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National leprosy eradication program
The National Leprosy Eradication Program (NLEP) in India aims to eliminate leprosy through early case detection and treatment. It provides free diagnosis and multi-drug therapy for leprosy patients. Major activities include case detection, disability prevention, awareness campaigns, and training of health workers. The global strategy for 2016-2020 aims for zero disabilities among new cases and less than 1 case of visible deformity per million people. New initiatives under NLEP include preventive treatment for contacts, a leprosy vaccine, a quarterly newsletter, GIS mapping of cases, and the SPARSH awareness campaign. The program focuses on eliminating leprosy nationwide through comprehensive care and community engagement.
