Stigma

January 20, 2026
Why Does Leprosy Stigma Still Exist?
Each year, more than 200,000 people are diagnosed with leprosy, around 548 people every single day. While leprosy is curable,…
January 12, 2026
Beyond the Disease: Effect Hope’s Role in the Global Fight Against Stigma
For over a century, the battle against leprosy, one of 21 neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) — has been about far more than the disease itself. The fight against leprosy goes far beyond…

