Leprosy is one of the oldest diseases known to humankind. It is also known as Hansen’s disease. The aim of this day is to raise awareness of a disease that many people believe to be extinct.

Around 210,000 new cases are diagnosed each year, and millions more people are living undiagnosed.

The aim of World Leprosy Day is to change this attitude and increase public awareness of the fact that leprosy can now be easily prevented and cured.

Get involved this January by:

• Making a donation
• Volunteering
• Organising a campaign
• Raising awareness on social media

For more information, visit: https://www.who.int/news-room/events/world-leprosy-day.