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We’ve Opened a New Location in Pasadena CA!

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My Hair Helpers is excited to announce that we have a NEW location that has recently opened in Pasadena CA.  This new salon will provide the same services as our other salons in a comfortable and family friendly environment.  So what happens when you schedule an appointment at our Pasadena…

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Tips for Keeping Your Child Lice Free at Summer Camp

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With summer approaching, many children are already looking forward to attending summer camp. While summer camp presents an excellent opportunity for your child to make new friends, have fun and stay busy, it can also come with some unwanted guests: head lice.  Head lice infestations are a common problem at…

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Top 5 Things You Need for a Head Lice Check

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Checking your child for head lice is one of the best things you can do to prevent a full infestation that spreads to other members in the home. By checking your child’s head, you can identify the signs of lice early on. An individual louse can be removed with a…

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You Don’t Have to Bring Home Lice from Summer Camp

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Is your child attending camp this summer? Summer camp is a great opportunity for kids to come together and have fun while learning lifelong lessons. But because it does bring kids close together, head lice are a concern. According to a survey by the University of Michigan, 60 percent of…

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Who Should I Contact if My Child Has Head Lice?

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When your child has a confirmed case of head lice, what is the next step? Who do you tell? Is there a place to contact? After all, head lice are highly contagious and can spread quickly from person to person. However, because head lice do not carry bacteria, do not…

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Handling Head Lice in the Workplace

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When we hear about head lice, we generally assume that it affects children and not adults. While it’s true that children are more prone to head lice because their heads are close together when they play or do schoolwork, they aren’t the only ones who are at risk. Adults, too,…

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How Contagious are Head Lice, Really?

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Everyone knows that lice are contagious, but exactly how contagious are they? If your child is near another child with lice, are they guaranteed to get it? If one sibling has lice, will their brothers and sisters get it, too?  To understand how contagious lice are at a given point…

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How to Prevent the Spread of Lice at Slumber Parties

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Sleepovers, slumber parties, pajama parties. No matter what you call them, your child will probably ask for one (or dozens) before they get to high school. Even though they make long nights for parents, sleepovers are actually quite beneficial for kids. They get to try new experiences, build independence and…

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