Ref.: Recommendation to examine household contacts of new leprosy cases. (see link below)
From: Soutar D, London, UK
Dear Dr Noto,
In reference to the note posted by Dr Bhakti (LML July 3rd, 2009) I should bring to the attention of readers that the Enhanced Global Strategy on Leprosy agreed on by WHO and its partners in Delhi in April 2009 specifically includes the recommendation to examine all household contacts of newly detected cases. (See below the link to the WHO release about the Enhanced Strategy).
This I believe represents a very positive step towards ensuring early detection, prevention of disability and ultimately curtailment of transmission.
Regards, Douglas Soutar
General Secretary
International Federation of Anti-Leprosy Associations
Tel: 44 (0) 207 602 69 25 – Fax: 44 (0) 207 371 16 21
Website: www.ilep.org.uk
E-mail: doug.soutar(at)ilep.org.uk
http://www.searo.who.int/EN/Section980/Section2572/Section2578_14961.htm
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