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Oct 2022
Leprosy photographic exhibition to be held at Ripon Cathedral
A photographic exhibition that aims to challenge perceptions of people with leprosy is to come to Ripon.
Leprosy is a communicable disease, caused by bacterium, which affects the skin and peripheral nerves. It can incubate in a person for years and is difficult to diagnose.
If left undiagnosed or untreated, it can cause severe disability.
A person with leprosy often experiences severe prejudice and discrimination.
The 2022 New Faces of Leprosy exhibition focuses on the positive message that people affected with the illness can rebuild their lives.
Lepra, a UK based charity that works in India and Bangladesh, invited documentary photographer Tom Bradley to create the exhibition of thought-provoking portraits and real-life stories.
Globally, there are more than three million people living with undiagnosed leprosy. The charity says every day the disease causes more damage to their health, livelihood, and future.
The exhibition is at Ripon Cathedral and is free. There are two showings on November 29: one from 11am to 4pm, and a second one from 6pm to 9pm. Refreshments will be served at both showings.
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