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Leprosy stigma fades as new view of Kalaupapa forms
The Kalaupapa settlement chief says leprosy is no longer legally segregated worldwide and that isolated colonies are unnecessary. Experts note the disease can be cured with drugs, but stigma keeps victims rooted in communities, while new cases arise from immigration and awareness improves diagnoses.
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Oliver Hasselblad
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World Health Organization
Southeast Asia
Public Health Service Hospital
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