Reemergence of Scabies Driven by Adolescents and Young Adults, Germany, 2009–2018

To validate anecdotal evidence on scabies infestations, we analyzed inpatient and outpatient claims data in Germany. Scabies diagnoses increased 9-fold and treatment failure 4-fold during 2009–2018, driven mainly by persons 15–24 years of age. Prevention and control in young adults appear key becau...

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Main Authors: Felix Reichert, Maike Schulz, Elke Mertens, Raskit Lachmann, Anton Aebischer
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2021-06-01
Series:Emerging Infectious Diseases
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Online Access:https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/27/6/20-3681_article