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WHO Sends Leprosy Meds to Nigeria Amid Shortages

3/10/2025

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Nigeria is set to receive crucial leprosy medications for the first time in a year, beginning this weekend, thanks to the World Health Organization. Despite over 2,000 annual cases, new regulations have led to alarming supply shortages. The WHO is calling on Nigeria to temporarily ease testing policies to combat this treatable disease effectively.

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Nigeria is set to receive crucial leprosy medications for the first time in a year, beginning this weekend, thanks to the World Health Organization. Despite over 2,000 annual cases, new regulations have led to alarming supply shortages. The WHO is calling on Nigeria to temporarily ease testing policies to combat this treatable disease effectively.