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You can search 953 leprosy-related documents by keyword, era, and country.

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Connecting the history and records of
Hansen's disease to the future

This website was created as part of a global project promoted by the International Leprosy Association to preserve and publish historical records related to leprosy since 1847. It provides researchers and the general public with access to valuable materials and opportunities to learn about the struggles of people who fought against the disease and their cultural backgrounds. The aim is to preserve the often forgotten history of leprosy and pass on its memory to future generations.

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This website was created as part of a global project promoted by the International Leprosy Association to preserve and publish historical records related
to leprosy since 1847. It provides researchers and the general public with access to valuable materials and opportunities to learn about the struggles of
people who fought against the disease and their cultural backgrounds. The aim is to preserve the often forgotten history of leprosy and pass on its
memory to future generations.

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