New CDC policy: If your kid has lice, they can stay at school

Lice aren’t bedbugs. They are pretty weak, really. Lice can’t live for long without the warmth and food of a host. My daughter brought them home when she was in 2nd grade, Ms.KiltedDad also got them (she teaches at the same school). After the first trip ($400/head) for an olive oil and combing session at the local lice treatment place, I decided to DIY. Get a really good lice comb and a lot of conditioner, work from one side of the head to the other, combing out. Rinse, check every day for a week or so.

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