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Leprosy stigma is a type of social stigma, a strong negative feeling towards a person with leprosy relating to their moral status in society. It is also referred to as leprosy-related stigma, leprostigma, and stigma of leprosy. Since ancient times, leprosy instilled the practice of fear and avoidance in many … See more
Stigma surrounding Hansen's disease often favored society and sacrificed the individual rights of those afflicted. Numerous societies … See more
The Star
Stanley Stein, a blind patient at the national leprosarium at Carville, started The Star, a … See moreLeprosy stigma has been associated with the disease for most of its history and has been universal. In Western Europe, it reached its peak … See more
Biblical references
In The Book of Leviticus, Leviticus 13 states "But if the bright spot is white on the skin of his body, and it does not appear to be deeper than the … See more• Infolep Leprosy Information Services gives a subject guide on leprosy related stigma.
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WEBDec 10, 2021 · This article aims to investigate about the social stigma and the prejudice of society towards the patients with leprosy, but also to understand how this infectious …
- DOI: 10.53854/liim-2904-18
- Published: 2021
- Publication: Infez Med. 2021; 29(4): 623-632.
Leprosy stigma & the relevance of emergent therapeutic options
WEBThe stigma in leprosy is at three levels - the patients (self-perceived stigma), the relatives and the community. A study from Nepal noted that varied myths still surround the …
- Author: Kabir Sardana, Ananta Khurana
- Publish Year: 2020
Stigma Related to Leprosy – A Scientific View
WEBLeprosy-related stigma is perhaps the oldest form of disease-related stigma known to man and, along with stigma against persons with mental illness, epilepsy, and, more …
Leprosy - World Health Organization (WHO)
WEBJan 27, 2023 · Leprosy is curable and treatment in the early stages can prevent disability. Apart from the physical deformity, persons affected by leprosy also face stigmatization …
Abandoning the stigma of leprosy - The Lancet
WEBFeb 2, 2019 · The positive images portrayed in the New Face of Leprosy Project offer powerful human stories for overcoming stigma. Participants talk of the importance of adhering to treatment, as well as overcoming …
Stigma in leprosy: concepts, causes and determinants - PubMed
WEBReported causes and determinants of stigma related to leprosy are the external manifestations of the disease, cultural and religious beliefs, fear of transmission, …
WEBNov 25, 2020 · Stigma and Discrimination Against People Affected by Leprosy. Dr. Mimi M. Lusli. Global leprosy strategy 2021-2030. WHO –South East Asia, 30 October 2020. …
Perceived stigma of leprosy among community members and …
WEBDec 27, 2018 · Stigma is a dynamic process resulting from the interaction between physical attributes caused by leprosy and the existing stereotypes in a community. Leprosy has …
WEBLeprosy-related stigma is perhaps the oldest form of disease-related stigma known to man and, along with sigma against persons with mental illness, epilepsy, and, more …
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