Leprosy Leprosy is one of the world’s oldest and most misunderstood diseases. It has afflicted mankind for centuries and is also referenced in the Bible. Some of the oldest documented cases date back to 600 BC in China and India (LEPROSY 1). For several years Leprosy has “ ... etched a terrifying image in history and human memory, of mutilation, reflection and exclusion from society” (A World 1). Throughout history there have been misconceptions of body parts falling off and isolation. Leprosy was the first bacteria that was found to cause disease in humans (Leprosy: A Misunderstood 1). In 1874 Gerhard A. Hansen discovered the....

Number Of Words: 1361

Number Of Pages: 5

Join today and get unlimited access to our vast database of student-written essays and term papers. This paper along with over 45,000 other papers are available in our member's area right now. Full instant access is just seconds away! Membership Options Price 1 month  subscription $18.95 recurring        3 months subscription $34.95 recurring        6 months subscription $59.95 non-recurring