SpyNits founder Kate Ricketts says she's heard of parents resorting to drastic measures to get rid of nits, including kerosene, fly spray and flea treatment.

Medically reviewed by Brendan Camp, MD When your scalp is itchy and white flakes are visible in your hair, you may wonder whether you have lice or dandruff. Their symptoms can overlap, making it hard ...

They help check for head lice and provide treatment and education ... But Ricketts believed this was a severe under-representation of the actual number of people dealing with lice.

Lice, particularly among kids, can often be quite common. These critters are extremely infectious and can easily pass from one individual to another. Though there are a plethora of lice remedies ...

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"Regularly washing pet bedding, toys, and food dishes, along with vacuuming carpets and upholstery, can help remove any lingering parasite eggs and reduce the risk of an infestation, as well as limit ...

Residents and former staff of three shelters operated by Bay Cove Human Services in Cambridge alleged — in a public meeting, interviews, and more than 500 pages of public records obtained by The ...

It will also depend on how severe the condition is. Lice are treatable. Treatment will include applying a medicated cream rinse or shampoo to your child’s hair. Many head lice medicines are available ...

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