LEPRA Society observed Anti-Leprosy Fortnight across 11 states in India.
Read more about the first National Conference on leprosy and our role.
The March 2024 issue of Leprosy Review is the last printed version of the publication.
Leprosy, also known as Hansen’s disease, is a mildly infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae. The bacteria affect the skin, peripheral nerves, and the eyes.
Despite many misconceptions, leprosy is entirely curable. Lepra is committed to spreading this message and ensuring that those in need of help have access to free multidrug therapy (MDT) and support services where necessary. In many countries, people with leprosy are often overlooked and neglected. There is limited understanding in…
For World Leprosy Day 2025 Jimmy Innes Lepra CEO speaks about the incredible legacy of kindness and compassion left by Mahatma Gandhi.
…of people affected by leprosy experiencing depression and anxiety, counselling is an important role of the centre. Sister Grace and her team's hard work enables people affected by leprosy to regain their independence, improving their physical, social and emotional health. In February 2022, we spoke to Sister Nitha about her…
The New Face for Leprosy project recently went on permanent display at the LMU Klinikum - The Institute of Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine in Munich. Following the event, Professor Diana Lockwood spoke to us in her own words about the event, and the exhibition’s new home within the institute.
…of people affected by leprosy and ensuring that they are represented at local and government level. We will support people affected by leprosy through prevention, diagnosis, disability aids and mental health support. We will also continue our strong partnerships with regional and national governments to ensure that those affected have…
Read about our latest briefing from the Lepra newsroom.