Old-fashioned methods best for treating head lice

Old-fashioned methods of getting rid of head lice in children are far more effective than current chemical treatments, researchers revealed.

Using a fine-tooth comb and conditioner on wet hair was four times more effective than popular chemical-based treatments like lotions and shampoo.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) researcher Dr Nigel Hill said: “Millions of pounds are spent each year by desperate parents or through NHS prescriptions on lice treatments and many seem to be virtually useless"