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Health & Fitness

How to Avoid Unwanted Halloween "TREATS"!

 

Halloween is creeping just around the corner.  It is a time for ghosts, goblins, tricks and treats.  But beware!  Your children can bring home more than just candy and pencils for their Halloween “treats”.

Head lice is a concern for both children and adults this time of year as they try on costumes, wigs, masks and hats at the local Halloween Store.  Off a human host, a louse can live up to 48 hours and can lurk on these items, waiting for a new, yummy scalp to feed upon.  Here are some tips to keep these unwanted, frightening guests away.

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1.      Design and make your own costumes.  Let your creativity flow, recycling old materials or play clothes.  This can be a fun activity for you to do with your children.  

2.      Purchase pre-packaged costumes or order off the Internet.

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3.      Clean costumes in the washing machine when possible.

When your children are taking photos at school with their classmates, make sure that their heads and hair do not touch.  More  than 90% of head lice is passed from head to head.  Also, remind your daughters not to share brushes when putting hair up in a “witchdo”.

If you want to try and prevent lice from stopping by your house this Oct. 31st, The Nit Nanny Mint Detangler Spray smells great and works to keep the louse at bay.  Be careful and cautious this Halloween, but if lice do make a visit, Lice Lifters Treatment Centers are here to help you prevent this holiday from becoming a Nightmare!

 

Cynthia & Julie
Lice Ladies of The Jersey Shore
www.liceliftersnjshore.com
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