This project tests an innnovative model that aims to accelerate 2030 WHO targets by substantially reducing the burden of selected skin-NTDs including leprosy and managing the needs throughout the entire continuum of care in Jamui district of Bihar state.
ASPIRE is a five-year project, assessing the burden of leprosy, lymphatic filariasis, post-kala-azar dermal leishmaniosis, cutaneous leishmaniosis, visceral leishmaniosis, scabies and fungal diseases and creating integrated approach to tackle skin-NTDs across the entire continuum of care, facilitating cross-sectoral approaches and […]
Reducing inequalities and creating an enabling environment for people affected by Leprosy to live as equal citizen of India.
active case-finding , referral and follow-up in communities around 8 leprosy colonies
Active case-finding in communities of Maharashtra
Active case-finding in community of Dharavi in Mumbai, training of health workers and local community volunteers, referral to leprosy centres, community awareness
Secondary level care referral center for leprosy
The project aims to improve : the quality of comprehensive health services for leprosy through the general healthcare services; the awareness of the community about leprosy, with a special focus on stigma reduction and inclusion; the access to social security […]