Lice At School

St Pat’s have been informed that there has been an identified a case of head-lice, which are common in school-aged children, and are the most adaptable of creatures. Whilst your child may not be affected, head lice are also extremely contagious. 

In order to ensure the problem is solved as quickly as possible, we are encouraging parents to check their child tonight and if lice are detected to carry out a head lice treatment prior to sending their child back school.

We suggest you look for the following symptoms or signs which would indicate the presence of head lice:

* Child scratching his/her head excessively;
* Fine black powder on bed linen/pillows;
* Nits, the lice eggs, cream to coffee coloured specks stuck near the hair roots; and
* Lice themselves are small white to greyish parasites about as big as a pinhead.

If you notice any of the above signs or need further advice please contact your local pharmacist.