Historia de la lepra en México: del siglo XV al siglo XXI
Journal: Revista de Sanidad Militar
Year: 2024

Leprosy is an infectious disease transmitted by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae. While it’s not a new disease, its incidence over time has changed, and in some places, it has been eradicated. However, in other areas, it is still considered a public health problem, and Mexico is one of them. Throughout global history, diagnostic, therapeutic, prevention, control, and surveillance strategies have been implemented to reduce its incidence. Currently, our country is attached to various national an