How can people with leprosy be educated about self-care practices for their feet?

We work to CURE, CARE and END neglected tropical diseases like leprosy. Donate now. DONATE Learn More About Leprosy Get answers to questions about leprosy ... MDT provides a highly effective cure for all types of leprosy. Elimination of leprosy as public health problem (defined as a registered prevalence of less than ... In Australia leprosy is rare and found mainly in Northern Australian Aboriginal people and migrants from overseas countries in Asia, the Pacific and Africa ... A leper colony is a place removed from the general public, often on an island, that allows for isolation of leprosy patients. In the past, it was a restrictive ... Aug 1, 2023 ... Leprosy could be endemic in Central Florida, researchers say. What to know about the disease. ... Leprosy — also known as Hansen's disease — is ... May 26, 2022 ... Custom-made microcellular rubber sandals are manufactured and given free of charge to patients at The Leprosy Mission Trust Hospital in Dayapuram, Manamadurai. Leprosy, also known as Hansen's disease, is a curable chronic infectious disease caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium leprae (M. leprae). Leprosy is a chronic, progressive bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae. It primarily affects the nerves of the extremities, the skin ... SIHRLC, Karigiri provides free treatment to leprosy patients when admitted for surgical, medical and eye problems related to leprosy. The OPD attracts a large ... This website uses cookies for reasons of functionality, convenience, and statistics. The cookies are never shared with any third parties.