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About Leprosy

The Leprosy Mission Canada is dedicated to bringing the cure to as many people with leprosy as possible. This section will help you to understand the medical, historical and social realities of leprosy. Please also read the stories of individuals whose lives have been impacted by this disease.

What is Leprosy?

Learn what leprosy is and how to recognize it.

The Cure

In 1982, a cure for leprosy was discovered. Go to this page to read more about it.

Caring for the Whole Person

This page describes other ways that TLM works with leprosy patients.

History of Leprosy

Read about the effects that leprosy has had throughout history on this page.

Leprosy FAQ

Have a question about leprosy? Read this page to find out the answer.

Images of Leprosy

See pictures of how leprosy damages the human body.

Life with Leprosy

Learn about how TLM has helped people with leprosy.

 

 


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