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Parents warned of chemical-resistant head lice as kids go back to school – 7NEWS.com.au
The chemical-resistant lice feed off scalps but can spread via headphones, bedsheets and hair brushes.
Parents across Australia are being warned of chemical-resistant super nits as children go back to school for term 4.
Experts are warning outbreaks of lice in kids are going to be worse than ever after the breed was discovered.
Science Communicator from the Australian Museums Search and Discover department, Melissa Murray, says new breeds of lice are evolving and becoming more resistant to common treatments.
The chemicals weve been using are becoming less effective, she said.
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