Online and in the shops: Lice prevention
Irish Pharmacy Union (IPU) vice-president, Kathy Maher, says: “While lice aren’t dangerous, they are extremely contagious and their bites may cause a child’s scalp to become itchy and inflamed.”
Infestations are common in children aged four to 11, but early detection reduces the spread of infection. To check for head lice, wet comb conditioned hair. Researchers at the James Cook University, in Queensland, say tea tree is effective in the treatment and prevention of head lice. Faith In Nature tea tree shampoo and conditioner are deep-cleansing, anti-bacterial, antiseptic, anti-viral and anti-fungal and are available from health stores. Multi-packs, 2x400ml, €13.27, and 5L, €77.25, are available from www.econatural.ie.
Hedrin Treat & Go, launched this week, is a water-based head-lice treatment which rinses out easily and, when dry, remains on the child’s hair while they play, go to school or sleep. Requiring two applications seven days apart, Hedrin Treat & Go is available in spray €9.69, and mousse, €15.69, from pharmacies; www.hedrin.ie or www.onceaweektakeapeek.ie.
Young children need Omega 3 in their diets to help the brain and nervous system develop. If your children are fussy eaters, then Krill Oil capsules might be a solution. Cleanmarine Krill Oil for Kids provides a daily dose of omega 3 in a small, easy-to-swallow capsule and is €9.99 for 60; www.cleanmarine.ie.
The MS READaTHON is the largest schools-based reading initiative in Ireland, with 20,000 students in 600 schools taking part each year. Last year, the campaign raised €600,000 for vital services for people with MS. Pictured (l-r) were Lee Walsh, William Duffin, Sophie McNulty and Helen Wu, from Clonskeagh school, with celebrity ambassador, Lorraine Keane, at the launch of the 25th annual MS READaTHON. The official reading period will run from October 11; www.msreadathon.ie.
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