A groundbreaking study has revealed that the mass administration of ivermectin—a drug once known for treating river blindness and scabies—can significantly reduce malaria transmission when used in ...

Was it a chigger or scabies bite? These mite bites both result in itching, but that's where the similarities end. Here's what you need to know—and how to protect yourself.

Scabies is a skin condition caused by microscopic mites. Scabies causes itching and a rash, and it spreads through close physical contact. Learn more here.