Head lice are parasitic insects that burrow to the root of people’s hair and suck the blood from their scalps. While many parents have to treat their children, knowing how to find and remove ...

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 ...

Whether you use low-level pesticides, a battery-powered comb or a shower cap full of mayonnaise to kill head lice, you don’t need to pull your kids from school if the little critters invade ...

Specialty shampoos: One of the most common types of treatments is a specialty lice shampoo. These shampoos may use either natural or pesticide-based ingredients and are safe for most people.

Saltwater will also kill lice, so if you live near an ocean, a swim would help. Shampoos, saltwater, heat, vacuuming purge lice SF Gate Logo Hearst Newspapers Logo ...

Head lice have unfortunately become a part of raising children today. Knowing how to identify and safely remove them as early as possible can minimize irritation to the scalp.

So what can a parent do, other than nit pick by hand? Step 1: Begin with over-the-counter medication. If your child contracts lice, over-the-counter topical treatments such shampoos containing ...

Centers for Disease Control and PreventionHere's what head lice look like. As if dealing with your child's head lice isn't enough. Now, you have to worry the medicated shampoo used to treat the ...

In 25 states, lice now show resistance to pyrethroids, the pesticides commonly used in over-the-counter lice shampoos. “From what our clients tell us, ...

Maybe just the mention of lice makes your head crawl. But here's a chance to be prepared in case it hits your family. Be prepared: Win bottles of new non-toxic lice shampoo, treatment ...