Scabies is a contagious skin disease with a bad reputation. Tune in as Josh and Chuck discuss this itchy condition -- from the mite that causes it to common cures -- in this episode.
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In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck dive into the surprisingly common and misunderstood world of scabies after Josh's friend Mitch had an unfortunate encounter with these tiny skin-burrowing mites. They explore how these microscopic creatures work, why they're so successful at spreading, and most importantly, why having scabies doesn't mean you're dirty or have poor hygiene. The hosts break down the symptoms, treatment options, and myths surrounding this condition that affects around 300 million people worldwide each year.
Movies Discussed
Shutter Island
"Institutions for the criminally insane. Shutter Island. — Josh mentions Shutter Island when discussing places where scabies outbreaks can occur easily due to people living in close quarters."
— Josh
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