Nigeria to receive leprosy drugs after a year-long delay
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Mar 07 2025
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Source: Reuters
Leprosy Drug Shortage in Nigeria: The World Health Organization will send leprosy medications to Nigeria after a year-long delay caused by bureaucratic issues and new testing regulations, which left many patients without treatment and at risk of disabilities.
Impact on Patients: The shortage has severely affected patients' health, with reports of worsening conditions and increased complications due to lack of access to multi-drug therapy, highlighting systemic challenges in the distribution of essential medicines.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.








