Scabies hits 3 in 10 clinic patients

2026-02-20 - 05:25

Health officials say the highly contagious skin infection continues to affect large numbers of children due to close contact in homes and schools. Dermatologist Dr. Metuisela Tucakau says a recent study found that about 30 percent of patients visiting health facilities were treated for scabies. He says Ivermectin is now available in Fiji and is