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Leprosy (Hansen's Disease)

Diagnosis and management of Mycobacterium leprae infection.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
Infectious DiseasesDermatology

Clinical Guidelines

Global Leprosy (Hansen's disease) Strategy 2021–2030
National
Memorandum on leprosy 2023
National
Global Leprosy (Hansen's disease) Strategy 2021–2030
Local
Global Leprosy (Hansen's disease) Strategy 2021–2030
Local
Leprosy (Hansen's Disease) 2025 Case Definition
Local
Memorandum on leprosy 2023
Local

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