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Head Lice Cases on the Rise Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic

By valLice, Lice Facts, Myths & Education

As if we didn’t have enough to worry about with the novel coronavirus, head lice are still lingering and causing panic in homes. According to this article, lice cases are on the rise amid the pandemic, probably because family members are having to quarantine together in close quarters. As annoying…

August 6, 2020

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How Do I Know if My Child Has Super Lice?

By valLice, Lice Prevention, Lice Symptoms & Detection

Super lice, or drug-resistant lice, have genetically mutated to become resistant to the active ingredients in many traditional head lice treatments. These lice do not look any different than regular lice, so you won’t know you are dealing with them until the treatments fail. Even though you might be hearing…

July 31, 2020

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How Does My Hair Helpers Differ from Other Head Lice Removal Services?

By valLice, Lice Facts, Myths & Education, Lice Treatment

If you suspect that your child has head lice, the next step is to have them checked by a head lice expert. This way, they can verify the severity of the infestation and determine the best course of treatment. My Hair Helpers makes it easy to treat lice and stay…

July 24, 2020

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5 Common Mistakes with Head Lice Treatments

By valLice, Lice Treatment

It’s easy to make mistakes with head lice. Why? The main reason is because there is a lot of misinformation out there about identifying, treating and preventing head lice. In this post, we’re going to cover five common mistakes that people make when dealing with head lice. After reading this,…

July 16, 2020

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Summer Plans? Here’s How to Protect Your Family from Head Lice

By valLice, Lice Prevention

You might have a vacation planned, but head lice never take a break. They’re always active and looking for new hosts to enjoy. The number one way that lice spread is through head-to-head contact, which there is plenty of when you go on vacation. Between sitting on cramped planes to…

July 10, 2020

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If One Person Has Lice in My Family, Should I Treat Everyone?

By valLice, Lice in Schools, Camps & Group Settings, Lice Prevention, Lice Treatment

When one person in your household has lice, it’s tempting to treat everyone. After all, lice are contagious and can spread to others in the home. Isn’t the safest bet to treat everyone and prevent a larger outbreak? Not so fast. If you discover that your child has lice, you’ll…

June 30, 2020

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Can I Get Rid of Lice Overnight?

By valLice, Lice Prevention, Lice Treatment

Treatment is always recommended for active lice infestations. These stubborn pests do not go away on their own, so the first step is to choose a treatment product that you feel good about. Once you apply the treatment, your child can return to school, daycare or camp the following day….

June 29, 2020

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Are You Still Contagious After Lice Treatment?

By valLice, Lice Facts, Myths & Education, Lice Treatment

Head lice are a common problem among kids. Even though they don’t transmit disease, they are still very contagious and tough to get rid of. The bites can also make a child’s scalp itchy and irritated, which can interfere with their sleep or concentration at school. If you’ve recently learned…

June 24, 2020

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I’m Worried about My Child Getting Lice at Summer Camp. How Can I Prevent This?

By valLice, Lice in Schools, Camps & Group Settings

If summer camp is on the agenda for your kids this summer, you’re probably looking forward to the memories they’ll make and the stories they’ll tell. But, one story you don’t want them to come home with is having a case of head lice. Not only is this a huge…

June 22, 2020

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