It is that time of year when the school nurses begin making their way around to the classrooms and sending out those dreaded “lice letters”. These letters inform the parents that their child has lice and cannot return to school until treated with medication. It seems that winter is worse for lice because children are wearing hats and coats. These usually hang closely together in the classroom and the bugs spread. Parents usually buy the shampoo medication and sit for endless hours picking the nits from their child’s head. Clothing, bedding, and carpet also have to be treated. This can … Continue reading →