Scientific name: Pediculus capitis
What are they: Small parasitic insects that thrive on the human scalp by sucking blood.
How are they spread: Direct hair-to-hair contact, shared hairbrushes or combs, or hats.
Signs of head lice: Itching or scratching, visible upon close examination.
Getting rid of them: Manually with a special comb or using medicated shampoo like the Nit Free Lice Infestation Removal Kit.
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http://www.LiceScabiesandBedBugs.com and
http://www.licescabiesandbedbugs.com/Head-Lice-Products-Lice-Nits-and-Head-Louse-Treatments/Head-Lice-Products-Lice-Nits-and-Head-Louse-Treatments.asp
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