The Long Road to a Leprosy Vaccine
Why has LepVax taken decades to develop, while an effective Covid-19 vaccine took less than a year to create? Let’s look at the latest timeline.
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Flood Relief Efforts: A Message from Nepal
A message from Amar at IDEA International, about the recent flood relief efforts in Nepal.
Scientists Have Found a Missing Puzzle Piece in the Mystery of Leprosy
Leprosy is a disease with so many medical mysteries unsolved. Thanks to this latest discovery, we are a step closer to a real understanding.
What You Need to Know About One of the Most Promising Leprosy Vaccines to Date
LepVax may prove to be the most promising leprosy vaccine in development.
World Leprosy Day 2026
Sunday 25th January 2026 is World Leprosy Day, an occasion that is observed every year in January, with the aim of increasing awareness about leprosy.
Lab-Created Viruses Could be the Solution to Antibiotic-Resistant Diseases
A laboratory at the University of Pittsburgh has developed a promising potential solution to the global threat of antimicrobial resistance.
Indian Bank Introduces Facial Recognition for Leprosy-Affected Customers
A bank in India is taking steps to make access to financial services easier for people affected by leprosy.
How Community-Based Groups Can Improve the Lives of People Affected by Skin NTDs
A recent study has highlighted the valuable role that community-based groups can play in helping people with skin-related NTDs such as leprosy.
New Discovery in Chile Offers Fresh Insights into Leprosy’s Origins
New findings suggest leprosy may have been present in the Americas long before colonisation.
