Having lice doesn't indicate poor hygiene, despite a longstanding misconception driven by stigma, and lice don't spread other ...

There are over-the-counter treatment options. If those fail, there are prescription-only therapies or, if you have the resources, lice-removal salons or clinics.

September is National Head Lice Prevention Month, coinciding with a time of year when infestations tend to surge.

Head lice affect millions of children every year. Schoolchildren are commonly affected by head lice, which attach to hair and feed on human blood. Although head lice are a year-round problem, the ...

First of all, don’t panic. A head lice infestation can be frustrating or embarrassing, but it’s not dangerous and there are ...

Any evidence of lice was once a reason for immediate dismissal from school, not to return until the student's head was lice-free. But what are known as "no-nit" policies have been dropped in favor of ...