January 31st is national Bug Busting Day, and NHS Suffolk is offering advice on beating head lice.

Many parents worry about their children having head lice but the fact is that most children will at some point be exposed to them whether at nursery, school or simply playing at home with siblings or friends. Head lice are very good at keeping hidden and often go undetected for some time so it is important that regular checks take place when washing your children’s hair. Another myth is that they are attracted to dirty hair – this is definitely not the case! – lice have no preference and will nest wherever they can.

There are two options for treating head lice – lotions or The Bug Busting treatment method. Either way it is important to remember that neither will stop re-infection if head to head contact is made again with someone with head lice.

By taking part in Bug Busting Day you can help to prevent the spread of head lice. By having one day where parents look for head lice and then treat successfully it means that there will be fewer opportunities for lice to circulate amongst children and their families.

If you are interested in taking part do have a look at the Bug Busting Day website at:
www.chc.org
Or at www.onceaweektakeapeek.com