Meeting with the Prime Minister of Nepal
Amar Timalsina is a leading advocate for people affected by leprosy in Nepal. Friends of the Leprosy Mission in South Africa have generously supported Amar’s
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Leprosy Mission Southern Africa
TB Mortality Rates Dropping in Africa – but There’s Still Work to be Done
According to the WHO’s Global TB Report 2024, the African region has achieved a dramatic 42% reduction in tuberculosis (TB) deaths and a 24% drop in TB cases between 2015 and 2023.
How AI is Helping to Diagnose Leprosy
Here’s a look at how emerging artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies are helping to improve leprosy diagnosis.
World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day 2025
Leprosy is classified as a neglected tropical disease. What does this mean and why do we observe World NTD Day, a worldwide day of recognition for neglected tropical diseases?
World Leprosy Day 2025
Today is World Leprosy Day, an occasion that is observed every year on the last Sunday in January, with the aim of increasing awareness about leprosy (also called Hansen’s disease). Find out more about World Leprosy Day and its significance below.
Spotlight on Md. Kamal Uddin, A 2024 Wellesley Bailey Award Winner
In celebration of The Leprosy Mission’s 150th anniversary year, our Wellesley Bailey Awards judges decided to name four winners of the award in 2024. One of these remarkable winners is Md. Kamal Uddin, who has overcome many hardships and is now an inspiration to others.
Spotlight on Maya Ranavare, A 2024 Wellesley Bailey Award Winner
To celebrate the return of The Leprosy Mission’s Wellesley Bailey Awards and our 150th anniversary year, our judges have chosen four winners whose work in the fight against leprosy deserves recognition. Maya Ranavare from India is one of these deserving winners.