Moderators Moderator_03 Posted 11 hours ago Moderators Share Posted 11 hours ago Quote Health News: Leprosy Cases in Chiriqui Province in Panama October 14, 2024 Chiriqui Province in Panama keeps leprosy cases under control, with only three active patients under treatment. Since 2020, there have been 14 cases in the province. Leprosy is curable if detected in time. Over the past four years, the province of Chiriquí has recorded 14 cases of leprosy, according to the Social Security Fund’s Tuberculosis and Leprosy Program. Of these, only three remain active under treatment, reflecting effective disease control in the region. The three main symptoms of leprosy (Hansen’s disease) include: Skin patches that may be red or have a loss of pigmentation. Skin patches with diminished or absent sensations. Numbness or tingling in your hands, feet, arms and legs. https://newsroompanama.com/2024/10/14/health-news-there-are-leprosy-cases-in-chiriqui-province-in-panama/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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