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Archives   2004

Myanmar   Health   Sciences   Research   Journal

Volume   16,  Number   1-3

TITLE:   Dissemination messages on leprosy.
AUTHOR:   Khynn Than Win; Than Tun Sein; Kyaw Nyunt Sein; San Hla Mu; Khin Maung Lay
SOURCE:   Myanmar Health Sciences Research Journal. 2004; 16(1-3): 56-57
ABSTRACT:   Leprosy continues to afflict a large number of people in the past years. However, it is now possible to eliminate it as a public health problem. The affected people not only face physical impairments but also stiffer psychosocial repercussions due to the community's attitude. The prevalence of leprosy has been reduced globally by 85% since 1985. It is estimated that about 2.5 million people affected by leprosy need to be detected and treated during the period 2000-2005. In Myanmar, preventing the occurrence of disabilities by early diagnosis, treatment, improved management of cases, and changing the negative image of leprosy are the important strategies. These are implemented through capacity building of basic health staff, leprosy vertical staff, voluntary health workers and members of Myanmar Maternal and Child Welfare Association (MMCWA) by flushing out hidden, unreported cases, MMCWA is a strong association and reaches down to the grass roots level in 321 townships. MCWA members were trained to take part in an innovative approach of disseminating leprosy related key messages to the community.
SUBJECT HEADINGS:   Leprosy
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