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Lice

Lice are parasitic insects that live in human hair. Usually more irritating than dangerous, these little critters can be a chore to get rid of (and prevent in the first place). The resources in this Web guide can help you accomplish both of those goals.

What is Lice?

Learn the telltale signs and symptoms of a lice infestation using the online resources recommended ... read more »

Treatment and Prevention of Lice

The Web sites in this section offer information on the prevention and treatment of a lice infestation.

Dulcinea's Insight

  • Two medicated shampoos that can help with a lice problem are Nix and RID. Product Web sites such as these often have treatment-related information and FAQ sections on lice.
  • A new form of “super lice” affecting school children has created problems for adults trying to get rid of them. See findingDulcinea’s article, “‘Super Lice’ Plaguing Some Schools,” to learn more.

Dulcinea's Picks

For treatment and prevention …
The American Academy of Pediatrics explains how to check for head lice, how to conduct a nitpicking session and how to prevent a problem from spreading.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention answers some frequently asked questions about treating head lice, such as whether mayonnaise is an effective home remedy.
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Mayo Clinic offers suggestions about when to seek medical care for a head lice, body lice or pubic lice infestation, and discusses treatments and prevention tips.
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For kids …
KidsHealth features an article for kids about the causes, treatment and prevention of head lice.
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