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The myth that Black people don’t get lice has some basis in reality. While about 6 to 12 million children ages 3 to 11 get head lice every year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ...
Bugs on your scalp are usually head lice. But you may also find fleas, ants, or other types of insects on your head. Here’s how to identify and treat them.
White and Brown Nits in Hair: What Lice Egg Color Means Medically reviewed by Cynthia Cobb, DNP, APRN, WHNP-BC, FAANP — Written by Lauren Conti, MD on September 28, 2023 White or clear nits ...
Best head lice treatments for long, thick hair to keep kids lice-free. These are the products to invest in to keep those itchy critters at bay. The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers.
This all made sense to me for two reasons: One, I had very short hair back then; and two, the conventional wisdom among Black people was that Black people don’t get lice.. Unfortunately, that ...