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Head Lice

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Head lice are primarily spread through direct head to head contact, although sharing personal items may play a role in their spread between children. This fact sheet discusses symptoms and diagnosis ... Details >

National Center for Infectious Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Head Lice: KidsHealth  External Link

Lice are a very common problem, especially for kids ages 3 years to 12 years. A wingless parasitic insect that feeds on extremely small amounts of blood drawn from the scalp, lice aren't dangerous bu... Details >

Nemours Foundation  External Link

Healthy Swimming - CDC

Every year, millions of people visit “recreational water” sites, such as swimming pools, water parks, hot tubs, lakes, rivers, or the ocean. This Web site provides information for swimmers, pool opera... Details >

National Center for Infectious Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Preventing Malaria in Infants and Children

Written especially for parents who are taking small children abroad, this fact sheet provides information about the drugs your doctor would prescribe to protect your children from malaria infection.... Details >

National Center for Infectious Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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