Lice
by Lupe Kollasch
July 22, 2011
LICE
Head lice affect more people than all other childhood communicable diseases not including the common cold. But like a cold, when children come in close contact with each other, it is easy to pass head lice along. Shared hats, clothing, brushes, pillows and other personal articles are perfect vehicles to transfer lice from one person to another. It is important to act immediately to prevent their spread to other classmates and to your family as well. Students identified with live lice will be able to finish out the school day, unless, at the discretion of the nurse or secretary, the parent/guardian may be called. The discomfort of the child and improbability of the student’s inability to learn may require the parent/guardian to pick up their child. The child may return 24-hours after adequate treatment with an over-the-counter item or prescription treatment to kill lice and nits. Please note that treatment with mayonnaise, olive oil or butter will not be considered adequate treatment.
