How long are you contagious after lice treatment?
Your child's head lice are no longer contagious after lice shampoo treatment has been applied. Although there is a chance that some nits could remain on the hair, the nits themselves are not contagious. Children may return to school or childcare after the lice shampoo treatment is performed.
How long should you isolate with lice?
Place the patient in Contact Isolation until 24 hours after initial treatment.
How long does lice live on bedding?
Just like with mattresses, lice can only live on any bedding—whether it's sheets, pillows, or comforters—for 1-2 days. Without a human scalp as a source for food (blood) for longer than 1-2 days, lice cannot survive.
How do I avoid getting lice after being exposed?
Prevention & ControlAvoid head-to-head (hair-to-hair) contact during play and other activities at home, school, and elsewhere (sports activities, playground, slumber parties, camp).Do not share clothing such as hats, scarves, coats, sports uniforms, hair ribbons, or barrettes.Do not share combs, brushes, or towels.More items...