Article: Of lice and children: going to the head of class. (includes related article)

"Oh, honey, another note from the school nurse," you sigh. "What is it this time, a vaccine shot, toothache, ear infection? What on earth could be wrong with you now! . . . Will you please sit down, honey, and stop that scratching!"

You open the tightly sealed envelope and read:

Dear parent/Guardian:

Upon inspecting your child's head today it was discovered that he/she has a lice infestation. It is necessary to exclude him/her from school until adequately treated.

YOUR CHILD MAY RETURN TO SCHOOL AFTER SHE/HE HAS BEEN TREATED.

Sincerely,

Principal & School Nurse

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