Probably yes. In us 1% african- american children get lice, cause is not clearly understood, probably structure of hair, and use petroleum gel etc may be a reason for fewer infestation in this category.

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Can african americans get head lice?

Dr. Christopher Crosby, Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine Answered Aug. 28, 2011

14 years experience in Dermatology

Yes. The short answer is yes, but it is less common in the US. Head lice move around the scalp by gripping hair shafts. Most head lice in the US have claws that are better adapted to grip the round hair shaft in people with straight or wavy hair. Curly hair tends to have a more elliptical hair shaft. Read more...

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Dr. Richard Pollard, University of North Carolina School of Medicine Answered Apr. 8, 2013

28 years experience in Anesthesiology

Yes. All individuals can get head lice. Read more...

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Dr. Heidi Fowler, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine Answered Nov. 3, 2018

23 years experience in Psychiatry

Yes. Head lice can be transmitted to African Americans. Read more...