Princess Diana gives keynote speech at the 30th Anniversary of the International Leprosy Association

The speaker shares their journey from a medical officer in Nepal to a government role focused on development assistance. They emphasize the importance of addressing leprosy, dispelling myths about it being a disease of the past, and highlight the ongoing global efforts to combat it. The speaker also discusses the essential elements for successful development, including imagination, commitment, and partnerships, while stressing the need for financial support. The leprosy mission's work and its impact across Asia and Africa are also highlighted.

What was one of the challenges faced by the speaker when they started out as a medical officer in Nepal?

• Lack of medical facilities

• Difficulty in accessing Dapsone

• Shortage of trained staff

• High cost of treatment

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a requirement for successful development projects?

• Advanced technology

• Imagination

• Commitment

• Partnerships

How many years of leprosy charities working together were celebrated in the speech?

• 40 years

• 20 years

• 30 years

• 10 years

What is a common misconception about leprosy according to the speaker?

• It only affects the skin

• It is a disease of the past

• It is highly contagious

• It is easily curable

Approximately how many new cases of leprosy were detected last year?

• 1,000,000

• 500,000

• 250,000

• 100,000