Head Lice

The District laboratory works with local public schools to provide training and guidance on preventing, identifying, and managing head lice in schools.

CHECKING FOR AND TREATING HEADLICE

Laboratory Director Dr. Nayer Zahiri describes how to check for and treat headlice.

HEAD LICE INFORMATION

The tiny parasitic insects known as head lice can infest the head and neck area and attach their eggs to the base of the hair shaft. Head lice do not cause disease, but they can itch and irritate the scalp, leading to scratching and potential bacterial infection.

HEAD LOUSE NYMPH AT SMCMVCD LABORATORY

This tiny head louse nymph hatched from a nit collected from a child’s head by a member of our laboratory staff.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

UC IPM Program: Head Lice

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