The parasitic infection scabies is spreading in Geneva’s care home system.
Swiss French television is reporting five residents in one home are being treated.
Scabies, which is caused by a parasite burying under the skin, produces rashes and itching.
While there are sporadic cases in Geneva, last year was particularly bad – with 182 being diagnosed.
It’s treated by the drug, Ivermectin, two doses taken 10 days apart will kill the parasites.
It’s spread by close skin to skin contact.
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