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 Taking a long, hard look at leprosy
What is leprosy? Leprosy is a disease.
It is produced by a bacterium which multiplies very slowly. Find out what causes the disease, how it evolves and the dramatic consequences of this terrible scourge.
How to treat leprosy
There is an efficient treatment which is free and exists all over the world. The Damien Foundation has engaged in a long-term battle against the disease. We support programmes which detect and treat patients. These programmes help patients to rebuild their lives.
Leprosy today
During the past 15 years, the number of patients with leprosy has fallen dramatically. This is due to shorter periods of treatment, more meticulously held records, increased international awareness and coordinated international cooperation. In some regions however, the number of cases recorded remains high.
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