Report Indicates Rise in Leprosy Cases in Rautahat District
Summary
Leprosy cases in Rautahat district have increased recently with 167 patients identified since fiscal year 2081/82, including 32 new cases since July. Treatment is available at municipal health institutions and awareness is needed to combat stigma.
Key Points
- Leprosy patient numbers in Rautahat have increased recently compared to past years.
- 167 leprosy patients were identified since fiscal year 2081/82, with 32 new cases since July of the current fiscal year.
- The highest leprosy cases are in Yamunamai Rural Municipality, Katahariya, and Madhavnarayan Municipality.
- Treatment is available at municipal health institutions, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and medication to cure leprosy.
