Head Lice myths 4

Myth: Lice are found on dirty people or it is this or that person’s
fault that I have them.

Fact: Getting head lice has nothing to do with cleanliness or
lack thereof. It has nothing to do with economic status or race.
I am almost certain that no parent or person has intentionally
given you head lice or failed to mention to you that they had it.
They most likely did not know and are probably feeling
ashamed.
Did you know that head lice are the second most communicable
affliction among school-aged children next to the common cold?
Millions of people around the world will get head lice each year. You
are not alone and you have nothing to be ashamed of. Also keep in
mind that the person you suspect of giving it to you or your family
should be treated with the same understanding and respect that you
would want from others when you let them know that you have it.
Yes, you must let other family members, friends, the school or daycare
know if you have been in contact with head lice. I know it
sounds hard and embarrassing but if you don’t do this, you stand a
good chance of getting the lice back from one of the sources that
you have come into contact with.
Don’t let the stigma, fear and shame of head lice get the better of
you. Let the LiceSquad Inc. professionals educate you and help you
so that you can be empowered to deal with head lice. Our information
is free at www.licesquad.com and our services are confidential.
We are here to answer your questions.
We think it is time to see head lice for what it really is.
A common human condition. Not, something to be ashamed or
afraid of.