Leprosy is no longer a major threat, but it's still being transmitted

The central outpatient clinic for the residents of the Sungai Buloh Settlement or Leprosarium, officially known as the National Leprosy Control Centre, is still in part-time operation. — Photos: Dr Norana Abdul Rahman

Many may consider leprosy as a disease of the past, but this communicable disease is still very much amongst us.

This is why World Leprosy Day is still celebrated: to raise awareness of a disease that many believe does not exist any more.