1. Notify your Resident Director (RD) or Townhomes Coordinator (TC) of any concerns you might have about potential lice.
2. If lice is suspected:
   1. students will need to purchase their own over the counter medication (please see the below CDC links for guidance on what to purchase).
   2. Machine wash and dry clothing, bed linens, and other items that the infested person wore or used during the 2 days before treatment using the hot water (130°F) laundry cycle and the high heat drying cycle. Clothing and items that are not washable can be dry–cleaned OR sealed in a plastic bag and stored for 2 weeks.
   3. Soak combs and brushes in hot water (at least 130°F) for 5–10 minutes.
   4. Vacuum the floor and furniture, particularly where the infested person sat or lay.
   5. For more tips, please review Treatment of Lice provided by the CDC.
3. For any medical questions related to lice, please contact your Primary Care Physician or Hazen Center for Integrated Care.

Your RD or TC is here to help you, please contact them if you have any questions or concerns.

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