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Prevention of leprosy Infolep

WEBBoth dapsone and acedapsone have to be given for a prolonged period (Reveiz, Buendía and Téllez, 2009). SDR-PEP, however, is a single dose, which reduces the risk of …

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Weekly epidemiological record

WEBWeekly epidemiological record - Global leprosy (Hansen disease) update, 2022: new paradigm – control to elimination

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3. What are the causes of stigma

WEBFear. Fear is a common cause of stigma. This may be fear of catching a disease that is infectious (or perceived to be so), such as leprosy, HIV/AIDS or most of the NTDs. In the …

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Global leprosy update, 2018: moving towards a leprosy-free world

WEBGlobal leprosy update, 2018: moving towards a leprosy-free world. Weekly epidemiological record. 2019; Download PDF.

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Stigma in leprosy: concepts, causes and determinants. Infolep

WEBReported causes and determinants of stigma related to leprosy are the external manifestations of the disease, cultural and religious beliefs, fear of transmission, …

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Leprosy for medical practitioners and paramedical workers

WEBLeprosy for medical practitioners and paramedical workers. Leprosy is still one of the major public health problems in some developing countries. For centuries leprosy patients …

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2. Why does stigma exist

WEBThe process of stigma that identifies individuals or groups (with certain physical, behavioural or social characteristics) as outside of what is normal or acceptable promotes the …

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Stigma guidelines Infolep

WEBThe Guidelines to reduce stigma were produced as an output of the Stigma Research Workshop, hosted in October 2010 in Amsterdam. The first Guide provides basic …

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6. What are the effects of stigma

WEBStigma or anticipation of stigma may cause affected people to conceal their condition. The burden of keeping this secret, of being ever watchful and careful, taking evasive actions …

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Protecting the neglected from disease: the role of gender, health

WEBPoverty and inequality are both the starting point, and the ultimate outcome, for most neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). As a group of 20 diseases, NTDs are typified by …

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Impact of leprosy on the quality of life. Infolep

WEBAnalyses of economic status versus the QOL scores clearly showed that they were positively correlated. The study revealed that quality of life decreased progressively in …

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On the origin of leprosy. Infolep

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One Health Joint Plan of Action (2022–2026): Working together for …

WEBThe Quadripartite Organizations – the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the World …

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Impact of basic psychological support on stigma and mental well …

WEBBackground: People with leprosy and lymphatic filariasis (LF)-related disabilities experience higher levels of poor mental well-being compared with the general community.Mental …

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Guides on Stigma and Mental Wellbeing Infolep

WEBThese Guides on Stigma and Mental Wellbeing are a co-production of the International Federation of Anti-Leprosy Associations (ILEP) and the Neglected Tropical Disease …

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5. How does it feel to experience stigma

WEBThe feelings of being stigmatised include shame, feeling rejected, feeling insulted, feeling discredited by others, depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts. These feelings are very …

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7. Effects of stigma and discrimination on mental wellbeing

WEBIt is estimated that one in two persons affected by NTDs will experience depression, anxiety and/or suicidal thoughts at some point in their lives. This is a much higher prevalence …

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Common skin diseases in Africa : an illustrated guide

WEBAbstract. This updated, photo-illustrated guide, which covers Southern, East and West Africa, provides a quick and easy reference for diagnosis and management of common …

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