Health & development

Missoula Public Health lead and lice screening

Listed under Clinics, dental & screenings

About this service

Providing services to protect public health, which promotes and protects the health of all people and their communities. This science-based, evidence-backed field strives to give everyone a safe place to live, learn, work and play.

Head lice is common in childcare or school settings where young children may share hats, coats, or other clothing If you have concerns about head lice, you can come to our clinic for a lice check The nurse will check for nits and lice We can help provide education on prevention and treatment of lice.

How to get help

Please call us at (406) 258-3363 to request an appointment for the international travel clinic or to schedule an appointment for other vaccines or screenings.

Who qualifies

Capillary test: this is used for young children and is a simple finger-prick or heel-prick.

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