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Head lice are small, parasitic insects that live on the human scalp. While they are not fully dangerous and don’t spread disease, they can truly be a nuisance. Most people know that head lice are contagious, but there are still some misconceptions about how they are spread and how contagious they are.  Here are some … Read more

Curly locks can be quite the crowning glory for plenty of people. While curly locks can be beautiful, they can also be a bit of a hassle to deal with, especially when it comes to head lice. Head lice are quite a common problem for people with curly hair.  While they are not all too … Read more

Head lice are tiny insects that live on the human head and feed on human blood. As a parent, you know that head lice are a constant worry. These small insects can cause a lot of misery for your child and you. It can be a common problem for children who share close quarters, such … Read more

If you find out your child has head lice, it’s easy to get upset. The idea of small parasites in your child’s hair can lead to panic and hasty decisions. However, you may be less stressed if you knew that head lice are not known to transmit diseases, and the only major health issue they … Read more

You may be wondering if head lice live on pillows. Since head lice must feed on the scalp of a host to thrive, they cannot dwell on pillows or linens. Lice can only live for 48 hours after dropping off a host scalp.  While lice can spread from one person to another’s head if they … Read more

Lice are small insects that grow up to 1/2 inch in length Most people recognize head lice by their size or by seeing one or two already embedded in someone’s hair. However, they can be identified from another perspective too! Their color is not very uniform. Usually only some of them are darkly pigmented, while … Read more

Head lice are a usual problem affecting children and anyone who spends time around them, such as family members. This pest can latch onto anyone’s head, whether the hair is clean or dirty. Head lice have been found worldwide and anyone can get it even how clean or dirty a place or person is. Although … Read more

Head lice can cause high levels of anxiety. Many myths surround how lice are spread, including the idea that lice can spontaneously generate from clothing, bedding, or personal items. However, most infestations are caused by simple head-to-head contact. Lice do not necessarily spread diseases during a normal infestation. Millions of children and adults infested by … Read more

There is no scientific evidence that bleach or hair dye can kill lice. However, evidence suggests they might work. However, they are unable to eradicate lice eggs, or nits. Most likely, other lice-removal methods will be more successful. Lice are small parasitic insects that feed off human hair. They are the most common insect vector … Read more

Head Lice or nits are small insects that feed mainly on blood. They can be found in human hair, at the base of the scalp and loose strands of hair. These tiny pests cause a great deal of discomfort in humans and dogs. While head lice are extremely common, there is still some debate about … Read more