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If they mentioned the word ‘scabies,’ complained about it, or filed a grievance, they would be placed in solitary confinement.

Allegations against a privately operated jail in Nashville, Tenn., where female inmates have filed a class-action lawsuit over the matter. The plaintiffs claim they were not only denied medical treatment but also lost phone privileges if they spoke to anyone about the outbreak.

Allegations against a privately operated jail in Nashville, Tenn., where female inmates have filed a class-action lawsuit over the matter. The plaintiffs claim they were not only denied medical treatment but also lost phone privileges if they spoke to anyone about the outbreak.

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.