Scabies: How to reduce your risk of catching the skin condition

Dr Mia Jing Gao, Consultant Dermatologist at the Cadogan Clinic, has detailed everything you need to know about the itchy skin condition. Practice good hygiene and avoid close skin-to-skin contact. Regular and thorough handwashing with soap and water is crucial in preventing the spread of scabies. Especially pay attention to the spaces between fingers and under fingernails. Because scabies is primarily transmitted through prolonged skin contact, avoid close physical contact with individuals who are infected and wear personal protective equipment if in close proximity."