Scabies Outbreak Confirmed at UK Hospital as Warning Is Issued
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An outbreak of scabies has been confirmed at a hospital in the United Kingdom, and a warning has been issued to staff, patients and visitors. Local reports say the outbreak was recorded at Prince Hospital, but the full details of the situation were not available in the report we received.
Scabies is a skin condition that causes a red rash and very intense itching. It is caused by tiny mites, which are too small to see with the naked eye. The mites burrow under the top layer of the skin, where they lay eggs. Symptoms often appear several weeks after a person is first infected, so people may not know they have the condition straight away. Scabies spreads mainly through close, prolonged skin-to-skin contact, and it can also pass through shared bedding or clothing.
Health officials are asking anyone who has itching or a rash to contact their GP or a healthcare professional for advice. Scabies can be treated with prescription creams or lotions, and it is important to treat everyone in the same household or close contact group at the same time. Treatment is usually effective, but the itching may continue for a short time after the mites have been killed.
The outbreak is a reminder that scabies can affect people in all types of settings, including hospitals, care homes and schools. Further updates are expected as health authorities continue to monitor the situation and check for new cases.
Sources: Chronicle Live
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