The new
outbreak is coming at a time when some donor agencies have completely withdrawn
their support in the fight against the disease in Nigeria.
According to The Leprosy Mission, an effective cure for leprosy has been available since 1982 in the form of multi-drug therapy.
According to The Leprosy Mission, an effective cure for leprosy has been available since 1982 in the form of multi-drug therapy.
Despite
the launch of a five -year National Leprosy and Buruli Ulcer Strategic Plan in
2016 by the Federal Government, seeking to eliminate the disease in endemic
states the disease still remains a menace in Northern Nigeria.
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