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Whanganui Experiences Year-Long Scabies Outbreak

The city of Whanganui in New Zealand has been grappling with a highly infectious scabies outbreak for approximately a year, posing a significant public health challenge.

18 Jun, 07:51 — 18 Jun, 07:51
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rnzHigh12d ago

Whanganui scabies outbreak a real head scratcher

The city has been beset by the highly infectious skin disease for about a year.

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