Head Lice
How Long Do Lice Live
Despite their small size, head lice cause problems for people all over the globe. Even if you’ve never had head lice, you probably know someone that has. The CDC estimates that there are somewhere between 6 and 12 million cases of lice each year among citizens ages 3-11 here in the United States alone. If…
Read MoreLong-Term Effects Of Untreated Head Lice
Lice are pesky creatures that can quickly infest your hair, home, or body. Treating any type of lice, head lice specifically, requires consistency and determination. For decades, the general population has taken a relatively lax approach to treating lice. Many people think they’re harmless creatures, but serious consequences can occur if left untreated. But what…
Read MoreCan You Get Lice From Sleeping In The Same Bed?
The last thing you want to worry about as you’re sleeping is whether or not you’re sharing a bed with a swarm of lice. Instead of having nightmares about itching your head for days, you should be dreaming about more pleasant things. Keep reading to learn about where lice like to hang out in the…
Read MoreWhat Are Different Head Lice Screening Options?
Head lice are highly durable, persistent little parasites that live in the hair and scalp of humans and animals. They reproduce rapidly and can easily spread to other unsuspecting members of a household or classroom, and can be very difficult to get rid of. For these reasons, it is highly recommended you get checked and…
Read MoreCan Pets Get Head Lice?
Anyone who has experienced head lice can testify to the fact that it is a tremendously unpleasant experience that nobody should have to go through. Unfortunately, with 6 million to over 12 million reported cases per year, head lice are here to stay for the time being. The good news is that we have effective…
Read MoreHow To Check For Lice
Feeling itchy but you aren’t sure what’s causing it? It could be lice! These common pests cause problems for millions of families around the U.S. Every year. Head lice do not discriminate and travel quickly around households and through schools, so it is vital that you and your family know how to check yourselves for…
Read MoreWhat Are Your Options For Lice Treatment?
Despite their small size, head lice cause a huge problem for people all over the globe. With over 6 million head lice infestations occuring in the U.S. every year, it’s likely that you or someone you know will encounter head lice at least once in their lifetime. If you or a family member is facing…
Read MoreWhy Natural Remedies For Lice Removal Don’t Work
Dealing with head lice can be very stressful, especially if the person with head lice is your child. It is very common for children attending school to come into contact with head lice and bring it home with them, and it is just as common for parents to explore, or invent, a home remedy to…
Read MoreBest Hairstyles To Avoid Lice
Head lice love to travel to new places and find new heads where they can feed and lay eggs, and they almost always spread through head-to-head contact. When people get close to each other to hug, take photos, or even share a pillow next to each other, this gives the lice an opportunity to crawl…
Read MoreDangers of Untreated Lice
Procrastination is a problem for many people. Whether it is putting off the dishes or waiting until the last second to get the repair you need for your car, almost everyone can agree that waiting too long to solve a problem usually leads to more problems. Dealing with head lice is much the same. Though…
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