International Leprosy Association -
History of Leprosy

  • International Leprosy Association -
    History of Leprosy

    Database

    Bankura (later Bryan Leper Home)

    Location

    Category Leprosarium
    Country India
    Address Bengal Presidency
    Current Address West Bengal

    Notes

    Founded in 1901 by Rev F W A Smith, the Bryan Leper Home initially catered to the needs of people affected by leprosy rejected by their families and the community. The leprosarium is still open and serves sixty patients.

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