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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · 2d

Run the brilliant Zurich Barcelona Marathon and help transform the lives of people affected by leprosy and lymphatic filariasis.

📍 Barcelona
📅 15 March 2026
🎫 www.lepra.org.uk/events/barcelona-marathon

#BarcelonaMarathon #RunForACause #CharityRun #Barcelona #Marathon #Running

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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · 5d

25 children are diagnosed with leprosy every day. With your help, we can transform their lives.

Please donate today: www.lepra.org.uk/donate

#Donate #Children #Leprosy #India #Bangladesh

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Leprosy Review @leprosyreview.bsky.social · 5d

The Editorial Board of Leprosy Review welcome submissions of papers from all parts of the international research community. Find out how to submit your paper:

https://leprosyreview.org/review

#MedicalResearch #PublicHealth #GlobalHealth #Epidemiology #InfectiousDiseases #Research

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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · 9d

To celebrate the upcoming opening of the satellite healthcare centre in the tea gardens of Assam, India, Tea People are offering a 15% discount with the November issue of Lepra News for a limited period. Sign up to receive Lepra News and your discount code: www.lepra.org.uk/forms/newsletter-signup

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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · 11d

Over the course of 12 months, Ram noticed that he was starting to lose sensation in his right hand, & his skin was dry & pale. He ignored the symptoms and tried to keep it a secret, hoping things would improve. Read Ram's real life story: www.lepra.org.uk/real-life-stories/detail/ram

#IDSky #Health

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Leprosy Review @leprosyreview.bsky.social · 13d

🆕 New Article in Leprosy Review Vol 96/3

Translation & cross-cultural validation of four tools for assessing stigma among community members & self-esteem among persons affected by #leprosy in #Nigeria by Ngozi Murphy-Okpala et al: https://ow.ly/Whgh50X8vNN

#IDSky #Epidemiology #Health

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Leprosy Review @leprosyreview.bsky.social · 20d

📣New edition alert 📣

Leprosy Review Volume 96/3 is now available to access online:

https://leprosyreview.org/articles/96/3

All articles are available for free.

#IDSky #Research #Health #GlobalHealth #InfectiousDiseases

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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · 18d

Join in the BMW Berlin Marathon - an Abbott World Marathon Major - with its unique energy that radiates throughout the city💫 Run for Lepra & help transform the lives of people affected by leprosy & LF.

www.lepra.org.uk/events/berlin-marathon

#Berlin #BerlinMarathon #Marathon #Running

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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · 19d

This week we're at the ILEP Communications Network meeting in Paris. We're proud to join communication leaders & directors from international NGOs who share the same goal: building a world free from leprosy. Thank you to the Raoul Follereau Foundation for hosting this crucial meeting.
#IDSky #Health

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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · 25d

A new chapter in our story has been written by Lepra Volunteer and former colleague, Irene Allen.

BELRA to LEPRA chronicles a century of our work and is a testament to the compassion and progress that has shaped our mission over the past 100 years.

www.lepra.org.uk/news/article/belra-to-lepra

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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · 26d

Shah was newly married to Saleha when he first developed symptoms of leprosy. Saleha cares for his wounds daily. They attend counselling together & have gained strength to face the emotional impact of the disease. www.lepra.org.uk/real-life-stories/detail/shah

📷 Tom Bradley Photography

#IDSky

Living with leprosy: Shah's real-life story

Shah was newly married when he first developed symptoms of leprosy, he is grateful to his wife for her selfless support.

www.lepra.org.uk

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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · 27d

We're excited to announce a new corporate partnership with Haddenham Healthcare & Tea People to support the opening of 2 health centres in Assam, India. This partnership marks a significant step in access to healthcare services in one of India’s most underserved regions.

https://bit.ly/42CJhJt

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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · Sep 25

With compassion and support from a Mental Motivator - a community volunteer with basic mental health training - Firoza gained strength and inspiration through her journey of recovery.

📷 Tom Bradley Photography

#Leprosy #MentalHealth #Health #Bangladesh #GlobalHealth

Living with leprosy: Firoza

Divorced by her husband due to a leprosy diagnosis, Firoza felt suicidal but with support from Lepra's Mind to Heart project, she regained positive mental health.

www.lepra.org.uk

Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · Sep 25

“She has taught me breathing exercises, and it helps to have someone to really listen. These days I’m feeling much better, and more motivated.”

Read Firoza's story: www.lepra.org.uk/real-life-stories/detail/firoza

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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · Sep 22

3/3 The findings from Lepra’s UPLIFT study on community-based groups will also be presented by LEPRA Society Project Manager Alok Kumar Roy.

Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · Sep 22

2/3 Together with the Brighton and Sussex Medical School and The Leprosy Mission Trust India, Lepra are giving an interactive workshop which explores ways of integrating community voices - especially those impacted by stigmatising skin NTDs - into national strategies and policy.

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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · Sep 22

1/3 We're delighted to be attending the upcoming Neglected Tropical Disease NGO Network (NNN) Conference taking place in Kampala, Uganda.

#Leprosy #NGO #Kampala #Uganda #SkinNTDs #NNN2025 #IDSky

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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · Sep 18

Being part of our faith-based appeals is a great way for your faith community to make a real impact & can change the lives of thousands of men, women and children who have been affected by leprosy.

More info: www.lepra.org.uk/get-involved/fundraise/give-through-your-faith

📷 Tom Bradley Photography

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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · Sep 16

Setting yourself a challenge for 2026? 📆 👟

Take a look at these sell-out running events and book your place now. Every mile you pass and every sponsor you receive, will help transform the lives of people affected by leprosy & LF.

www.lepra.org.uk/events/category/fundraising-events

#RunForCharity

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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · Sep 15

In our new free to use educational video for schools, students will learn about the physical, social & emotional impact of leprosy.

Download the full video & other free teaching resources: www.lepra.org.uk/get-involved/fundraise/school-fundraising

#SchoolFundraising #Charity #Teachers #Teaching

Schools Fundraising for Lepra

We are delighted to have your support and invite you to download our range of resources to help with your school fundraising. To get started why not take a look at our school fundraising activities.

www.lepra.org.uk

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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · Sep 9

Interested in submitting a research paper to @leprosyreview.bsky.social? Find out how below ⬇

#IDSky #GlobalHealth #Health #PublicHealth #Epidemiology

Leprosy Review @leprosyreview.bsky.social · Sep 9

The Editorial Board of @leprosyreview.bsky.social welcome submissions of papers from all parts of the international research community. Find out how to submit your paper:

leprosyreview.org/review

#MedicalResearch #PublicHealth #GlobalHealth #Epidemiology #InfectiousDiseases #Research

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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · Sep 8

It costs £15 to keep a van on the road for a whole day, reaching families who would otherwise be left without help.

Your donation today means more people can recognise the signs of disease early, get treatment in time & protect their loved ones.

www.lepra.org.uk/donate

Make a donation to support us

Today, 500 people will be diagnosed with leprosy; 28 of those will be children - help support Lepra today with a regular or monthly donation.

www.lepra.org.uk

Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · Sep 8

Every day, our health education vans travel deep into remote villages in India & Bangladesh, bringing life-changing information about leprosy & lymphatic filariasis where clinics are scarce or non-existent.

www.lepra.org.uk/donate

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Leprosy Review @leprosyreview.bsky.social · Aug 7

The @leprosyreview.bsky.social archive is an invaluable resource for anyone studying leprosy, infectious diseases, or global health. Discover leprosy research going back to 1928 for free: leprosyreview.org/volumes

#IDSky #MedSky #GlobalHealth #Reseach #InfectiousDiseases #OpenAccess

Three copies of Leprosy Notes are displayed face up across each other. The journal cover is orange/brown with the title Leprosy Notes in capitals.

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Lepra UK @leprauk.bsky.social · Sep 4

Years later Tohmina married Asir who is also affected by leprosy. Due to prejudice surrounding the disease, the couple faced eviction from their home multiple times.

Read Tohmina's story www.lepra.org.uk/real-life-stories/detail/tohmina

📷 Tom Bradley Photography

#Leprosy #Health #Prejudice #IDSky

Living with leprosy: Tohima's real-life story

Tohima and her husband, both affected by leprosy, are cared for by their teenage son

www.lepra.org.uk

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