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Head Lice: KidsHealth

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http://kidshealth.org/parent/infections/common/lice.html  External Links Disclaimer Logo

Sponsoring Agency

Nemours Foundation

Description

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 but they are contagious. This document tells parents how to identify, treat, and help prevent a child from getting lice.

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Review Date

4/25/2007

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