Head Lice Facts

• Head lice are a nuisance. When untreated, 1 louse can leave 5-10 nits behind. Picking those nits is essential in preventing an epidemic nightmare!!!
• Lice tend to gravitate to warm areas: around the base of the neck and behind the ears.
• Lice crawl very quickly but do not fly.
• Nits that are within ½ inch of the scalp may hatch later.
• Nits do not comb or brush out easily.
• Head lice are not a sign of uncleanliness. Head lice love clean hair.

Treatment Info

• Lice treatments should only be used on persons who have lice.
• Treatment kills lice but not all of the nits.
• Lice may not die immediately. Chemical treatments work for 7-10 days after use.
• You will not get al the nits out in one picking. After treatment this needs to be a daily occurance.
• For 7-10 days do not use hair dryers, hair conditioners, vinegar rinses and avoid chlorinated swimming pools.
• Make head lice checks a weekly part of your child's hygiene routine.