Lice are now resistant to some of the most commonly used treatments, so the experts say wet combing is the most reliable ...

If you've got kids, you may have battled lice. Every year, an estimated six to 12 million children get head lice.

As a result, scabs may form on the skin, and in extreme cases ... regularly checking a child's head, particularly around the ears and nape of the neck, where lice and nits are most commonly ...

Head lice infestations have exploded globally ... the rest of the family likely will be too. Symptoms include extreme itchiness of the scalp, a crawling sensation across the scalp and sores ...

Discover how lice affect millions of children annually and learn the best methods for diagnosis and treatment. Expert insights on managing lice and school absences.

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 ...

Every year, an estimated six to 12 million children get head lice. It’s something everyone dreads but Consumer Reports has some helpful advice if you think your child’s been exposed.

iSpyNits founder Kate Ricketts estimates about 300,000 children at any one time in New Zealand have lice. Photo / Getty Images Some parents have been so overwhelmed by the costs of head lice ...