Ranchi, Nov. 10 -- As part of the National Leprosy Eradication Programme (NLEP), a Leprosy Awareness and Detection Campaign was launched in Ranchi on Monday.
The campaign was formally flagged off from the Civil Surgeon's Office, Ranchi by District Leprosy Officer Dr. Seema Gupta, with the objective of identifying leprosy patients and promoting public awareness about the disease and its free treatment facilities.
The awareness vehicle was dispatched to spread information across the district regarding leprosy symptoms, early diagnosis, and available government healthcare support.
The campaign will be conducted from November 10 to 26, covering all blocks of the district.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Gupta, emphasized the importance of ear...