MORRISVILLE, N.C., June 24, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- It is no
surprise that summer camp can be a summer home for head lice. With
the growing presence of super lice, more camps are performing head
checks on registration day to help prevent these unwanted guests.
Children who are found to have lice may be delayed from entering
while being treated, or potentially sent home. Parents who examine
their child at home for lice not only help guard against an
infestation, but also save their child the frustration of being
diagnosed with lice during camp registration.
"It's important for parents to know that lice can be present
before there are any symptoms such as itching. Exponential growth
of an infestation and the transmission of lice to others can occur
before there are any telltale signs," says Jason Schmidt, an entomologist and Director of
Product Development for TyraTech, makers of Vamousse. "Catching an
outbreak of lice early is vital to helping control the spread of
lice."
The CDC states that there are up to 12 million reported cases of
head lice infestation among children 3 to 11 in the United States every year.1 The
likelihood of exposure increases at places like school and camp as
children share belongings and are in close proximity.
"Prior to dropping kids off at summer camp, parents should do a
thorough head-check and if lice are not found consider making a
simple switch to a safe, non-toxic shampoo for proactive daily
defense against lice. Switching shampoos during and immediately
after camp may help reduce risk of an infestation," says
Schmidt.
Defend against the growth of an infestation with a gentle,
non-toxic daily lice shampoo such as Vamousse Lice Defense, which
kills lice2 and is recommended for use during high-risk
periods and for 10 to 14 days after potential exposure. It is
pesticide-free and safe enough for use by the entire family,
including children as young as two.
If lice are already present, non-toxic, pesticide-free Vamousse
Lice Treatment, with active ingredient natrum muriaticum, kills
lice and eggs in 1 treatment and is even proven effective against
pesticide-resistant super lice3.
Super lice are lice that have developed a genetic resistance to
certain pesticide-based ingredients that have been used in
traditional over-the-counter (OTC) lice treatments for decades,
according to the American Academy of Pediatrics
(AAP)4. Making matters worse, recent reports have
led parents to believe that all OTC products are ineffective
against super lice. The fact is there are OTC products that
are proven as an effective, safe and non-toxic option for
eliminating super lice.
Vamousse represents a new generation of head lice solutions
available over-the-counter (OTC). The unique products give parents
an accessible, affordable and effective way to tackle super lice to
ensure their child is lice and worry free at summer camp.
Additional information and resources can be found at
www.VamousseLice.com.
About Vamousse
Vamousse Lice Treatment:
- Clinically proven to kill lice and eggs in 1
treatment3
- Safe and non-toxic, pesticide-free
- Proven effective against pesticide-resistant super
lice3
- Easy-to-use mousse is quick and precise, rinses easily
- Available over-the-counter nationwide at Walmart, CVS,
Walgreens, Rite Aid, Kmart, and in some regional chains, including
HEB, and online at Walmart.com, CVS.com, Walgreens.com, Amazon.com
and Drugstore.com.
- MSRP $24.99
Vamousse Lice Defense:
- Non-toxic, pesticide-free daily shampoo defends against head
lice
- Shown in lab studies to kill lice
- Great for use by the whole family during:
- Lice outbreaks at school
- Summer camp, sleepovers
- Treatment of a sibling
- Risk of re-infestation
- Available over-the-counter nationwide at Walmart, CVS, and in
some regional chains, online at Walgreens.com, Amazon.com,
Drugstore.com and Walmart.com.
- MSRP $12.99
About TyraTech
Established in 2004, TyraTech,
Inc. (AIM: TYR and TYRU) is a life sciences company focusing on
nature-derived insect and parasite control products that are as
effective as traditional chemical options while providing a new
level of safety for people, animals, and the environment.
TyraTech's Nature's Technology® leverages its patented scientific
platform to provide a full range of biocides, insect repellent, and
head lice control solutions, including Vamousse.
1
http://www.cdc.gov/parasites/lice/head/gen_info/faqs.html
2 As shown in lab studies
3 Clinical trial conducted at Lice Source Services,
Plantation, FL, Dec. 2015
4 American Academy of Pediatrics (2016) Report on lice
Retrieved from
http://www.aappublications.org/news/2016/04/11/Lice041116
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