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5 of the Worst Ways to Treat Head Lice

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Home remedies are often a first thought when a child comes home with head lice. Unfortunately, they are rarely effective. Gratefully, you don’t have to rely on these products to kill lice. However, you do need more than the things found in your pantry to combat these stubborn parasites.  Below…

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Head Lice Cases on the Rise Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic

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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…

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How Do I Know if My Child Has Super Lice?

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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…

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5 Common Mistakes with Head Lice Treatments

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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,…

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Can I Get Rid of Lice Overnight?

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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….

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Are You Still Contagious After Lice Treatment?

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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…

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