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Latin lessons: two contrasting elections

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Leprosy in Modern America: History and Resurgence

This chapter examines the unique history of leprosy in the U.S., focusing on Kalapapa's leper settlement and the surprising resurgence of cases, particularly in Florida. It discusses the challenges of misdiagnosis and the shift towards person-to-person transmission, while reassuring listeners about the disease's treatability and the diminished stigma in contemporary society.

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