Nepal
Nepal
With its ancient culture and the Himalayas as a backdrop, the landlocked nation of Nepal is a country of stunning contrasts. It is also one of the world’s poorest countries, a situation made worse by a volatile political climate which has destabilised the region since the 1990s.
Leprosy in Nepal
Nepal is the only country in Asia that has not achieved the elimination of leprosy according to the World Health Organisation. Women and marginalised groups lack access to health services and they often develop disabilities. LEPRA Health in Action works through the Nepal Leprosy Trust (NLT) who support the national leprosy control programme.
Lymphatic filariasis in Nepal
This disease poses a serious public health problem for Nepal. The lack of coverage and quality of basic health care also represent a burden. In addition many experience discrimination as a result of this disfiguring condition.
In 2009 I rode alone from Lands’ End in to John O’Groats to raise funds for LEPRA.
Cyclist for LEPRA
