First-time parents and those uninitiated into the world of common childhood diseases and conditions will find comfort and practical how-to information in this easy to follow, no-nonsense handbook. Written by a parent for parents facing the surprisingly heavy burden of a head lice infestation, readers will be able to return to life as usual, without spending a lot on products or so-called miracle cures. With as many as 12 million cases of head lice each year in the US alone, this highly contagious condition is responsible for missed days at school and work, and wreaks havoc on families" productivity. Although there are scads of products on the market claiming to work wonders, and pieces of information floating about the Internet about effectively eradicating head lice, there"s been no singe set of instructions describing the safest, most effective, most cost-effective method. Now there is.