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African Americans are less likely than others to get head lice but definitely aren’t immune. Clearing up the myth is the first step toward prevention and treatment. By Brian Vines When I was in ...

INDIANAPOLIS (CONSUMER REPORTS) — The number might surprise you, every year, an estimated six to 12 million children get head ... you see lice, you might be surprised at the next step: Skip ...

If so, they might be super lice, and it's time to step up the fight. Call your doctor and get a prescription. If they're gone, don't celebrate just yet. Recheck your child's hair every few days ...

Head lice affect more than 100 million people worldwide annually. Permethrin (1% formulation) is efficacious but resistance is emerging. Malathion (0.5% formulation) is an alternative, but ...