If you’ve noticed a bug on your clothes, in your hair, in your kid’s hair, or on your pet, there’s no need to panic, as it might not be a louse. Many insects have a lice-like appearance and are often ...

Dear Dr. Roach: How does an adult handle getting rid of persistent infestation (over five months) of body lice? Are there doctors or professionals skilled in dealing with this problem? If so, how ...

WASHINGTON — The University of Maryland is warning students after cases of body lice were reported on campus. According to the UMD Department of Environmental Safety, Sustainability and Risk, parts of ...

Body lice are tiny insects, about the size of a sesame seed. Body lice live in your clothing and bedding and travel to your skin several times a day to feed on blood. The most common sites for bites ...

University of Maryland officials confirmed cases of body lice on campus — prompting inspections, treatments, and warnings to students. The university’s Pest Control Management Units said they have ...

Dear Dr. K: My 19-year-old daughter is in college, and she recently told me there had been an outbreak of body lice in her dorm. She didn’t get them herself, but I’m still afraid she’ll bring them ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: How does an adult handle getting rid of persistent infestation (over five months) of body lice? Are there doctors or professionals skilled in dealing with this problem? If so, how ...