Millennial Problems: Selfies Could be Spreading Lice!

Lately, there’s been a buzz on social media about how selfies are spreading lice. On the surface, it looks like another gimmick created by the media to grab attention but, it really makes you wonder: is that really true?

And while the connection seems ridiculous, most individuals don’t even realize when they contract lice. There’s a perception that lice can “fly” and jump as high as fleas. But in reality, they can do neither. The way lice travel is by crawling at a fast pace, making it easier for them to infest another person while taking selfies.

While that shouldn’t stop us from spending time with loved ones and posting on social media, it’s still a problem that needs a solution. One would wonder how you can tell if someone you know has lice. The problem is that unless you spot a pesky, sesame seeds-sized critter, there’s no certain way of knowing. Do you wear a beanie or a hat while taking a picture? This doesn’t always work during the summers.

The problem isn’t selfies. The problem lies in the way we take pictures. But should we stop taking them? There’s no reason for that. Instead it’s best to take care of our luscious mane and prevent an infestation from occurring in the first place.

Preventing an Infestation

There are a couple of measurements you can take to prevent a lice infestation. Some of these include:

Tying Your Hair

When in the presence of a group or crowd, make sure to tie up your hair. This will ensure your hair’s safety because when you comb your hair back, it becomes a shield. It acts as armor against pesky critters who want to invade your hair.

It keeps them from going inside your hair and creating a ‘nest.’ When you wear braids, it becomes difficult for lice to crawl straight.

Head Lice Screenings

Lice removal services offer head lice screenings to help detect unnoticed lice and nits. This helps prevent the problem from becoming worse and stops the lice from spreading further. In addition, quick action helps address the problem in its early stages, making it easier to eliminate.

Home Inspections

Lice treatment centers also offer home inspections. They identify areas that need to be treated and quarantined. In addition, they clean the beds, pillows and bed sheets to ensure there are no more head lice.

At Lice Busters USA, we use natural products and special combs to effectively handle the job. If you’re looking for a lice treatment service in Orlando, call us at (800) 405-8201 for further information.