Head Lice

Head lice are small insects and are most common among school-aged children. They’re passed along by sharing infested clothing, like hats, or by using infested items, like combs.

Head lice is a serious public health problem. Between 6 and 12 million Americans are infested each year, according to the CDC. And experts say the bugs are becoming increasingly resistant to current treatments.

Learn more about the treatment used to control lice.

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