WHO: Beat Leprosy

WHO: Beat Leprosy

The Sicanang leprosy settlement in Medan, North Sumatra Province, Indonesia, is being impacted by tidal floods on July 3, 2012. The World Health Organization is choosing ''Beat Leprosy'' as the theme for World Leprosy Day 2024. They are aiming to eradicate the stigma associated with leprosy and promote the dignity of people affected by the disease. The commemoration is serving as a reminder of the need to address the social and psychological aspects of leprosy, as well as the medical efforts to eliminate the disease. This call to action is encouraging the world to understand that leprosy is no longer a source of stigma, but rather an opportunity to demonstrate compassion and respect for all individuals. (Photo by Sutanta Aditya/NurPhoto)

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                  WHO: Beat Leprosy

                  WHO: Beat Leprosy

                  A patient with leprosy is smoking cigarettes during their hospitalization at Sicanang Leprosy Special Hospital in Medan, North Sumatra Province, Indonesia, on February 25, 2012. The World Health Organization is promoting ''Beat Leprosy'' as the theme for World Leprosy Day 2024. They are working to eradicate the stigma associated with leprosy and to uphold the dignity of those affected by the disease. The commemoration is serving as a reminder to address both the social and psychological aspects of leprosy, as well as the medical efforts to eliminate it. This initiative is encouraging the world to understand that leprosy should no longer be a source of stigma, but an opportunity to show compassion and respect for all individuals. (Photo by Sutanta Aditya/NurPhoto)
                    WHO: Beat Leprosy

                    WHO: Beat Leprosy

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                      WHO: Beat Leprosy

                      People are gathering at the Sicanang leprosy settlement in Medan, North Sumatra Province, Indonesia, on February 24, 2012. The World Health Organization is promoting ''Beat Leprosy'' as the theme for World Leprosy Day 2024. They are working to eradicate the stigma associated with leprosy and to promote the dignity of those affected by the disease. The commemoration is serving as a reminder of the importance of addressing both the social and psychological aspects of leprosy, as well as the medical efforts to eliminate it. This call to action is encouraging the world to understand that leprosy should no longer be a source of stigma, but an opportunity to show compassion and respect for all individuals. (Photo by Sutanta Aditya/NurPhoto)