Health, inclusion and innovation for people affected by leprosy and lymphatic filariasis. Patron: His Majesty King Charles III https://www.lepra.org.uk/https://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mtvy5dnvw42xWhen Ram first noticed pale patches of skin on his arms he attended a local doctor but they failed to diagnose his condition. The skin lesions persisted and he became increasingly worried about the nature of the disease he might have contracted. Read Ram's story: https://ow.ly/zPio50Zu94t. #IDSky25 Aug 2026 14:00 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtvy5dnvw42xhttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mtvdzqasdv2sFor our Autumn Lepra News appeal, Dr Vishal Pandey, Consultant Physiotherapist at LEPRA Society’s Indira Gandhi Hospital Referral Centre, spoke to us about his work and helping people to overcome the physical and emotional impact of leprosy. https://youtu.be/IcUxCG_Jndo #Physiotherapy #Donate https://ow.ly/WqN950ZECUG25 Aug 2026 08:00 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtvdzqasdv2shttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mtsyu2klj52xOne-in-two people affected by leprosy experience significant emotional health difficulties. Read about Mind to Heart, Lepra's work breaking the cycle of poor mental health for people affected by leprosy: https://ow.ly/qHIm50Zu6vb 📷 Tom Bradley #IDSky #MentalHealth #Bangladesh24 Aug 2026 09:35 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtsyu2klj52xhttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mtjiuproz22hWhat is lymphatic filariasis (LF)? LF is a neglected tropical disease. Usually acquired in childhood, infection occurs when filarial parasites are transmitted to humans through mosquitoes causing hidden damage to the lymphatic system. https://ow.ly/EWa350ZcF8G #LF #IDSky #Mosquitoes 20 Aug 2026 14:55 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtjiuproz22hhttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mteewfghk62sFor people affected by leprosy, diagnosis and medication are just the first steps. Rebuilding mobility, mental wellbeing, and independence requires ongoing support. Read about Lepra's holistic approach to rehabilitation and recovery in our latest appeal: https://ow.ly/7Jgf50ZAxnC #IDsky #MedSky18 Aug 2026 14:01 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mteewfghk62shttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mtdxhtvlyj2hWhen Satish felt a loss of sensation in his limbs, he didn’t think the symptoms were serious. Over time the numbness worsened and he developed an ulcer on his foot that wouldn’t heal. In early 2026 he was eventually diagnosed with leprosy. https://ow.ly/Nr2p50ZugLG #IDSky #MedSky18 Aug 2026 10:00 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtdxhtvlyj2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mtbnp7rsu22hDid you know that Lepra News has been documenting the journey to overcome leprosy for decades? We’ve digitised our archives, creating a virtual library of medical breakthroughs, field reports, and powerful first-hand stories. Take a look: issuu.com/lepra/stacks #IDSky #MedSky #History #ScienceSky17 Aug 2026 12:00 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtbnp7rsu22hhttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3msxh36fspr26Left untreated, leprosy causes progressive and permanent damage to the skin, nerves, and limbs. But it doesn't have to be this way. Leprosy is curable. An estimated 4 million people across the globe are living with undiagnosed leprosy. Can you help us reach them? www.lepra.org.uk/donate #IDSky 13 Aug 2026 10:35 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3msxh36fspr26https://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3msuz4rdaxj2zNine-year-old Kamal is the youngest of three siblings in a family that has endured repeated loss and hardship. In 2025, a growing patch on his back caused him to lose sensation in his foot, leading to injuries and social isolation. Read Kamal's full story: https://ow.ly/yh2250ZievI #IDSky #MedSky12 Aug 2026 11:20 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3msuz4rdaxj2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mssfugzpo42pJoin us for the Adidas Manchester Marathon, the UK's 2nd largest marathon. Every mile you pass and every sponsor you receive, will help transform the lives of people affected by leprosy & LF. www.lepra.org.uk/events/manchester-marathon #ManchesterMarathon #MarathonTraining #RunManchester #RunSky 11 Aug 2026 10:30 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mssfugzpo42phttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3msprrac2sb26Leprosy is a mildly infectious bacterial disease affecting skin & nerves. Untreated, it causes life-changing disabilities. Every day 475 people are diagnosed, including 25 children. Help us improve early detection, provide treatment and support. www.lepra.org.uk 📷 Tom Bradley Photography #IDSky10 Aug 2026 09:25 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3msprrac2sb26https://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3msgfp2fgva2mWhat is lymphatic filariasis (LF)? LF is a neglected tropical disease. Usually acquired in childhood, infection occurs when filarial parasites are transmitted to humans through mosquitoes causing hidden damage to the lymphatic system. https://ow.ly/EWa350ZcF8G #LF #IDSky #Mosquitoes 06 Aug 2026 15:55 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3msgfp2fgva2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3msdn4rv47u2aJoin Team Lepra for the Edinburgh Marathon. Every mile you pass and every sponsor you receive, will help transform the lives of people affected by leprosy and lymphatic filariasis. https://ow.ly/1fq250YZrnA #RunSky #RunForCharity #Edinburgh #Marathon #UKRunners #Running05 Aug 2026 13:30 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3msdn4rv47u2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3msb6dvshwb2sThe bacteria that causes leprosy targets the peripheral nerves. It slowly takes away someone's ability to feel. Whether that's heat, or the cold, it takes away all sensation including feeling pain. So how do we protect those who cannot feel? Find out what we do: https://ow.ly/K3Er50ZnIzo #IDSky04 Aug 2026 14:00 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3msb6dvshwb2shttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3ms6h6eiyt42pLeprosy is curable yet thousands of people face disability and stigma, every single day. Find out how we're working to change that by signing up to Lepra News: www.lepra.org.uk/forms/newsletter-signup 📷 Tom Bradley Photography #SignUp #Newsletter #Impact #IDSky #MedSky03 Aug 2026 12:00 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3ms6h6eiyt42phttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mrwlpl2wx32dAcross the villages of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India, people affected by leprosy and lymphatic filariasis (LF) are showing what becomes possible when communities are equipped to lead their own change. https://ow.ly/e2Mu50Zt5PO #IDSky #India #Community Effect Hope31 Jul 2026 09:00 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrwlpl2wx32dhttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mruddpokwz2fRun the London Landmarks Half Marathon for Lepra 🎽 From cultural landmarks and heritage to the city's quirky and hidden secrets, you'll get to explore the capital on a route like no other. 📅 4 April 2027 📍 London www.lepra.org.uk/events/london-landmarks-half #RunSky #Running #London30 Jul 2026 11:25 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mruddpokwz2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mrs3ksysev2sLeprosy is a curable bacterial disease affecting the skin and nerves. But did you know there are two types? Both are treatable, both are curable. Multidrug therapy cures leprosy and prevents transmission. https://ow.ly/MOzw50ZnerA #IDSky #MedSky #Leprosy #Curable #DYK29 Jul 2026 14:00 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrs3ksysev2shttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mrmn74vfor2zLeprosy not only affected Yusuf physically but also emotionally. With Lepra's support he overcame the challenges of the disease and Yusuf is now mentally stronger, more confident, and hopeful for his future. https://ow.ly/l32B50ZkZ22 #IDSky #GlobalHealth #MedSky #MentalHealth27 Jul 2026 10:00 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrmn74vfor2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mrfeqdrbi62mCongratulations to Taslima who has been named a Sasakawa Leprosy Initiative Young Scholar! 👏 Since recovering from leprosy, Taslima has dedicated herself to standing up for the rights of people affected. We're delighted to support you on your scholarship journey. https://ow.ly/Ib4f50ZmR6t #IDSky24 Jul 2026 12:40 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrfeqdrbi62mhttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mrctgm4tra2fWe're delighted to share that Shompa has been named a Sasakawa Leprosy Initiative Young Scholar 👏 Thank you so much for championing the rights of people affected by #leprosy, Shompa. We're excited to support you on your journey ahead. https://ow.ly/meFO50ZmQTb #IDSky23 Jul 2026 12:25 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrctgm4tra2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mraicvb7pz2sLalon is standing up for people affected by leprosy, advocating for their rights, and working to build a world free from leprosy discrimination. Thank you Lalon, we're incredibly proud to support you on your Sasakawa Leprosy Initiative Young Scholar journey. https://ow.ly/eMLW50ZmQEV #IDSky22 Jul 2026 14:00 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mraicvb7pz2shttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mr5xtptzzt2sWe're delighted to introduce Riya, a Sasakawa Leprosy Initiative Young Scholar! Driven by her own experience, Riya is leading the way to a leprosy-free world and we’re incredibly proud to support her. Read more: https://ow.ly/XTGH50ZmQ63 #IDSky #Leprosy #Inclusion 21 Jul 2026 14:00 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr5xtptzzt2shttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mr3kxwdqaj2nMeet Yousuf, a Sasakawa Leprosy Initiative Young Scholar who aims to advocate for people affected by #leprosy, end stigma, and promote inclusion in Bogura. We're proud to support his journey to a leprosy-free world. Read more: https://ow.ly/RKPX50ZmPPI #IDSky #Community20 Jul 2026 15:05 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr3kxwdqaj2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mqqy33fzfb2pIt’s time to challenge outdated beliefs. Leprosy is curable, not a curse. Stand with us to dispel misinformation and let's end the stigma for good. 📷Tom Bradley #BreakTheStigma #LeprosyIsCurable #TakeAction #Share 16 Jul 2026 10:00 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqqy33fzfb2phttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mqov2a4lem2eOn #SocialMediaGivingDay, your donation has incredible impact for the people and communities affected by leprosy. Help us support some of the world's most vulnerable people. Together we can build a better future! www.lepra.org.uk/donate 📷 Tom Bradley #Donate #IDSky #MedSky #Giving #CSR15 Jul 2026 14:00 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqov2a4lem2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mqmemx3yvv2zThe UN Human Rights Council has formally recognised the 'profound and inseparable' links between human rights and neglected tropical diseases. Read our blog post on this landmark moment for global health and human rights: https://ow.ly/XM8f50ZmVeg #IDSky #GlobalHealth #NTDs #HumanRights14 Jul 2026 14:01 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqmemx3yvv2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mqlx5ahhmv25When Mr Ramaiah noticed a loss of sensation in his foot & numbness on his hands he consulted a private practitioner but his symptoms didn't improve. Eventually diagnosed with leprosy, he was referred to a government health clinic & given MDT, the cure for leprosy. https://ow.ly/oqox50Zjzr5 #IDSky14 Jul 2026 10:00 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqlx5ahhmv25https://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mqju5htu5b2zFive inspiring young scholars from Bangladesh have been selected for the Sasakawa Leprosy Initiative Young Scholar Programme. We are extremely grateful to the Sasakawa Health Foundation for this amazing opportunity. https://ow.ly/fgj750ZmNEO #IDSky13 Jul 2026 14:01 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqju5htu5b2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/leprauk.bsky.social/post/3mqbl7lf3kq27Take part in the TCS London Marathon and help raise vital funds for Lepra. 🌟Places available🌟 👉Book now: https://ow.ly/RsFK50Z7x4S Every mile you make and every sponsor you receive, will help transform the lives of people affected by leprosy and LF. #RunSky10 Jul 2026 07:00 +0000at://did:plc:h2pt4eaye4tk2rcepwcs75b6/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqbl7lf3kq27