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Keep abreast with the latest news related to Leprosy there are 94 news items on Leprosy that covers updates, breakthroughs and in-depth reports.

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Leprosy, caused by Mycobacterium leprae, affects any organ like skin, eyes, mucosa, periphery nerves or any other organ. It can cause irreversible disfigurement of the extremities and nerve damage.

Jordan Becomes First Country to Eliminate Leprosy

Jordan Becomes First Country to Eliminate Leprosy

Jordan makes history as the first country to eliminate leprosy, marking a significant milestone in global health and disease eradication efforts.
World Leprosy Day: Understanding the Impact and Importance

World Leprosy Day: Understanding the Impact and Importance

Join the global movement against leprosy. Learn, act, and eradicate stigma.
Leprosy Found to Impact Brain and Spinal Cord

Leprosy Found to Impact Brain and Spinal Cord

Mycobacterium leprae bacterium linked to leprosy, was identified within neurons located in the medulla oblongata, the bridge between brainstem and spinal cord.
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WHO Calls Countries to Urgently Address Gaps in Leprosy Services

WHO Calls Countries to Urgently Address Gaps in Leprosy Services

The World Leprosy Day (WLD) is observed on the last Sunday of January to raise awareness about leprosy, and call for an end to leprosy-related stigma.
World Leprosy Day 2023 - "Act Now. End Leprosy"

World Leprosy Day 2023 - "Act Now. End Leprosy"

On World Leprosy Day, we honor the leprosy community and strive to increase understanding and knowledge of leprosy
World Leprosy Day 2022 — United for Dignity

World Leprosy Day 2022 — United for Dignity

World Leprosy Day (WLD) takes place on the last Sunday of January every year to honor people with leprosy, raise awareness, and end leprosy-related stigma and discrimination.
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Leprosy Drug Holds as COVID-19 Treatment

Leprosy Drug Holds as COVID-19 Treatment

A leprosy drug clofazimine holds promise as an at-home treatment for COVID-19, revealed a new study. Clofazimine worked with remdesivir, the current treatment for people who are hospitalized due to Covid-19.
Anti Leprosy Day Marks A Leap Towards Leprosy - Free India, a Dream of Mahatma Gandhi

Anti Leprosy Day Marks A Leap Towards Leprosy - Free India, a Dream of Mahatma Gandhi

Pictorial flipchart on leprosy for Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) has been launched on Anti Leprosy Day – January 30, 2021.
World Leprosy Day: Let’s Stop Stigma & Discrimination

World Leprosy Day: Let’s Stop Stigma & Discrimination

World Leprosy Day is celebrated in India on 30<sup>th</sup> January every year. It raises awareness about leprosy and the importance of prevention and treatment. It also highlights the fact that leprosy is now curable.
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Study Shows How One Gene Contributes to Parkinson's, Crohn's and Leprosy

Study Shows How One Gene Contributes to Parkinson's, Crohn's and Leprosy

LRRK2 gene mutations are associated with Parkinson’s disease, Crohn’s disease and leprosy, stated new study.
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