The Southern Philippine Medical Center is raising awareness about leprosy in Davao Region, emphasizing that the disease is curable and urging early detection and treatment. The hospital reported a slight increase in leprosy cases in 2024, highlighting the need for continued public education and awareness campaigns.
IN OBSERVANCE of World Leprosy Day, the Southern Philippine Medical Center is ramping up its efforts to raise awareness about leprosy. Dr. Silvino Rey Pino, from SPMC 's Department of Dermatology, reported 35 new cases of leprosy in 2024, including patients from Davao City, Davao del Sur, Kidapawan, Surigao del Sur, and Cotabato. The youngest patient is eight years old, and the oldest is 68. One or two cases are cured, depending on individual responses to medication.
“We want to educate the public na curable siya, ibig sabihin ng curable may treatment available. We have multi-drug therapy which is provided to us by the World Health Organization for free ,” she said. Pino highlighted that multi-drug therapy is given in packets for six to twelve months, ensuring patients complete their treatment.Although leprosy is transmissible, Sarrena reassured that it isn’t easily spread.
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