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How Long after Treatment are Head Lice Contagious?

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Dealing with head lice infestations can be stressful, and one common concern is how long individuals remain contagious after treatment. Understanding the contagiousness of head lice post-treatment is crucial for preventing the spread of infestations and easing concerns among affected kids and adults.  Let’s dig further into the factors that…

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Why Do Head Lice Have a Stigma?

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Head lice have long been associated with stigma and misconceptions. Despite being a common occurrence – an estimated 6 to 12 million children get them each year – the mere mention of head lice often evokes feelings of embarrassment and shame. However, all this does is create more stress for…

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Unveiling Super Lice: Understanding Their Evolution and Treatment

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Head lice have long been a common nuisance, especially among school-age children. However, in recent years, a new term has emerged – “super lice.” These resilient pests have gained attention for their resistance to traditional over-the-counter treatments, posing challenges for families and schools.  Understanding what super lice are, how they…

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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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What Can a Head Lice Technician Do for You?

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Head lice are tiny insects that feed on blood from the human scalp. While head lice most commonly affect children, no one is exempt from getting them. The good news is that head lice do not carry or transmit disease – and they are curable. While it is possible to…

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Do Head Lice Prefer Certain Blood Types Over Others?

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If mosquitoes can be picky about the blood they suck, so can other pests like bed bugs and head lice, right? Perhaps you’ve noticed that mosquitoes tend to bite some people more than others. Because these pests can spread harmful diseases like Zika, dengue fever and malaria, researchers regularly study…

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How Quickly Do Head Lice Multiply?

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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…

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