Question: I have a daycare in my home, one of the children has lice. do I
need to and how do I treat the house?
ANSWER Head lice are often a problem with school-aged children (and sometimes with adults).
Controlling these small creatures requires the use of the shampoo material and the small comb that comes with most control 'kits'. Follow the directions for the length of time the shampoo must remain on the hair, and use the comb to remove the eggs from the base of the hair (use it close to the scalp). The comb is one of the effective control methods, so don't skip using it. The comb is there to help in removing the eggs. The directions on most products indicate that the shampooing will have to be done twice (within about 10 days), and in between the shampooing the comb should be used.
Families of children with head lice should avoid sharing towels, combs and brushes, hats, pillows, and similar items. The bedding should be washed. It is not necessary to apply any pesticide to the house or the grounds for head lice.
