Leprosy is one of the least contagious diseases around — and perhaps one of the most misunderstood. The colonies are relics ...

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Historians are working to shine a light on Alice Ball’s legacy and contributions to an early treatment of a dangerous and stigmatizing disease.

At just 23, a young chemist solved a deadly medical problem, then vanished from credit and history, leaving behind a cure, a ...

Leprosy, a disease with a history as ancient as biblical times, has left an indelible mark on societal perceptions of race.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Leprosy, also known as Hansen’s disease, is rare in the U.S., but cases are on the rise in Florida. (frank600/Getty Images) (Getty ...

The Kwara State Government has called on stakeholders, development partners and residents to collaborate with the government ...

The appeal will be launched at a ceremony in Brussels, Belgium, on Thursday, 29 January 2026. The event is being co-hosted by ...

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Leprosy is on the rise in Florida, according to a new medical report in a Centers for Disease and Control and Prevention publication. According to a research letter published ...

CHO Davao urges early detection for leprosy, offering free multi-drug therapy and Kilatis Kutis skin screenings.

Nagpur: The district reported 902 new leprosy cases between April 2025 and December 2025, indicating a rise in detection ...

Mangaluru: The health dept in Dakshina Kannada will hold Sparsh Leprosy Awareness Campaign, a nationwide initiative launched ...