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Effect Hope Has Signed The Kigali Declaration

Effect Hope Has Signed The Kigali Declaration

A Letter From Our CEO Kim Evans "I am excited to share that Effect Hope has signed and endorsed the Kigali Declaration on Neglected Tropical Diseases. This is a global political declaration that makes a bold call for the world to unite to end...

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Canada’s History With Leprosy

Canada’s History With Leprosy

Many Canadians are often surprised to learn that leprosy still exists. Leprosy is not something we often hear about at the doctor’s office or see people struggling with on the streets of our cities. Although leprosy is still around in many other...

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Why Effect Hope Is Committing To The Kigali Declaration

Why Effect Hope Is Committing To The Kigali Declaration

We are at a significant moment in history. We could solve one of the world's most pressing but often ignored health issues.   Imagine if the world, working together, could end the devastation of 20 diseases and conditions that affect over...

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Shiwani’s Transformation

Shiwani’s Transformation

About three years ago, Shiwani burnt her hand. She told her parents that she couldn’t feel any pain. She confessed that her eyelids were not shutting entirely and that she didn’t have any feeling in her feet, either. Shiwani was only 12 years old....

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When Jesus Saw People Affected By Leprosy

When Jesus Saw People Affected By Leprosy

Ten people affected by leprosy stood at a distance, isolated by disease and regarded with public disdain. They had heard about a man, Jesus, and couldn’t miss the chance to see Him. “Jesus, Master, have pity on us!” “When He saw them, He said, ‘Go,...

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Update On India

Update On India

COVID-19 Vaccines for people with leprosy & LF are making a difference already! **UPDATE - JULY 27* Vaccination roll-out remains strong: over 3000 people affected by leprosy and lymphatic filariasis have now received 2 doses.Pray that education...

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A prayer for the world’s health-care workers

A prayer for the world’s health-care workers

You may have seen videos of people banging pots and pans, or expressing gratitude in other ways to encourage and celebrate healthcare workers and their service on the frontlines of the Coronavirus response. They are heroes in Canada and they...

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