leprosy
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- Chronic granulomatous communicable disease occurring in tropical and subtropical regions; characterized by inflamed nodules beneath the skin and wasting of body parts; caused by the bacillus mycobacterium leprae
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Caribbean health workers unite to accelerate leprosy elimination efforts
Jan 26, 2026 Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)
Jan 26, 2026 Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)
WHO renews commitment to a leprosy-free world, spotlighting partnership and progress ahead of World Leprosy Day
Jan 21, 2026 World Health Organization (WHO)
Jan 21, 2026 World Health Organization (WHO)
Report of the virtual regional consultation on leprosy elimination in Africa: update on the new WHO guidance on leprosy elimination
Mar 30, 2026 WHO | Regional Office for Africa
Mar 30, 2026 WHO | Regional Office for Africa
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