Posts Tagged ‘lice treatment’
What Parents Need to Know: AAP’s Updated Policy on Head Lice in Public Schools
If you’re a parent of a school-aged child, chances are you’ve dealt with—or feared—a lice letter coming home. But did you know that the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has updated its guidance on how schools handle head lice? That’s right—students with head lice are no longer required to be sent home from public school,…
Read MorePreventing Head Lice in School
How to Prevent Head Lice During the School Year: Practical Tips for Parents As kids head back to school, many parents worry about the return of an unwelcome visitor: head lice. These tiny pests are a common concern during the academic year, especially for families with young children. But with the right knowledge and preventive…
Read MoreHow Head Lice Spread (And How They Don’t)
If your child comes home with head lice, it’s natural to feel a mix of concern, frustration, and confusion. One of the first questions most parents ask is: “How did this happen?” Understanding how head lice are (and aren’t) spread is the key to stopping an infestation—and avoiding unnecessary panic. At Lice Care Associates in…
Read MoreDoes Mayonnaise Kill Head Lice? Here’s Why It Doesn’t Work
If you’ve been up at 2 a.m. frantically Googling “how to kill lice fast,” chances are you’ve come across one of the most persistent lice myths: using mayonnaise to smother lice. While slathering mayo on your child’s scalp might sound like a quick, natural remedy, it simply doesn’t work—and worse, it can delay effective treatment.…
Read MoreWhy You’re Still Itchy After Lice: It’s Normal (and Totally Human)
You’ve finally made it through a lice infestation—treatment done, nits gone, comb retired. But wait…why does your scalp still itch? Don’t worry—you’re not being reinfested. Post-lice itching is completely normal, and there’s a good explanation behind it. At Lice Care Associates Danvers, we get this question all the time, and we’re here to break it…
Read MoreWhat to expect at a professional lice removal appointment
Your Step-by-Step Guide from the Experts at Lice Care Associates Danvers Discovering that your child—or even yourself—has head lice can be overwhelming. From the stress of home treatments to the fear of spreading it to others, it’s a situation no one wants to face alone. That’s where professional lice removal services come in. If you’re…
Read MoreHow to Prevent Lice When Traveling
✈️🌍 Traveling Soon? Here’s the Truth About Lice & Travel 🌍✈️ Good news: Just because you’re traveling doesn’t mean you’re more likely to get lice! 🙌 💡 Lice don’t spread through hotel pillows, airplane seats, or luggage.They can’t jump or live long without a human scalp. That means you won’t pick them up from the…
Read MoreTop 5 signs your child has head lice
How to Catch It Early and Where to Get Expert Help in Massachusetts Head lice are every parent’s worst back-to-school or camp season nightmare. These tiny pests are incredibly contagious and can spread quickly in schools, sports teams, and group settings. The earlier you spot the signs of head lice, the easier it is to…
Read MoreProfessional services vs Nix and Rid
Why Professional Lice Removal Services Are More Effective Than DIY KitsDiscover why families in Boston and North Shore trust Lice Care Associates Danvers Dealing with a head lice infestation can be frustrating, time-consuming, and emotionally exhausting. Many parents’ first instinct is to reach for over-the-counter (OTC) lice treatment kits, hoping for a quick fix. However,…
Read MoreHow do I clean my home when I have lice?
How to Clean Your Home After Head Lice — Without Losing Your Mind Lice Cleaning Tips from Lice Care Associates Danvers If you’ve just discovered a lice infestation in your household, your first instinct might be to start bagging up pillows, washing everything in sight, and considering whether to burn the couch. Take a breath—you…
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