VOICED : Nuns help lepers in Madagascar as world marks World Leprosy Day

The video discusses a leprosy clinic in Madagascar, highlighting the stigma and rejection faced by patients from their families. It emphasizes the role of community support, particularly from nuns, in providing care and companionship. The video shares personal stories of patients, illustrating the challenges they face due to stigma, poverty, and isolation. It stresses the importance of early intervention to prevent irreversible symptoms of leprosy.

What is one of the main reasons the woman in Madagascar was isolated from her family?

• Her family moved to another country.

• Her siblings forced her out after her parents died.

• She had a contagious disease.

• She chose to live alone.

What did the nuns do to help leprosy patients and their families?

• They provided financial support.

• They built a village near the clinic.

• They offered free medical treatment.

• They organized community events.

What is a common misconception about leprosy?

• It can be cured with home remedies.

• It only affects the elderly.

• It is highly contagious.

• It is a new disease.

Why is early intervention crucial in the treatment of leprosy?

• It ensures complete isolation of the patient.

• It prevents irreversible symptoms.

• It helps in reducing the cost of treatment.

• It allows patients to return to work sooner.

What are some reasons patients delay seeking help for leprosy?

• Unavailability of doctors.

• Lack of transportation.

• High cost of treatment.

• Fear of stigma and isolation.