00:00 Scabies is not necessarily caused by poor hygiene or promiscuity, and the shame associated with it may be misplaced.

02:58 Scabies is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and it can be spread through prolonged close contact with an infested individual or by sharing personal items such as towels or clothing.

06:06 Scabies is caused by an allergic reaction to the mites and their feces, resulting in a rash and intense itching, and can be easily misdiagnosed as mosquito bites; the itching is worse at night and scabies can occur anywhere on the body, with the most common areas for adults being the wrist, elbow, armpit, waist, buttocks, fingers, penis, and nipples.

09:11 Scabies is highly contagious and can easily spread in close quarters, such as prisons and nursing homes, and if you have symptoms such as a pimply rash on your penis that itches intensely at night, you should see a doctor who will likely prescribe a topical scabicide, such as Elamite or Lindane, which you have to leave on your body for several hours, and it may take a couple of weeks for the itching to subside after treatment.

12:25 Scabies can be treated with non-toxic options such as a paste made from the extract of the Neem tree or tea tree oil, and sulfur ointment is also effective, while most other folk remedies only alleviate itching.

15:29 Scabies does not mean you are a dirty person or promiscuous, and it can be transmitted through prolonged physical contact, sharing a bed, or sharing a towel.

18:15 The hosts read a listener email from a blind person in Canada who provides insight on the use of Braille in public places and on currency.

21:12 The hosts promote various other podcasts and websites.