Every 2 minutes
Someone is diagnosed with leprosy
Leprosy is curable!
With a full course of multi drug therapy
60% of leprosy cases are in India
Leprosy is also prevalent in Africa and South East Asia
Early diagnosis and treatment
Can help avoid permanent disability
The Projects You Support
Strengthening Integrated Neglected Tropical Disease Contol in Zamfara
- This project aims to increase access to quality leprosy, lymphatic filariasis (LF) and disability services within an integrated health system for communities in Zamfara, Nigeria. The project worked closely with the Nigerian Government’s Department of Heal
The Kothara and Salur Community Hospitals
- The Kothara and Salur Hospitals continue to provide medical care to people affected by Leprosy. For many years, the teams have offered free, life-changing treatment and surgery, giving them the chance to rebuild their lives.
School Screening Blitz in Timor-Leste
- Your support means any cases identified can be stopped from being contagious within 24-48 hours. By finding cases early, we will prevent disability, stop leprosy spreading and bring real hope of eradicating this ancient disease in Timor-Leste forever.
Products That Make A Difference
Eucalyptus and Lavender Hand Wash
On Sale $13.00
Bennetto Fair Trade Dark Chocolate with Raspberries
On Sale $8.00
I Used to Know that: History Book
On Sale $12.00
Wild Peach Chutney
On Sale $10.00
Lavender Heat Pack - Oriental Garden
On Sale $25.00
Jala Jala Lemon Myrtle White Chocolate
On Sale $14.00
Spring Tulips Set of 4 cards
On Sale $9.00
Milk Chocolate Speckles
On Sale $15.00
Awesome Birthday Pop-Up Card
On Sale $11.70
Family Heart
On Sale $40.00
Musical Jumbo Wooden Xylophone
On Sale $28.00
Recycled Cotton Khadi Bag Backpack
On Sale $30.00
2022 Blessings Postcard Calendar
On Sale $8.00
Gingerbread Mini Folk Biscuits
On Sale $9.00
Whittard Christmas Tea Bags
On Sale $10.00
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