Hubungan Higiene Pribadi dengan Kejadian Pediculosis Capitis pada Pelajar SD Negeri 067773 Kecamatan Medan Marelan Tahun 2024

Abstract

Background: Pediculosis capitis, also known as head lice, is an infection that is categorized as a neglected disease, and is still commonly found throughout the world, especially in developing and poor countries. Aim of this research is to determine the relationship between personal hygiene and the incidence of Pediculosis capitis in students at SD Negeri 067773, Medan Marelan District in 2024. Method: This research uses cross-sectional observational analytical research on 161 students at SD Negeri 06773, Medan Marelan District. Data collection was carried out by interview using a questionnaire and taking samples of Pediculus capitis. Analysis of the relationship between personal hygiene and pediculosis capitis using the chi-square test. Results and Discussion: The prevalence of Pediculosis capitis was 14.3%. Personal hygiene was poor at 13%, good at 65.8% and very good at 21.1% by using chi square test, it was found that the p value was <0.001. Conclusion: There is a relationship between personal hygiene and the incidence of pediculosis capitis at SD Negeri 067773 Medan Marelan District in year 2024.