Pubic lice (Phthirus pubis), also known as "crabs," are an insect infestation that commonly affects the genital area of ...

Heads up: prime head lice season is nearly here. Scratch, itch, shudder. The majority of lice outbreaks strike from September to October (although these pesky critters can crop up any time), and the ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — If you've got kids, you may have battled lice. Every year, an estimated six to 12 million children get head lice. So what do you do when that happens? It’s often a family ...

Children have returned to school and are bringing home stories about the things they learned and the friends they made. But some parents are concerned they could also be bringing home a tiny nuisance ...

Have lice been bugging your family lately? You’re not alone. Professional delousers in NYC and the surrounding areas say they have seen an unfortunate uptick in outbreaks of these icky, hair-residing ...

Wendy Wisner is a journalist and international board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC). She has written about all things pregnancy, maternal/child health, parenting, and general health and ...