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Top 5 Head Lice Products to Have at Home

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Even though head lice carry a stigma, they are actually very common and have probably happened to many people you know! It’s estimated that between 6 and 12 million infestations occur each year, and they are most common among school-aged children. It’s just a myth that head lice like dirty…

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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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Can Bald People Get Head Lice?

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Can bald people get head lice? This is a common question that we hear from clients, and they’re often surprised by our response. Yes, it is possible for a bald person to get lice. However, they are extremely unlikely to have an infestation.  Why is this the case?  Head lice…

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Will Head Lice Eventually Die Off?

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Have you noticed your child scratching their head lately? Are they complaining of an itchy, irritated scalp? It’s possible that head lice are to blame.  If this is your first time with head lice, you’re probably unsure of what steps to take next. Do you call your pediatrician? Notify the…

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Can You Get Head Lice from Staying at a Hotel?

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Nearly 40 percent of Americans are planning to travel during spring break, up from the 29 percent that said they would be traveling in 2021. Many of these people will be staying at hotels or Airbnbs. But with staffing shortages and a pandemic, you might be wondering how clean these…

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