Leprosy in Colombia: A look from life experience.

Journal: International health

Volume: 16

Issue: Supplement_1

Year of Publication: 2024

Affiliated Institutions:  Universidad Católica de ColombiaMg. Gestión social, Bogota, Colombia. Higher College of Telecommunications, Bogota, Colombia.

Abstract summary 

Leprosy continues to be stigmatized, causing harm to fundamental rights, pain and hopelessness in those who have suffered from it and their families. From its relationship with public and mental health, effective strategies must be implemented to reduce stigma and unlearn myths and wrong perceptions, support families, and improve quality of life through early care and detection. This article shows that those affected by leprosy are capable, functional people with much to contribute to society anywhere in the world.

Authors & Co-authors:  Mora Angarita

Study Outcome 

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Citations : 
Authors :  2
Identifiers
Doi : 10.1093/inthealth/ihae014
SSN : 1876-3405
Study Population
Male,Female
Mesh Terms
Humans
Other Terms
Colombia;leprosy;mental health;stigma
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Study Approach
Country of Study
Publication Country
England