Superdrug has issued a warning to parents across the UK as cases of head lice are on the rise. The high-street chemist has reported a 121% spike in sales of its head lice treatment spray.
With summer around the corner and the weather becoming increasingly warmer, mums and dads are urged to check their children's' hair often.
Head lice is prevalent around this time of year as warmer weather triggers infestations, Superdrug says. Head lice is most common among children, but their families can catch it too.
The NHS and Niamh McMillan, Superdrug's Pharmacy Superintendent, have shared advice on how to prevent and treat head lice during the summer months. READ MORE: Five crucial health warning signs for men: Expert advice on what to look out for Head lice are often caused by dirty hair.
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