Scabies is an itchy skin condition, and although uncomfortable, it is not usually serious. It is typically transferred with prolonged skin-to-skin contact or through sharing contaminated bedding, towels, clothes or soft furnishings. You can visit the NHS scabies webpage for more information.
If you have symptoms
If you feel that you may be impacted or have any symptoms, please reach out to your GP or a pharmacy for advice and support.If you live in UCL accommodation, please contact your Hall Team so they can best assist you and put support in place where required.
How you can help avoid spread
The safety of our students and staff is a top priority at UCL and we appreciate everyone working together to ensure safety within our buildings.To help prevent the spread of scabies, we recommend the following precautions:
- avoid direct skin-to-skin contact with anyone who has scabies
- do not share personal items such as clothing, towels or bedding
- wash your clothes and bedding in hot water (50°C) and dry them on a high heat setting
- vacuum your living space thoroughly to remove any mites that may be present.
Support available
If you live in UCL accommodation and have any questions, you can contact your Hall team.If you feel as though this situation is negatively impacting you or your mental health, UCL support and wellbeing services are available. Our team of expert wellbeing, disability and mental health staff can provide a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space to discuss this or any other issues that may be affecting you.
- University College London, Gower Street, London, WC1E 6BT (0) 20 7679 2000
