Integrated Approach to Control Leprosy, Buruli Ulcer and Yaws

Country: Democratic Republic of Congo

Location(s): Kongo Central, Haut Uele and Maniema Provinces

This project seeks to explore different methods/approaches to detect more NTD cases at lower cost in the context of DR Congo to reduce the burden of morbidity and impairments associated with leprosy, yaws and Buruli ulcer.

ILEP Members involved

American Leprosy Missions
Deborah Mensah

Damien Foundation Belgium
Pierre Umba

The Leprosy Mission
Yvonne Kuavo

Partners

Physical facilities involved

IME Kimpese Hospital