Lice Combs: The Real Heroes
With head lice, it’s always a struggle for most parents to find a treatment that sticks, and actually works. Children that go to school are prone to getting lice, and it pays off to have a plan of action at the
Head Lice Infestations—Are There Any Risk Factors?
Lice—even the word alone is enough to send tremors of disgust down your spine. These tiny parasites can wreak havoc in your life, acting as an unpleasant inconvenience. Treating head lice is particularly tricky, what with their tendency to escape detection
Problems We’ve All Encountered During Our Childhood
Ah, childhood. Some of our best memories are of our shenanigans when we were kids. From playing innocent and blaming the cat when we broke mom’s previous vase, to answering for our friends during class attendance. And now, as parents, watching
Knot Your Average Problem: Dealing with Lice During Winters
In a world of 7 billion people, what are our odds of contracting head lice? But when you receive a note saying that your child has head lice, thousands of questions come to your mind. They all begin with how, when,
What Are Lice? Where Do They Come From?
We are always told that lice are ‘caught’ or ‘transferred’ but if everyone is catching lice, where did they originally come from? Lice or Pediculus humanus capitis (its medical name) are highly contagious, insect parasites that feed on human blood. They
Prevent Your Kid From Getting Lice This Winter
Winter is the time for head-lice breakouts. After the holidays are over, your children will be heading back to school which gives lice an opportunity to spread. Here’s how you can prevent your kid from getting lice this winter. 1.Tell your
How Long Have I Had Head Lice?
How can you not know that you have lice? The answer to this question is simple. Many people who visit our lice treatment center Hollywood have little idea regarding extent of their head lice infestation. Sure, all the symptoms exist: the scratching,
FAQ: Can The Common Head Louse Fly?
Is that a bird? Is that a plane? Is that Superman? No, folks. It’s neither of those, but pediculus humanus capitis or the incredibly common head louse! C’est impossible…when did lice mutate and gain the ability of flying? The answer may
3 Ways to Get Over Post-Lice Nightmares
The biggest nightmare parents have doesn’t involve the coffee pot being empty in the morning (although this is a close one) but a horrible case of lice infestation. L.I.C.E – the only 4 letter word that strikes dread and fear to
4 New Year’s Resolutions for Healthier Hair
Hair doesn’t make the woman but good hair certainly does! Beautiful and healthy doesn’t just happen magically. A lot of work and products go into making hair good enough to be immortalized in a picture. There are a lot of commandments
