• Leprosy, an enduring infectious ailment, is instigated by Mycobacterium leprae bacteria.
• It primarily impacts the skin and peripheral nerves, potentially leading to lasting disabilities if not addressed.
• Transmission occurs through droplets from the nose and mouth in close, frequent contact with untreated cases.
• Fortunately, leprosy is treatable with multidrug therapy (MDT).
• Cases of leprosy are documented across all six World Health Organization (WHO) Regions, with a significant number of new instances annually detected in South-East Asia.

Please refer to WHO webpage for more information:

https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/leprosy