Hidden Lives
This podcast contains stories of people we've met during our work with The Leprosy Mission.
The Leprosy Mission Australia works with people with leprosy, other neglected tropical diseases and disabilities. They are often the most marginalised, vulnerable and hidden from the rest of society. We run health improvement projects, often in rural and remote villages where we get to meet many people who have amazing life experiences to share.
Yes, leprosy is still a thing but it doesn't have to be.
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Hidden Lives
18 - The gift of a little piglet
When Saru received a late diagnosis of leprosy, her fingers had already started to become deformed. She became very self conscious about her looks, unsure about herself and isolated herself in her home. She needed encouragement and work to regain her confidence.
But a self-help group and the gift of a little piglet turned that all around for her.
How did a self-help group and a simple gift of a little piglet transform Saru into a busy business women, a confident disability advocate and a leader in her local community?
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