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Cases of leprosy have been on the rise in the Southeast, particularly in Florida, and scientists at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) say the disease could be endemic to the region. Leprosy, scientifically known as Hansen’s disease, is rare in the U.S. and has usually been found in residents with a history…

Florida is among the U.S. states with the most recent cases of leprosy, according to a report released by the CDC on Tuesday.

Central Florida is seeing a rise in cases of leprosy, also known as Hansen's disease. Learn the main causes and symptoms and how to protect yourself.

Another disease is spreading in the United States. Leprosy cases are on the rise in Florida, and the "experts" warn the illness could become endemic to the area.

According to a research letter published in the journal Emerging Infectious Diseases, Central Florida reported among the highest rates of leprosy in the United States. The region accounted for 81% of cases in Florida and nearly 1 out of 5 leprosy cases nationwide.

The disease, if left untreated, can cause severe disabilities including blindness and the curling of the hands and feet. It may now be endemic to central Florida.

Leprosy may seem like a problem from biblical times, but the disease is very much still around.

Leprosy may seem like a problem from biblical times, but the disease is very much still around.

Leprosy may seem like a problem from biblical times, but the disease is very much still around.

Leprosy may seem like a problem from biblical times, but the disease is very much still around.