Dear Assumption Families,
As everyone returns to school, we want to remind you of the importance of checking your child for head lice. It’s not a fun topic, but head lice can happen.
Head lice are common among school-aged children, affecting about 6-12 million children each year in the United States. Any time children come together, head lice cases commonly increase. But did you know, head lice are more likely to spread between children during sleepovers, play dates, and family gatherings than at school?
Treatment and Control
- If your child gets head lice, over-the-counter products and products prescribed by a healthcare provider are available for treatment.
- Learn more: CDC Treatment of Head Lice
- Combing hair to remove nits is also an important way to get rid of head lice.
- Learn more: CDPH How-To Guide for Nit Combing
- Teach your child not to share personal items like combs, hats, hoodies, or hair ties and not to touch or rub heads with other children during play and other activities.
Head lice can be distressing for both parents/caregivers and children, but head lice do not spread diseases, and they aren’t a sign of poor hygiene. Consistently checking your child for head lice can help you find and control a head lice issue before it becomes a bigger problem.
Local Treatment Locations
- Lice Clinic Castro Valley: Click Here
- NitPixies Oakland: Click Here
- Lice Clinic Fremont: Click Here