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Headfirst Lice Lessons. A Guide on How to Lose the Lice.

Welcome to the Headfirst! Lose the Lice Guide, a quick resource on handling head lice. Whether you're in the trenches now (dealing with a case of head lice) or looking to get educated to be prepared for a future infestation, this is the guide for you.

Guide Index. Time to Get Rid of the Little Buggers.

It's important to know what you're looking for when you suspect a case of head lice, especially since they can spread quickly if not diagnosed and treated right away.

Symptoms usually take four to six weeks to develop after an initial infestation. In some first-time cases, symptoms may not develop at all. If you suspect a case of head lice, there are common symptoms that you can check for before contacting your healthcare provider.

What do head lice look like?

At any point, one to three percent of children in elementary school may have head lice. During an outbreak, the percentage of children may be as high as 25 percent.

When you suspect a head lice infestation, it's important to talk to a healthcare provider to confirm a diagnosis and help determine the right solution for you and your family. When paired with expert information, treatments for head lice are generally safe and effective.

Head lice can only live for a day or two off a person's head, so there is no need to spend a lot of time, effort or money on cleaning. But there are basic precautions you can take to ensure that your home is lice-free.

List of Qs to ask your healthcare provider: What treatment is best for my family?, How effective is the treatment?, How long will the treatment take?, Do I need to nit comb when using this treatment?, Are there any safety risks I should know about this treatment?, What will this treatment cost?, Have you recently seen families experience treatment-resistant head lice?, What should I do if this treatment doesn't work the first time?

Inspect your child's hair and scalp, Call your healthcare provider – talk to your healthcare provider to confirm diagnosis and discuss treatment options (consider safety, effectiveness, ease of use and cost), Tell your school (utilize your school nurse as a resource), Follow treatment directions closely, Check all household members, Take precautions, Clean your home and Move on!

Headfirst Lice Lessons. A Guide on How to Lose the Lice.

Headfirst Lice Lessons Lose The Lice Guide

Headfirst Lice Lessons Lose the Lice Guide is a quick resource on how to find and treat head lice. Whether you're dealing with a case of head lice now or looking to get educated to prep for a future infestation, this is the guide for you.