Publications
Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR)
- Sexually transmitted diseases treatment guidelines, 2006 (August 4, 2006 / 55(RR11);1-94)
Other Sources
- American Academy of Pediatrics. Pediculosis capitis, Pediculosis corporis, Pediculosis pubis. In: Pickering LK, Baker CJ, Long SS, eds. Red Book: 2009 Report of the Committee on Infectious Diseases. 28th ed. Elk Grove Village, IL: American Academy of Pediatrics; 2009:495-499.
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