Fine combing of wet hair is far more effective than current over the counter chemical treatments for eliminating head lice, shows research published online by the BMJ today. Head lice are parasites ...

When used systematically for 2 weeks, special combs may be more effective than a single, one-day application of an insecticidal shampoo at ridding a child’s scalp of head lice. In some countries, ...

To earn CME related to this news article, click here. March 16, 2009 — Combing through a child's wet hair may be more accurate than visual inspection to identify active head lice infestation, ...

Many of us have been here: A "my head is itchy" comment from the grade schooler. A sighting of little bugs scrambling on your child's head in the bath. The note home from school. These critters are ...

Lice combs need more than just a quick rinse under warm water to remove lice and their eggs, also called nits, from your hair. Lice combs can be an effective treatment for head lice infestations. The ...

A lice comb can help you detect lice and remove both the lice and their nits (eggs). When you find lice, prompt treatment is key to removing them and preventing them from spreading to others. While it ...