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.
Accident caused major disruption - man seriousy injured
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Last victim of April avalanche found
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TPG passengers back to pre-pandemic levels
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SBB to change announcement for suicide deaths
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Locals outraged at high rents
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Over 500 Asian hornets trapped
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