Expert articles, research updates, and educational content about lice treatment, prevention, and professional best practices.
Can You Have Lice and Not Know It? Yes, you can have lice and not know it—sometimes for weeks. This is called a silent lice infestation, and it’s more common than most people realize. Early lice sympt...
How Did My Child Get Head Lice? The short answer Where do kids get lice? Lice at school: what actually happens How lice transmission works in kids Common myths that cause confusion What to do once you...
How to Break the News You Have Lice Why telling others matters Who you need to notify What to say (and what not to say) Simple scripts you can use Notifying schools, camps, and activities Common mista...
Bullying and Head Lice: What Parents Can Do Why Kids Get Bullied for Lice The Emotional Impact on Children What Parents Can Do Immediately Addressing School Bullying Related to Lice How to Talk to You...
End the Stigma Around Head Lice Why the stigma around head lice still exists The real impact of lice stigma on children and families Common myths that fuel lice stigma How language and policies can in...
How to Talk to Your Kids About Lice Why This Conversation Matters Start With Simple, Honest Facts Language That Reduces Embarrassment How to Address Lice Stigma Talking to Children by Age Common Mista...
Natural Disasters and Lice in Shelters Why lice spread after natural disasters Types of lice seen in shelters Key risk factors in emergency shelters How to prevent lice crowding issues Guidance for sh...
Do You Need to Fumigate Your Home for Lice? Short answer Why fumigation isn’t necessary Lice on furniture and household items How long lice survive off the head What you should clean instead Sprays fo...
Cleaning Hair Brushes After Lice: What Actually Works If you or your child has had head lice, cleaning hair brushes after lice exposure is essential to prevent reinfestation. Brushes and combs can tem...
Laundry After Lice Treatment: What to Wash, What to Skip, and Why What to Do With Laundry After Lice Treatment What Laundry Actually Needs Washing What Temperature Kills Lice Drying Clothes: The Step...
How to Clean Your House After Lice What Actually Matters After Lice Do You Need to Deep Clean? Step-by-Step Cleaning After Lice Lice Cleaning Checklist Common Cleaning Mistakes FAQ References If someo...
Head Lice Prevention Month Ideas That Actually Reduce Outbreaks Head Lice Prevention Month happens every September and is designed to help schools, families, and communities reduce lice outbreaks thro...
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