The project aims to provide health coverage to the population of four districts of India (Vizianagaram, Srikakulam and Visakhapatnam in the state of Andrah Pradesh; and Koraput district in the state of Orissa), highly endemic in leprosy. The population of […]
Comprehensive leprosy care through strengthening and streamlining referral services in low-resource settings. Strengthening early case detection, improvement of treatment adherence.
In the project, supported by Fontilles, people affected by leprosy with disabilities are treated through reconstructive surgery; Orthopedic footwear is provided to those who need it and workshops and self-help groups are set up to facilitate physical and socioeconomic rehabilitation, […]
To preserve the history of leprosy treatment and rehabilitation in India, beginning with SIHRC’s 68 years of contributions, while promoting education, human rights awareness, and research initiatives in the field of leprosy and related areas.
Improved health and inclusive development of people affected by leprosy and other marginalized people
Kolkata hospital is a tertiary hospital that provides quality care for people affected by leprosy, as well as other community members who need medical treatment. Kolkata hospital also provides a wide range of outreach services providing medical care to hard-to-reach […]
Economic progress and Inclusion of people affected by Leprosy and Disabilities through Vocational Training and Employment Support
The project has three objectives: on the one hand, the promotion and improvement of the understanding of the disease through education and awareness in different schools and communities; secondly, to evaluate the sources of the social stigma linked to the […]
Improved health and inclusive development of people affected by leprosy and other marginalized people
It is a cluster-randomised controlled trial, with the objective for stopping the transmission of M. leprae in the project intervention areas, by demonstrating the effectiveness and efficacy of the enhanced post-exposure prophylaxis regimen (PEP++) compared to Post Exposure Prophylaxis with […]
Improve the health and quality of life of people affected by leprosy.
This project provides support throughout the continuum of care: active case finding, facilitation into treatment, complications management, ulcer care, footwear distribution, pre- / post -operative care for reconstructive surgeries; prevention of disability, socio-economic rehabilitation and promotion of patients’ rights through […]
This project proposes to improve awareness on NTDs and WASH through training community leaders who can influence the health practices and health seeking behaviour of their local communities. By empowering community leaders with simple but effective information, the project hopes […]
This project provides support throughout the continuum of care: active case finding, facilitation into treatment, complications management, ulcer care, footwear distribution, pre- / post -operative care for reconstructive surgeries; prevention of disability, socio-economic rehabilitation and promotion of patients’ rights through […]
The project is focused on providing technical support to the State Leprosy Office team and training of health staff in case detection and disability care. Also facilitating care to referral centres for difficult-to diagnose cases, complications management and reconstructive surgeries. […]
This project provides support throughout the continuum of care: active case finding, facilitation into treatment, complications management, ulcer care, footwear distribution, pre- / post -operative care for reconstructive surgeries; prevention of disability, socio-economic rehabilitation and promotion of patients’ rights through […]
This project provides support throughout the continuum of care: active case finding, facilitation into treatment, complications management, ulcer care, footwear distribution, pre- / post -operative care for reconstructive surgeries; prevention of disability, socio-economic rehabilitation and promotion of patients’ rights through […]
This project provides support throughout the continuum of care: active case finding, facilitation into treatment, complications management, ulcer care, footwear distribution, pre- / post -operative care for reconstructive surgeries; prevention of disability, socio-economic rehabilitation and promotion of patients’ rights through […]
To improve the overall health and well-being of persons affected by leprosy through providing holistic, need-based care and thereby supporting the National Leprosy Program (NLEP) to progress towards zero leprosy in India.
Goal of National LEPROSY Eradication ProgramGovernment Health System have improved capacity to address the health service needs of people affected by leprosy
Naini hospital is a renowned leprosy hospital providing quality tertiary care for patients with leprosy, as well as other diseases including skin diseases, diabetes, and cardiac diseases. Naini hospital also provides a wide range of outreach services providing medical care […]
Teritiary level care center for leprosy
The aim is to assess adherence levels (quantiative), and contributory factors (qualiative), to MDT adherence among 160-200 patients currently on MDT treatment in three Referral Centres, and make recommendations on how to appropriately improve MDT adherence .
Study into the experiences of mental health difficulties and understandings of recovery for individuals living with Leprosy in India
To prevent disability in people affected by leprosy, reduce leprosy transmission and address issues of dignity by strengthening on-going control and treatment services.
The Primary Objective is compare the effectiveness of footwear made using standard MCR footwear and enhanced MCR footwear tailored according to baropodometric assessment taken at the community level, in terms of change in the number of weeks per year spent […]
The work at the center is complemented by detection and prevention activities in the communities near the Hospital and in some neighborhoods of Surat, where groups of former leprosy patients and their families are concentrated and with whom we work […]
GMLF & MODE, with the support of the Fontilles Foundation, has launched the mobile clinic project to fight leprosy among the dispersed population that has difficulty accessing a health center.
Improved health and inclusive development of people affected by leprosy and other marginalized people
100% screening of targeted population for leprosy diagnosis, treatment and MDT compliance
Jagruti Phase 2 project is the scale up of women- led,digital technology enabled interventions, designed to reduce the risk of transmission and the negative impact of NTDs among at-risk communities in endemic blocks in Bihar, India through Self Support Groups […]
Develop an integrated user friendly programing interface to utilize the dynamic plantar pressure acquired through foot tactile sensors in fabricating orthosis that are customized.
To reduce the leprosy and lymphatic filariasis (LF) disease burden in four Bihari Districts, and, in particular, to prevent disabilities caused by the two diseases.
This project supports the extablishment of a Bachelor of Physiotherapy program at the TLM Community Hospital at Naini (Prayagraj)
The project seeks to eliminate leprosy and improve the quality of life of people affected by the disease, favoring their social integration in Bangalore (Karnataka state).
Teritiary level care center for leprosy
Important leprosy referral centre. The project provides tertiary care for leprosy including RCS and ulcer management.
Scholarship program for higher and professional education for children from leprosy-affected families
The project supports adults and children affected by leprosy and other disabilities to pursue education, after-school programs, sustainable livelihoods, and find dignity in living through active participation in governance and leadership roles.