Jakarta, Jan. 15 -- WHO Honorary Ambassador for Leprosy Elimination Yohei Sasakawa reaffirmed his commitment to combat leprosy in Indonesia through the Sasakawa Health Foundation (SHF).

He stressed that leprosy should not be viewed as a curse and requires support from all members of society.

"The most important thing is to treat and free patients from discrimination while showing sympathy. I hope all parties, including the government and community organizations, can work together to eliminate leprosy in Indonesia," Sasakawa said in a statement received in Jakarta on Thursday.

Sasakawa expressed concern about the spread of leprosy in Indonesia. The country ranks among the top three globally with the highest number of sufferers.

He note...