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Can Head Lice Live in Facial Hair?

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When you feel itching in your beard, your mind might automatically dart to, “I have beard lice!” But before you assume this, it’s important to know that having lice in your beard is extremely rare. While it is possible, this is not something that we see regularly.  Because facial hair…

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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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Do Head Lice Like Curly Hair?

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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…

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5 Tips to Avoid Head Lice While Traveling

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With summer just around the corner, many families are starting to plan their vacations. Whether you plan on relaxing by the beach, visiting extended family or sightseeing, you will be in public places where you can pick up head lice. Fortunately, your chances are relatively low, but it’s still important…

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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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What Scents Repel Head Lice?

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One of the best ways to get a handle on head lice is by not getting them in the first place. While prevention strategies only go so far – if you have hair, there’s always a risk for head lice – they can significantly reduce your chances for getting infected….

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Why Do People Associate Head Lice with Being Dirty?

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There are some common myths and misconceptions that people firmly believe to be true, even though they’re not. For example, lightning CAN strike in the same place twice. We don’t have five senses, we have NINE. And head lice like clean hair just as much as they like dirty hair. …

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