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Leprosy (Hansen disease)

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Research

  • Evaluate elimination methods used and establish why the disease has persisted.
  • Possible misdiagnosis: Are leprosy cases being confused with ringworms?

Intervention

  • Enhance knowledge of diagnostic methods among health workers in districts with high case numbers.
  • Examine the supply chain of leprosy drugs in affected districts.

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Leprosy

Distribution of Leprosy in Uganda

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