“Head lice is not a reason for a child to miss school.” The CDC has actually recommended against sending kids home for lice for more than 10 years.

It is commonly known that close contact with other children is the main cause of head lice, and there is apparently one habit that children do nowadays that increases that close contact.

WITH kids heading back to school this week, experts are urging parents to be aware of the heightened risk of head lice. Last year, figures released by NHS England showed there was an increase… ...

"Head lice is not considered a communicable disease, because lice do not carry disease," said the Director of Community Wellness, in Kent County, Mich.

Just reading the word might make your head crawl. You can kill lice with shampoos but it helps to know why they often survive ...

These so-called super lice, fortified with increased resistance to traditional treatments, are proving a challenge for those seeking to rid themselves of the persistent pests.

Here is everything you need to know about head lice, including rules about sending children to school and the best ways to get rid of lice ...

If you've ever experienced head lice, you know how uncomfortable they can be. These tiny, parasitic insects can also be unsettling and tough to get rid of. "An infestation might feel like tickling ...

Professional delousers in NYC and the surrounding areas say they have seen an unfortunate uptick in lice outbreaks. Here's what health professionals say are the best treatments.