Unexpectedly, a typical day was marred by an odd incident involving a bus load of people. As they drove peacefully along, one astute passenger noticed something strange on the driver’s clothing. He was horrified to see that the driver’s neck and ears were covered in hundreds of insects!
Primo Onipa, the driver, was shocked by what he saw. He quickly took out his phone and recorded the entire event on camera. Out of disgust and outrage, he posted the video on Facebook and referred to the insects as lice. He wanted to draw attention to the situation and hold the bus driver accountable for his unclean actions.
Primo said the bus driver didn’t appear to have changed his clothing or taken a shower in over a year, and he smelled awful. In the shocking photos, the motorist seemed oblivious to the infection, behaving as if these little parasites were a typical aspect of his life.
Online users quickly responded negatively to the video as it quickly became viral on social media. Many expressed the opinion that a man in possession of lice shouldn’t be in charge of making sure bus passengers are safe and secure.
But just what are lice exactly? These tiny insects live on the scalp and feed on blood. During their feast, they inject saliva into the skin, which is why we all hate the itch that is so incredibly annoying.
The lice have a brownish-gray color and resemble sesame seeds in size. The female louse secretes a substance, usually near the base, around 3-5 millimeters from the scalp, to ensure that the eggs stick to the hair. They often reside in the neck and behind the ears, where initially there may not be any irritation. However, scratching might lead to further infections.
Lice are little and sly, so it might be challenging to locate them. However, if you’re very determined, you can “catch” them by covering the affected area with adhesive tape. These annoying insects have the potential to seriously harm a person’s self-esteem and self-perception.
Contrary to popular belief, lice are not an indication of poverty or poor personal cleanliness. No matter how clean they are, they can affect everyone. The main problem is that they are very contagious and can transfer a wide range of illnesses from person to person.
All we can do is imagine the dread and agony this incident caused the driver and the passengers. Although the original video has sadly been taken down, maybe the message may still be seen by everybody. It serves as a reminder to prioritize keeping oneself clean and safe at work and practicing proper personal hygiene.
