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Awareness and Knowledge of Scabies and Ringworm among Parents of School-age Children in Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria: Implications for Prevention of Superficial Skin Infestations

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Abstract

There is a suboptimal level of awareness and knowledge of two of the most common superficial skin infestations among parents of primary school children in the study setting. There is a need to redouble our effort at sensitization of parents toward improved awareness of these common infestations.

Research topics

  • Dermatological diseases and infestations
  • Nail Diseases and Treatments

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DOI: 10.4103/aam.aam_82_23

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