New Delhi: Leprosy Prevention Day is celebrated on 30 January every year all over the world. Let us tell you that this day is celebrated on the occasion of the death anniversary of the father of the nation, Mahatma Gandhi. We all know that Gandhi was very kind. He looked at everyone with equal eyes. There was a lot of discrimination in the society regarding leprosy patients, Gandhiji has made a lot of efforts to end this discrimination and to give equal rights and respect to the leprosy patients in the society.
Because of this, World Leprosy Day is celebrated on his death anniversary. Today, on the occasion of Leprosy Prevention Day, we give you important information related to it, let us know…..
Let us tell you that it was started by the social worker of France. Actually, Raul Foleiro started celebrating Leprosy Day in 1954. He (Gandhi ji’s kindness and affection towards leprosy patients) has dedicated this day to Gandhi ji.
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Know what is leprosy
Let us tell you that leprosy is a chronic infectious disease. It adversely affects the skin, respiratory system, eyes and nerves. This disease is caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium leprae. Its vaccine is available in modern times. Therefore leprosy is no longer contagious. However, being in constant contact with the patient increases the risk of getting infected.
For this, leprosy patients should be vaccinated. At the same time, the visitors of the patient must also take necessary precautions. In the past, there was such a belief about leprosy that this disease spreads by touching. This is completely wrong and misleading. This day is especially celebrated to connect leprosy patients with the society to give them equal rights.