The myth that people with tightly coiled hair can't get lice is a common misconception, according to an expert. Dermatologist Dr. Michelle Henry told Insider lice can exist on all hair types and ...

Between locating the P.E. kit, managing new term anxiety and getting to grips with the updated clubs and pick-up schedule, the first week back at school is a lot. So that almost inevitable email about ...

There are three main types of lice, each affecting different parts of the body:- Head lice: These are the most common and live on the scalp, particularly behind the ears and near the neckline. They ...

There’s a lot to stress about when getting your kids ready for back to school -- from getting them back into a routine to getting them the supplies they’ll need. The last thing you want to worry about ...

Cameron Webb and the Department of Medical Entomology, NSW Health Pathology, have been engaged by a wide range of insect repellent and insecticide manufacturers to provide testing of products and ...

Lice can be treated using specialized combs, medicated shampoos, or home remedies like oils. But there’s no single treatment that can get rid of lice right away. Lice are tiny parasites that live in ...

Krystal Ketchem, owner of Lice Perspectives in Valparaiso, with a plush louse, says itching is involved in only half of the lice cases she treats. Rash at the nape of the neck, swollen glands, a ...