseAvailable from: http://www.afpmb.org/pubs/tims/TG6/TG6.pdf [Accessed February 2008]
Body Lice Infestation Fact Sheet. November 2004.
745.Public Health Association, Washington
borne typhus produces a
red rash of elevated spots several days after the
initial infection. The rash may begin around the trunk
and shoulders and spread to the other parts of the
show what the rash looks like
cific product.
and often include a sudden high fever (105oF orve days after
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadase is rapid and the fever
as high as
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In thebacteria during World War II. The clinical course
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis is
least 15be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and their
-infestation.
and washntibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
acting formulation,
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes),
, one application laststreated uniforms
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated byservice members with the standard military clothing repellent (permethrin). Use of other elements of the DOD Insect Repellent System
Borne Disease
Body Lice Infestation Fact Sheet. November 2004.
Public Health Association, Washington
Photo: CDC
borne typhus produces a
red rash of elevated spots several days after the
initial infection. The rash may begin around the trunk
and shoulders and spread to the other parts of the
show what the rash looks like
and often include a sudden high fever (105oF orve days after
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spreadase is rapid and the fever
as high as
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In thebacteria during World War II. The clinical course
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis is
least 15be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and their
infestation.
and washntibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolledo pants, pant cuffs tucked into boots), this system includes the concurrent use of both skin and clothing
acting formulation,
Standard military clothing repellents: either IDA (impregnation kit), 40%, one application lasts the life of the uniform (approx. 50 washes), NSN
, one application laststreated uniforms
are also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated bySystem
Borne Disease
Body Lice Infestation Fact Sheet. November 2004.
Public Health Association, Washington
Photo: CDC
borne typhus produces a
red rash of elevated spots several days after the
initial infection. The rash may begin around the trunk
and shoulders and spread to the other parts of the
show what the rash looks like
ve days afterred rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spread
ase is rapid and the feveras high as
borne typhus occurring many years or even decades after the initial infection. In thebacteria during World War II. The clinical course
borne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis is
be dried in a clothes dryer on the “high heat” cycle, for at least 20 minutes to insure that body lice and theirinfestation.
and washntibacterial soaps can prevent bacterial infections. For optimum protection against body lice,
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolled
acting formulation,
NSN
treated uniformsare also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board
Resistant Army Combat Uniforms (FR ACU’s) cannot be treated bySystem
Body Lice Infestation Fact Sheet. November 2004.
Photo: CDC
borne typhus produces a
red rash of elevated spots several days after the
initial infection. The rash may begin around the trunk
show what the rash looks like
red rash of elevated spots around the waist and shoulders. The rash may spread
bacteria during World War II. The clinical courseborne typhus but is often milder and recovery is much faster. The skin rash is rarely seen. Diagnosis is
infestation.
. In addition to the proper wear of the military field uniform (sleeves rolled
NSN
treated uniformsare also available via contract [Contact the Armed Forces Pest Management Board
show what the rash looks like