This initial collection or research references, reports and resources has been started by the International School Health Network from a previous Canadian project. Visitors to and members of this wiki-based web site are welcome to add references (using the Easy Edit" tool found at the top of the page or commenting on the collection by using the "thread" tool found at the bottom of the page. (All previous versions of this page are automatically saved by the system, so don't hesitate to edit this page. Eventually, when time and resources permit, this initial collection will be formatted in accordance with the outline for bibliographies/ toolboxes relating to health,safety and social development issues used in this knowledge exchange program.

This page lists references related to the prevention of parasites such as head lice and worms.

Impact of the School Environment

Effectiveness, Costs, and Benefits of Interventions

World Health Organization. Strengthening Interventions to Reduce Helminth Infections. (Report)

Comprehensive Models that Integrate Diseases and Risks and Coordinate Interventions

Lister-Sharp D, Chapman S, Stewart-Brown S, Sowden A. 1999. Health promoting schools and health promotion in schools: Two systematic reviews. Health Technology Assessment. 3(22). (Review)

World Health Organization. Strengthening Interventions to Reduce Helminth Infections. (Report)

Policy Interventions Instructional Interventions

World Health Organization. Strengthening Interventions to Reduce Helminth Infections. (Report)

Health Services Interventions

Role of Public Health Inspectors and Universal Preventions World Health Organization. The Physical School Environment. An Essential Component of a Health-Promoting School. (Report)

Social Support Interventions


Physical Environment Interventions