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scabies

[skey-beez, -bee-eez] / ˈskeɪ biz, -biˌiz /




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Physicians for Human Rights Israel also found new outbreaks of scabies in five detention centers, according to a letter it sent to the prison service that was viewed by the Journal.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

The problems emerged after he developed a spine infection following repeated scabies exposures, according to a ruling to release him by an Israeli military court viewed by the Journal, and an accompanying doctor’s report.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

These include scabies – caused by mites, lice and bed bugs.

From BBC May 2, 2026

The British Association of Dermatologists said scabies was still incorrectly perceived as a "medieval disease" and that breaking down the stigma was important.

From BBC Jan. 27, 2026

"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




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