<![CDATA[Pediculosis capitis is an ectoparasitic infection caused by Pediculus humanus var. capitis that remains a public health issue, particularly among children and adolescents, with risk factors such as overcrowded living conditions and a lack of clean and healthy lifestyle habits. This community service activity aimed to provide education on hair and scalp health, deliver proper management, and increase knowledge regarding prevention and control among children at the As-Shohwah Orphanage. The methods used included health education, case identification, evaluation via Pre-test and Post-test, and the application of cajuput oil (minyak kayu putih) hair spray as an anti-lice agent. Educational media in the form of PowerPoint presentations were also utilized to convey information effectively. The results showed that Pediculosis capitis was identified in 47.6% of the children. Head lice eradication took approximately 15 minutes by applying the cajuput oil hair spray directly to the infested hair. Appropriate management was successfully implemented, and participants' knowledge improved significantly following the intervention, as indicated by an increase in Post-test scores. In conclusion, the combination of educational and practical activities successfully enhanced knowledge and contributed to the prevention and control of Pediculosis capitis among children in the orphanage.]]>
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