July 27, 2010
Head lice are often a fact of life for school aged children. While inconvenient, head lice cause no medical harm and can be effectively treated. A revised clinical report from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), "Head Lice," to be published in the August print issue of Pediatrics (published online July 26), clarifies and updates protocols for diagnosis and treatment, and provides guidance for the management of children with head lice in the school setting.

The entire AAP clinical report can be viewed online.

For additional information on this topic, please see the Insect Bites and Infestation textbook chapter and Quick Reference topic on Pediatric Care Online.