Leprosy

After demolition of the lone leprosy ward, patients suffer due to lack of proper treatment, says Dr Arif

KMC says decision taken during Governor Tessori’s visit

Over 30,000 people have been reported infected with the disease in the last two years

Health experts say control does not mean disease has been eradicated

This year only six new cases were reported to Lady Reading Hospital (LRH)

42% of leprosy cases reported in Pakistan in 2018 were from Sindh

Dr Ruth Pfau, a German nun who dedicated her life to eradicating leprosy in Pakistan

All her possessions will be showcased for everyone to see

Marie Adelaide Leprosy Centre organises briefing to mark World Leprosy Day

Consul-general addresses German Unity Day event, speaks about mutual cooperation

Today, many continue to suffer and live in isolation as the disease continues to haunt them

Patients say the quality of the services provided at the hospital is poor, food has to be donated

Patient recalls how Dr Ruth Pfau convinced a court that leprosy was not communicable

Life for patients in Lepers’ Colony is no ride in the park

He has set up a big nursery at the hospital in Manghopir to support his family, keep busy

State funeral will be held on August 19

Dr Ruth Pfau may be gone, but her legacy will live on at the centre for years to come

Her work towards the eradication of leprosy in Pakistan was lauded at the German consulate