Published 2013-06-30
Keywords
- major diseases in the world,
- Infectious diseases,
- foot-pads of mice
How to Cite
Rees, R. . (2013). NEW LIGHT ON THE SPREAD OF LEPROSY. SCHOOL SCIENCE, 51(2), P.31-35. http://14.139.250.109:8090/index.php/SS/article/view/1934
Abstract
Research in the last few years indicates that, contrary to popular belief, leprosy is most readily transmitted through the nose, where it forms a seat of infection long before other symptoms have become noticeable. The correct explanation was postulated by 19th century doctors in clearly documented observations, which apparently no one followed up.