The International Lepramism Mission was founded by a wealthy Irish man, Wellesley Cosby Bailey (1846-1937) and his wife Alice Graham. Father Damian (1840-1889), Mother Teresa of Calcutta (1910-1997), Princess Diana of Wales (1961-1997).
The story of Anil's recovery. Twelve-year-old Anil, from Kristokulam, India, had a very tough childhood. He now lives with his grandparents and studies at a nearby school.
Gillian, the Director of the New Zealand Leprosy Society, met Maya six years ago at the Rose House, the rehabilitation unit of Anandaban Hospital.
"Walk a mile in my shoes and you'll understand what it means to be a leper!" I am Taranath from Nepal. I grew up not far from Kathmandu.
Around the world, we are shocked by the heartbreaking news of the devastation of the Covid epidemic in India. Help is urgently needed!
Agostino was diagnosed with leprosy in his youth and almost went blind as a result. He is now cured and even has a job! He tends his vegetables and brings them to market.
We dream of a world without leprosy, where no one is diagnosed with leprosy anymore.
In 2021, screening will be the focus of our projects in Congo and India. Screening is the "gateway" to detection and cure.
The story of Zawadi. While war devastated the surrounding countries, Congo's beautiful island of Idjwe was spared from the war.
His sense of humour is a source of joy to everyone he meets. He brings life and hope to his village of Namatu, where he has lived with his family for 70 years as a respected farmer.
The last Sunday in January each year, "World Leprosy Day", is a time of hope for our patients. They look to us to represent them worldwide.
The spouses love each other dearly, even though they have both been through difficult years. They are able to live in their own home thanks to doctors and supporters.
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