Amanda MacMillan is a health and science writer and editor. Her work appears across brands like Health, Prevention, SELF, O Magazine, Travel + Leisure, Time Out New York, and National Geographic's The ...

Head lice don’t spread disease and aren’t considered a health hazard, according to the CDC, but they’re still gross, annoying and on the rise as kids head back to school. These tiny parasitic insects ...

As many parents know, kids are increasingly bringing home some very unwanted guests — head lice. The pesky parasites are now a much worse problem than in years past, with strains resistant to most ...

If you’ve ever felt itchy all over your body, you might have wondered if you had a rash or an allergic reaction. But in rare cases, your scratching can be due to body lice. Learn more about the ...