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Leprosy outbreak in Negeri Sembilan: Here’s everything you need to know about the disease
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Leprosy Outbreak in Negeri Sembilan: State Implements Quarantine Measures
In response to a recent leprosy outbreak, Negeri Sembilan authorities have quarantined two Orang Asli villages, Kampung ...
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Leprosy cases resurface in Kano, govt urges early detection
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Leprosy: With a rare case recorded in Ireland last year, how contagious is it and can it be treated?
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Leprosy: Situation in Kuala Pilah under control, no need to isolate patients, says Health Ministry
SEREMBAN: The leprosy situation in the two Orang Asli villages in Kuala Pilah near here is under control and there is no need ...
Leprosy cases detection camps to be held till February 28
As part of the 14-day Leprosy Case Detection Campaign (LCDC) 2025, leprosy case detection camps are being held in 10 taluks and within the Corporation limits until February 28.
No need to isolate leprosy patients in village, says ministry
SEREMBAN: The leprosy situation in the two Orang Asli villages in Kuala Pilah near here is under control, with no necessity to isolate the eight patients, said the Health Ministry.