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The Leprosy Mission

An international Christian charity, founded in 1874, and aiming to eradicate the causes and consequences of leprosy. History, statistics, annual review, getting involved and information on leprosy.

ILEP - International Federation of Anti-Leprosy Associations

Consists of 17 autonomous non-governmental organisations, based in 13 countries. The ILEP member organisations carry out field project and research work. Features organisation information, field work, research, publications and documents, FAQ on leprosy, and news.

Indian Development Foundation

Voluntary organisation dedicated to leprosy eradication in India. Includes facts, news, events and photographs.

eMedicine - Leprosy

Article by Felisa S. Lewis, MD, Theresa Conologue DO, and Elyse Harrop, MD, covering the history, pathophysiology, frequency, causes and treatment of this disease, with bibliography.

LEPRA Health in Action

British organization whose mission is to restore health, hope and dignity to people affected by leprosy and other diseases of poverty. Includes news, events and projects. Publishes Leprosy Review, which can be read online with Adobe Reader.

The Leprosy Mission Northern Ireland

Includes information, news and events, as well as a children's section.

Kalaupapa National Historical Park

A park on the island of Molokai in Hawaii, it serves as an ongoing reminder of the islands' struggle with Hansen's Disease (leprosy). Includes a history of leprosy settlements at Kalaupapa and at Kalawao.