World Leprosy Day: Myths Still Prevalent Around The Disease

WORLD LEPROSY DAY: The infectious disease is caused by a specific type of bacteria, called Mycobacterium leprae that targets the human body’s nervous system. World Leprosy Day is observed on the last Sunday in the month of January every year. The day aims to create awareness about a disease that still has many misconceptions surrounding it. Leprosy, also called Hansen’s disease, is one of the oldest diseases known to mankind. The day is also observed to educate people about the condition, the plight of people suffering from it, and the treatment options available. Another major problem is the social discrimination against leprosy patients prevailing in many countries. World Leprosy Day is an attempt to enable the people suffering from this condition to live a normal life.

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