U.K. doctors are sounding the alarm about a surge in scabies cases across the country, according to reports.

A shortage of scabies medications — which dates as far back as May 2023 —is thought to be a contributing factor in the outbreak.

The British Association of Dermatologists (BAD) confirmed to Fox News Digital on Friday that it’s received reports of scabies cases being on the rise, and that the current shortage of medicines is exacerbating the situation. 

Fox News Digital also reached out to the U.K. ​​Department of Health & Social Care requesting comment on the outbreak and shortages.

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Melissa Rudy is the health editor and a member of the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to [email protected]