You may be surprised to learn that leprosy one of the most anciently documented diseases is still affecting people. India alone has one million cases of leprosy which is more than half the worldwide total. The stigma attached to the disease is one of the reasons why it is still rampant. Often people who show symptoms of the disease are afraid to seek medical help because of the social ramifications attached. They could face losing their family home and job as well as their social status and the ability to earn an income. Those suffering from Leprosy are often ostracized
