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Why Head Lice Love Halloween (and How to Keep Them Away)

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

Here at My Hair Helpers, we see head lice all the time—nothing new for us! While these tiny pests can be itchy and annoying, they’re definitely not a reason to panic. What matters most is staying informed, especially during seasons when lice tend to be more active. Believe it or…

October 15, 2025

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Dos and Don’ts for Dealing with Head Lice in Your Home

By valLice, Lice at Home, Lice Facts, Myths & Education, Lice Prevention

If your child returns from school, daycare or summer camp with head lice, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. But, it’s important to know that head lice is a common problem with many effective treatments. According to the CDC, as many as 6-12 million people in the world get lice every…

April 15, 2025

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How to Prevent Head Lice During Spring Break

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

As spring break approaches, families and students alike are gearing up for a well-deserved vacation. Whether it’s a tropical getaway, a family visit or a camping trip, spring break is a time for relaxation and fun. However, it’s also a time when head lice can become a concern, especially for…

March 15, 2025

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Do Freezing Temps Kill Head Lice?

By valLice, Lice Prevention, Lice Treatment

The concern about head lice often peaks during colder months when families are bundled up in winter gear and spending more time in close quarters. A common question that arises is whether freezing temperatures can effectively kill head lice. After all, cold temperatures kill off other pests – or at…

November 15, 2024

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Managing head lice in little girl with curly black hair

Do Head Lice Like Curly Hair?

By valLice, Lice Facts, Myths & Education, Lice Prevention, Lice Symptoms & Detection

If you have curly hair, you might be wondering if you can still catch head lice. The answer: Yes, you can. All hair types can get head lice and no type of hair is immune to them. What makes head lice in curly hair more difficult is that nit combing…

September 30, 2024

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How Quickly Do Head Lice Multiply?

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

Head lice are a common problem that typically affect school-aged children. It doesn’t matter if the hair is clean or dirty – head lice will take any viable host. They grab onto the hair and climb up to the scalp, where they’re able to stay warm and feed on human…

September 20, 2024

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Two girls walking with backpacks at school

How to Keep Head Lice Away at the Start of the School Year

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

One of the places where head lice spreads the most is school. It’s not because schools are dirty, and it’s not because some kids have poor hygiene. It’s because there are many kids in a small space, and they have many opportunities to be in close contact with each other. …

August 15, 2024

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Kids spending time at summer camp and staying lice free

Why Your Summer Camp Should Screen for Head Lice

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

For many families, camp is a staple of the summer experience. Parents send their kids to camp to stay busy, learn new skills, make new friends and create lifelong memories. And while camp certainly checks off all of these boxes, it also brings a lot of kids together, which presents…

July 24, 2024

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Selfies and Head Lice: Navigating the Unexpected Consequences of Our Digital Habits

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

In the age of social media, selfies have become a ubiquitous part of our digital lives. From capturing moments with friends to documenting travels, selfies are a fun and immediate way to share our experiences with the world. However, an unexpected guest has been making headlines as a potential side…

May 15, 2024

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