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Florida’s leprosy cases are surging, with 17 this year—on track to match last year’s 36—mostly in Central Florida, where armadillos are suspected carriers spreading the bacteria through soil. One patient, Ann Solomn, diagnosed after gardening, now battles nerve damage and clumsiness, fearing worsening symptoms. Despite treatment, stigma lingers, but Ann is launching a statewide support group to foster early diagnosis, shared experiences, and community. Researchers confirm it’s not casual transmission, but prolonged exposure—making this a critical moment for awareness and care.

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