Head lice are tiny wingless insects that live in human hair.  They are common, particularly in children. It is thought that more than 1 in 3 children in the UK will get head lice at some point during the year. Learn more about identifying head lice, as well as treatments and prevention.

Learn about what head lice are, how to detect them and how to treat them. Head lice are common and can usually be cleared with treatment.

This leaflet has been written to help you understand more about head lice. It tells you what head lice are, what can be done about them, and where you can find out more about them.