Lice Aren't Nice!
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How to Prevent Head Lice
Perform weekly head checks to look for lice and nits (lice eggs). Lice and nits are very small, so use a bright light and/or a magnifying glass when checking for them. Outdoor light is best.
- Avoid sharing personal items such as hats, coats, brushes, combs, hair accessories (barrettes or scrunchies), and pillows.
- If your child is scratching his/her head more than usual, this is a warning sign. Check for lice and nits.
- Keep long hair in a braid or ponytail.
- Everyone in your home needs to take part in head checks as a part of their weekly personal hygiene routine.
- Encourage your school, child care, youth groups and PTAs to have lice prevention and treatment training every year.
The Lice Aren't Nice Community Coalition (LANCC) does not endorse or promote any of the products mentioned. Details are provided for your information only! The information in this summary was gathered by the Lice Aren't Nice Community Coalition (LANCC) and was reviewed by the Snohomish Health District. The Lice Aren't Nice Community Coalition (LANCC) does not assume responsibility for the outcome of your treatment. January 2006.
References:
Washington State Department of Health - Lice Aren't Nice Community Coalition of Snohomish County (LANCC) - Publications - January 2006 - www.doh.wa.gov
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