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Is it necessary to notify anyone if you develop a head lice infestation?

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School: School require notification but regulrly check if there is one. Case to minimize spread in a classroom or to other classes within the same school.School will require medical documentation that infection is completely gone before reentering school.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Richard Pollard answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

School or work: It is not legally mandated that you tell these locations, but it allows them to make sure all individuals who are exposed can be treated if needed.

Answered 4/24/2015

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Yes: Notifying the staff in charge will be very helpful. That way individuals can get treated and precautions taken. This will help stop the spread of lice.

Answered 4/11/2013

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