Q.Nits can fall to the floor and hatch to become a problem later on.

A.False. Studies have proven that less than 2 percent of head lice infestations occur via sharing combs and hats. The overwhelming evidence is that head lice is spread by HAIR TO HAIR contact. Still caution and common sense should be exercised when trying to stop the spread of head lice. So keeping hair in a pony tail or bun will help to keep your child’s hair away from head lice that may be lurking in their friend’s hair.