WORLD LEPROSY ERADICATION DAY - 2022 - Indirani College of Nursing, Ariyur, Puducherry

Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae, an acid-fast, rod-shaped bacillus. The disease mainly affects the skin, the peripheral nerves, mucosa of the upper respiratory tract, and the eyes. Leprosy is curable and treatment in the early stages can prevent disability

WORLD LEPROSY ERADICATION DAY - 2022 - Indirani College of Nursing, Ariyur, Puducherry
WORLD LEPROSY ERADICATION DAY - 2022 - Indirani College of Nursing, Ariyur, Puducherry
WORLD LEPROSY ERADICATION DAY - 2022 - Indirani College of Nursing, Ariyur, Puducherry

Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae, an acid-fast, rod-shaped bacillus. The disease mainly affects the skin, the peripheral nerves, mucosa of the upper respiratory tract, and the eyes. Leprosy is curable and treatment in the early stages can prevent disability

Every year the last Sunday of January is dedicated to the observation of World Leprosy Day. 'United for Dignity' the theme of this year, This theme stems from the drive to make everyone realise that people affected by leprosy are entitled to lead a dignified life free from stigma.

In commemoration of World Leprosy Eradication Day, Indirani college of nursing has organized World Leprosy Eradication Day on January 02.02.2022 at 11.30 am – 12.30 pm. The program was planned and organized under the guidance of Principal Prof. Dr. Malliga Kannan, and it was greatly supported by Dr.R. Rajeswari IQAC coordinator cum vice principal of the Institution.

The programme was coordinated by M.Sc Nursing I Year students and prepared a short film to create awareness regarding leprosy among the students and public. Organized Health education programme at PHC Reddiarpalayam to sensitize the public about the modes of spread and ways to prevent Leprosy. Students are encouraged and appreciated by giving e- certificates and the programme came to an end by 12.30 pm. This program was organized by Mrs. Saranya T, Lecturer in medical surgical nursing department with cheerful spirits.The beneficiaries were  appreciated students and organizers.

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