New data from the Royal College of General Practitioners has revealed scabies cases in London are increasing at a sharper ...

Even though most bug bites are just a nuisance, some can be dangerous and escalate into a serious illness if you don't treat ...

GPs in England are now warning the public not to ignore an itchy rash which could be a symptom and to seek out treatment ... off any left-over eggs. ‘If you’re questioning scabies then you ...

Michael Head has previously received funding from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Research England and the UK Department for International Development, and currently receives funding from the ...

Scabies is not usually a serious condition, according to the NHS, "but it does need to be treated". The NHS adds: "A pharmacist will recommend a cream or lotion that you apply over your whole body. It ...

Over-the-counter and prescription treatments are available, but they must be used correctly for effectiveness. Quick treatment for scabies is crucial. Experts warn that while scabies is not a ...

Regarding treatment, Perry emphasised the need for prompt action against scabies, typically requiring a topical cream or lotion applied over the entire body, with a second application after one week.

"A pharmacist will recommend a cream or lotion that you apply over your whole body. It's important to read the instructions carefully." This treatment must be repeated a week later. "Scabies is ...