Tips for a Lice Free Halloween
Halloween can be a fun and exciting time, but head lice can easily ruin an exciting time. The fun and spookiness of Halloween can lead to the easy spread of head lice infestations. People gathering and kids playing close together are the perfect mix for head lice. We’ve put together some tips for you to…
Read MoreWhat to Do if There is a Lice Outbreak at Your School
School has been back in session for a while now and along with it head lice outbreaks. Head lice return to school just like your children every year and can wreak havoc on your children’s classroom. If there is a lice outbreak at your school, there is plenty you can do to prevent an infestation.…
Read MoreCan You Get Head Lice if You’re Bald?
No hair should mean no head lice right? Head lice are extremely small, only 2-3 mm. Lice lay their eggs at the base of the hair follicle as close to the scalp as possible. The adult lice spend their time hanging out feeding off the scalp. Without hair, you would think no head lice…
Read MoreCan Lice Spread in Swimming Pools?
Summer is in full swing and that means lots of family fun days in the pool. Gathering with friends and family to cool off from the summer heat can be just what is needed. But when head lice infestations begin to spread, is swimming worth the risk? Can lice spread in swimming pools? Does…
Read MoreSummer Head Lice Prevention
Summer is here, and we can’t wait to get outside and enjoy the weather. Most assume head lice only spike during the school season, but the truth is head lice enjoy all times of year. Sports, summer camps, and weather make the summer a perfect time for head lice to thrive. We’ve put together a…
Read MoreSigns Your Child May Have Head Lice!
Lice are a significant problem that affect many people, and it’s quite common in young school-age children. Removing lice on your own is quite a tedious and time-consuming task, which can be very annoying and daunting for most people. So, in such cases, you can visit any of our Lice-Free Clinics in the bay area…
Read MoreCan I go Swimming after Lice Treatment?
After a lice infestation, people are eager to get back to their normal lives and favorite activities. In the summer heat, one of the most commonly asked questions we see is: “Can I go swimming after a lice treatment?” After endless irritation and itching it can be tempting to dip your hair under the water…
Read MoreCan You Dye Your Hair After Lice Treatment?
When you’re faced with a head lice infestation, it tends to disrupt any and all plans you had. Furthermore, after all the irritation caused by the infestation, it is common to have the desire to pamper your scalp and feel fresh by dying your hair. In addition, many people assume that hair dye could provide…
Read MoreDear Ghost of Head Lice Christmas Future
We’ve all heard or seen the story of three Christmas ghosts that visit on Christmas Eve. They get a wayward soul to turn around their life and bring the joy of Christmas back. The ghost’s of Christmas past and present show them their mistakes and wrong doings. Then the ghost of future arrives to show…
Read MoreYour Head Lice Terms Guide
Head lice are pesky critters, they cause panic in even the calmest people. Getting rid of them can be a confusing and stressful time. Learning the terms related to head lice and treating them can help make things less confusing. We’ve put together a short glossary of popular head lice terms. With these terms you…
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