The health district of Touba celebrated on Thursday the World Day for the Fight against Leprosy. In 2025, the city recorded 83 cases out of the 282 recorded throughout the country, or almost a quarter of the cases. The health authorities stress the importance of early detection and awareness-raising. This year, the religious city of Touba was chosen to host the World Day for the Fight against Leprosy in Senegal. The ceremony, held at the amphith…
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The health district of Touba celebrated on Thursday the World Day for the Fight against Leprosy. In 2025, the city recorded 83 cases out of the 282 recorded throughout the country, or almost a quarter of the cases. The health authorities stress the importance of early detection and awareness-raising. This year, the religious city of Touba was chosen to host the World Day for the Fight against Leprosy in Senegal. The ceremony, held at the amphith…