Head lice becoming tougher to kill
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Head lice becoming tougher to kill
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February 26, 2016
Thu, Feb 25: New research say up to 97 per cent of North American head lice have grown chemical resistant, making them tougher to kill with traditional shampoos and ointments. NBC’s Rehema Ellis explains how to get rid of them. Today's News Hour on Global BC Health Matters is brought to you by Pharmasave.
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Head lice becoming tougher to kill01:46 | February 26, 2016 -
Health Matters: Talking to teens about the risks of cannabis poisoning04:01 | April 20, 2026 -
Health Matters: Overcoming the fear and stigma around dementia04:25 | April 17, 2026 -
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Head lice becoming tougher to kill01:46 | February 26, 2016
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Health Matters: Overcoming the fear and stigma around dementia04:25 | April 17, 2026
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Health Matters: Choices Lottery supports kids receiving treatment at BC Children’s Hospital04:56 | April 10, 2026
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Health Matters: Movember Canada launches its testicular cancer awareness campaign04:18 | April 6, 2026
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Head lice becoming tougher to kill
Description
February 26, 2016
Thu, Feb 25: New research say up to 97 per cent of North American head lice have grown chemical resistant, making them tougher to kill with traditional shampoos and ointments. NBC’s Rehema Ellis explains how to get rid of them. Today's News Hour on Global BC Health Matters is brought to you by Pharmasave.
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