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When we seem to have lice, the following parallel steps should be taken:

Prevention (to avoid contaminating others): our classmates must be told about the problem, and we must also observe some measures of hygiene:

• Let our parents examine our scalp, especially behind the ears, at the back of the head, and front region.
• Wash our hair often: two or three times a week.
• Comb our hair daily. Clean our comb or brush frequently.
• Do not pass your personal cleaning items on to siblings or classmates.

Treatment (to eliminate them): Contact pesticides are available that cause the death of lice by paralysis.