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To Tell or Not to Tell: Should You Let Others Know You Have Lice?

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

When you receive confirmation that your child has lice, one of your first questions is probably, “Should I tell anyone?” Head lice still carry a stigma, and this stigma is what makes people secretive about them. They don’t want to be viewed as dirty or unkempt. However, not telling others…

January 13, 2021

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5 Places Where Your Child Can Pick Up Head Lice

By valLice, Lice Facts, Myths & Education, Lice in Schools, Camps & Group Settings

Head lice are not uncommon, but that still doesn’t make them fun to deal with. These annoying pests primarily live on the human scalp, causing 6-11 million infestations every year in children. Fortunately, lice aren’t too durable. They can’t jump, run or fly and they can only live off a…

December 29, 2020

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What Should I Do if I’ve Been Around Someone with Head Lice?

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

For many people, a case of head lice creeps up on them. They may notice that their head itches or their child tells them they feel a crawling sensation in their hair. But what happens when you know that you have been exposed to someone with lice? Maybe it was…

December 5, 2020

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Grandparents and Head Lice: Why Cases are on the Rise

By valLice, Lice Facts, Myths & Education, Lice in Schools, Camps & Group Settings

Spending time with the grandkids is every grandparent’s dream. But this time spent together can also create opportunities for germs to spread. Kids are carriers and they can spread colds and viruses to Grandma and Grandpa. And another thing they can spread – head lice! Why More Seniors are Getting…

October 30, 2020

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Head Lice and Halloween: What You Need to Know

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

Even though Halloween may look different this year due to COVID, many families are still celebrating with close friends and family. What you may be wondering is if the same risks for Halloween costumes and head lice still exist. For the record, it’s extremely unlikely that your child will catch…

October 22, 2020

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How Likely are Siblings to Get Head Lice?

By valLice, Lice in Schools, Camps & Group Settings, Lice Symptoms & Detection

Naturally, when you find out your child needs head lice removal, one of the first concerns is how to prevent the spread to siblings. Having one child with head lice is enough – you surely don’t want two or three or four of them! But how likely is it for…

September 15, 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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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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My Hair Helpers Offers Lice Screenings for Summer Camps in California

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

Many summer camps are opening up for the season, and it’s safe to say that kids (and parents!) are looking forward to it! After being home since March due to Covid, many families have struggled to balance work and family. Now that schools and summer camps are opening back up,…

June 16, 2020

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