Objective The objective of the review was to identify, appraise, and synthesise qualitative
studies on the lived experience of individuals diagnosed with leprosy, the impact of the …

Recent years have seen an increase in recognition of the important impact that mental
health, wellbeing, and stigma have on the quality of life of people affected by neglected …

Background Many health conditions perceived to be contagious, dangerous or incurable, or
resulting in clearly visible signs, share a common attribute–an association with stigma and …

Background Survivors of the 2014–2016 West Africa Ebola epidemic have been reported to
suffer high levels of stigmatization after return to their communities. We sought to …

Exposure to violence, vulnerability due to lack of shelter, alienation due to stigma, the
experiences of severe mental illness (SMI) and subsequent institutionalization, make …

Background Leprosy is a public health burden in Indonesia with a high number of new
cases every year and a high proportion of disability among new cases. Case detection delay …

Background: Public health emergencies during pandemics of communicable diseases, may
cause fear leading to social isolation and stigma. Cases have been reported of healthcare …

Misconceptions about visible skin diseases are widespread, and patients often face
discrimination and stigmatization due to their condition. The associated negative health and …

Background Worldwide, persons affected by skin Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) may
experience stigma and discrimination, which could lead to impaired societal functioning and …

People with disabilities and the neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) are separately receiving
increased focus. In light of this positive development, and the similarities and intersections …