GPs in England report a 72% increase in scabies diagnoses in a year, primarily in communal settings.

General Practitioners (GPs) in England are alerting the public to a significant increase in scabies cases, a contagious skin infestation caused by mites. The Royal College of GPs reports a rise from 2,128 to 3,689 diagnoses in a year, especially in communal living situations like universities and care homes. While treatable with topical creams, social stigma may deter individuals from seeking help. Prompt treatment is essential to prevent complications.