scabies

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They reported that he lost a significant portion of his weight and was suffering from scabies, but that the Israel Prison Service had provided treatment.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 30, 2025

With little food and clean water, there is a rise in malnutrition and diseases - from stomach bugs to scabies.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2025

He was also told the asylum centre was "seriously inadequate", with residents queuing for food and experiencing outbreaks of scabies.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2025

"We are now having to truck water into the camps. It's an absolutely critical time. There is an outbreak of cholera with over 580 cases, along with a scabies outbreak."

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2025

"We have to be careful. Once we get an epidemic of lice, or crabs, or scabies, it is near impossible to get rid of 'em."

From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos