Head
Lice are very common in schoolchildren.
Contrary to popular belief they prefer clean
hair and are not a sign of poor personal
hygiene. Their short life cycle and rapid
breeding has allowed recent generations
to develop strong resistance to chemical
shampoo treatments.
We recommend trying a chemical
lotion from your pharmacist in the first
instance, combined with regular daily combing
with a nit-comb or stiff bristle brush after
washing the hair to damage nits which should
prevent them laying eggs and multiplying.
The Health centre is hoping to receive the seasonal flu vaccine in October and are proposing to have 2 flu vaccine clinics on the Saturday 16th October and Saturday 6th November.If you are in 'at risk' group please make an appointment nearer the time
