Was it a chigger or scabies bite? These mite bites both result in itching, but that's where the similarities end. Here's what ...

The NHS has issued its urgent advice on a highly contagious skin disease after Brits were issued a warning over the 'spike' ...

GPs in England have reported a rise in cases of scabies, and have warned the public not to ignore an itchy rash which could ...

Scabies, a highly contagious skin infestation caused by parasitic mite burrowing in the skin, is on the rise across the UK. GPs in England are now warning the public not to ignore an itchy rash which ...

The Express spoke to Dr Deborah Lee about the signs to look out for when it comes to scabies and where they are most commonly ...

In adults, Dr Tess McPherson, of the charity British Association of Dermatologists, says: ‘There can be a rash which can ...

The rash that arises is an allergic reaction your skin is having the faeces of the mites and while not a serious condition, scabies can be very itchy and irritating. If not properly treated, it can ...

It's not known how many cases of scabies there are currently on the Isle of Man. There's been a spike in the UK. Scabies is an infestation of the skin with a tiny mite - it's smaller than a pinhead so ...

The RCGP has warned of ‘rising’ scabies presentations in GP practices, as the number of cases has gone up compared to the ...

Quick treatment for scabies is crucial. Experts warn that while scabies is not a serious condition, it can cause significant discomfort and is easily transmitted through close physical contact.

Scabies is caused by tiny mites burrowing into the skin and laying eggs. When these hatch, the larvae may then spread further ...

In addition to treatment, which works best if carried out at the same time as other infected people with whom you share accommodation, people infected with scabies are advised to wash their ...