Lice Info / Policy 

The best way to prevent the spread of lice is by performing daily head checks during an active case and weekly checks as a regular practice.

• Daily Head Checks: Inspect your child’s head every day. If they have long hair, it’s a good idea to tie it back, braid it, or keep it secured. Remind your child not to share personal items such as combs, brushes, hats, scarves, hoodies, baseball caps, or hair accessories.

• Chemical Treatment: Over-the-counter (OTC) lice shampoos combined with a fine-tooth lice comb are commonly used to remove lice and nits (eggs). However, some lice may develop resistance to these shampoos. Consult your healthcare provider or pharmacist for recommended treatments. Continue checking your child’s head daily for 2–3 weeks, removing any remaining nits. A second treatment may be necessary, so follow the product’s instructions carefully, as the timing between treatments may differ. Some parents opt for alternative methods that don’t involve lice shampoos, but these may require more frequent application to be effective.

• Cleaning and Prevention Tips: Lice can’t survive long once they are off a person and can’t feed. Follow these steps to reduce the risk of re-infestation:

  • Machine wash all washable clothes and bed linens used during the two days before treatment in hot water (130°F) and dry them on high heat for at least 40 minutes.

  • Dry clean items that cannot be washed.

  • Seal clothing, stuffed animals, comforters, and other items that can’t be washed or dry-cleaned in a plastic bag for two weeks.

  • Soak combs and brushes in rubbing alcohol for an hour or wash them thoroughly with soap and hot water.

  • Vacuum furniture, floors, and areas where the affected person spends time, such as chairs and beds.

By following these steps, you can help minimize the spread of lice and ensure effective treatment.