Drug resistance in leprosy

Drug resistance in leprosy is increasing which is definitely not a good sign in post elimination phase of leprosy in the country.The drug …

Anti-Leprosy Day: Leprosy elimination needs a final push

Recent developments give us hope that legal reforms are on the anvil, but it also needs a huge overhaul of mindset and notions to make those …

Why leprosy has resurfaced in India

The decision to declare the disease as eliminated in India in 2005, was a major mistake in the fight against it

Did you know leprosy patients can be detained for unspecified periods?

A new Bill will amend all laws that discriminate against leprosy patients, but the list is long

Law commission report demands more rights for persons affected by leprosy

The report, sent to the law ministry, also contains a draft law with provisions to eliminate discrimination

Leprosy looms

Latest survey dismisses government’s claims of disease elimination