World Leprosy Day is observed every year on the last Sunday in January. Leprosy is a rare, chronic disease that is caused by infection with the bacterium mycobacterium leprae. Over 20,000 people are diagnosed with leprosy every year. Leprosy is curable with medications. We observe world leprosy day to raise awareness of a disease that is often misunderstood. The following are common symptoms of leprosy: Pale-colored skin sores Lumps and bumps that are present for several weeks Loss of feeling …
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“Mental health” is a tricky phrase. It often carries implications of weakness, or being ‘less than,’ and trails behind it decades of undeserved stigma. In actuality, mental health is …
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March 8 is International Women’s Day and to celebrate, we’d like to showcase a local organization making a big difference in the lives of women. This week’s guest post is …