Thanks to a genetic mutation, super lice are resistant to the treatments you can buy over the counter. But they can still be killed by prescription medicines. Here's how to find out if they are ...

There's also prescription treatments in terms of lice. But those are normally last resort, and often these days are not necessary. More often what's necessary is to do a re-treatment seven to 10 ...

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

LICE ARE NOW RESISTANT TO SOME OF THE MOST COMMONLY USED TREATMENTS. THAT’S WHY EXPERTS SAY WET COMBING IS THE MOST RELIABLE OPTION. AND TOPICAL IVERMECTIN, OR PRESCRIPTION SPINOSAD CAN WORK ...

If a person has used medication correctly and the lice remains, they should ask a doctor about prescription strength treatments. Do not use a second OTC medication if the first has failed.

This number might surprise you. Every year, an estimated 6 million to 12 million children get head lice. Consumer Reports has ...

Medically reviewed by Brendan Camp, MD When your scalp is itchy and white flakes are visible in your hair, you may wonder ...

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.