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The team at Anandaban Hospital are facing the most challenging time in its history.
Waddup this weekPeter Waddup's Weekly Blog Edition 35: This week's 'Waddup this week', is slightly early due to the emergency unfolding in Nepal. As Anandaban Hospital faces a crisis after deadly floods and landslides. Urgent aid is needed now.
Read moreThe world can be a lonely place, but it doesn’t have to be.
Waddup this weekPeter Waddup's Weekly Blog Edition 34: In this week's Waddup this week, Peter highlights the power of self-care groups in leprosy-affected communities. These groups not only help people manage the physical effects of leprosy but also offer something just as vital — friendship. Isolation and stigma often follow a leprosy diagnosis, but these groups provide a sense of belonging and support. In places like Nepal and Nigeria, people come together to heal, share, and build lasting connections. It’s amazing to see how these groups can transform lives and restore hope.
Read moreAmplifying the voices of 'the unwanted'
Waddup this weekPeter Waddup's Weekly Blog Edition 33: In this edition of 'Waddup this week' Peter shine's a light on a heartbreaking reality—leprosy colonies still exist! Millions of people, cast out due to fear and ignorance, live in unsafe conditions with no clean water or toilets. It's our job to amplify their voices and fight this stigma.
Read moreHappiness is an inside job – or is it?
Waddup this weekPeter Waddup's Weekly Blog Edition 32: Happiness is a universal goal, but it’s not always a simple choice. For those affected by leprosy, the physical and emotional toll can make happiness feel impossible. In this week’s newsletter, Peter shares the story of Hussaina, who overcame deep prejudice and rejection after her father was treated for leprosy. With the support of counselling, she found her confidence again and started a new chapter. Sometimes, happiness needs a helping hand.
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