Head lice infestations are common, especially among children, and can be distressing. Usually, head lice are a nuisance. Occasionally, however, head lice cause complications. Moreover, head lice resistant to conventional pediculicides are increasingly common. This module helps you better counsel patients, parents and carers about the prevention and treatment of head lice infestations.

After studying this module, you should:

• Epidemiology, biology and consequences of head lice infestations
• Importance of rapid diagnosis and effective treatment
• Mode of action of treatments for head lice
• Important information to communicate about head lice