Rare Scabies Outbreak at Glangwili | Leeds News

Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

A rare, highly contagious form of scabies has triggered an emergency shutdown at Glangwili Hospital’s Steffan Ward in Carmarthen. Health officials are swiftly responding with strict infection control measures, treating not just symptomatic patients but also anyone who may have been exposed—even if they’re asymptomatic. Caused by microscopic mites spread through skin-to-skin contact, this version of scabies brings intense nighttime itching and widespread rashes, demanding rapid treatment to halt its spread. Extra precautions, including specialist support, are in place, and recovery is…