Nuhu was ready to sacrifice his own health for his family. Thankfully, he didn't have to.

The Leprosy Mission believes that persons affected by leprosy should be welcome and integrated into any society. There is no need to isolate any person affected by leprosy.

We are working towards a goal of ensuring persons affected by leprosy will be included in society and will have equal access to their full rights and entitlements.

How does a broader medical focus help us to achieve our goal of zero leprosy? Dr Rajeev Nathan, Medical Superintendent of TLM Community Hospital, New Delhi, explains more.

A look at how we partner with the UN to achieve justice and equal rights for persons affected by leprosy.

Leprosy has been found in animals in different locations across the world, including in nine banded armadillos, red squirrels, and chimpanzees.