If families suspect recurrences are due to lice remaining on clothing, sheets, hair brushes, or accessories, advise them to launder bedding and towels on a hot temperature machine cycle. Similarly, hair accessories and combs can be soaked in boiling water, according to advice from the CDC. Wigs and plush toys can be stored in an airtight bag for 48 hours to ensure no remaining lice survive. Do emphasize that sprays and pesticides are not only ineffective but pose health hazards and should never be used to tackle head lice cases or recurrence. Encouraging families to source solutions that fit their needs and schedule is key. Some families may not have time but can afford to hire a lice technician, other families may feel comfortable learning the technical skills to continue checks for manual nit removal beyond the initial head lice treatment. Know that there will always be families who are already stretched by other life stressors, making treating head lice a less pressing priority. From the professional competency perspective offering judgment-free support when needed is not only a skill-set but also a perspective and starting point for all communication, body language, and behavior. Our mindfulness and cultural humility series can help strengthen this professional area. For now, test your knowledge on the guidelines for head lice options here.