Culion leper colony
Culion Leper Colony
Culion Leper Colony (pronunciation: /kʊˈliːɒn ˈlɛpər ˈkɒləni/) is a historical site located in the Philippines. It was established during the American colonial period to isolate and treat individuals suffering from leprosy.
Etymology
The term "Culion" is derived from the name of the island where the colony was established. The word "leper" is an old term for a person suffering from leprosy, a chronic infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae. The word "colony" refers to a place where a group of people with a common condition are gathered for treatment and isolation.
History
The Culion Leper Colony was established in 1906 by the United States government, which was then the colonial power in the Philippines. The colony was set up on the island of Culion in the province of Palawan. It was one of the largest leper colonies in the world, housing thousands of patients over the years.
Treatment
Patients at the Culion Leper Colony were treated with various methods, including the use of chaulmoogra oil, a traditional treatment for leprosy. With the discovery of dapsone and other antibiotics, the treatment of leprosy improved significantly.
Legacy
The Culion Leper Colony is now a part of the town of Culion. It serves as a reminder of the history of leprosy treatment and the stigma associated with the disease. The site is now a tourist attraction, with a museum dedicated to its history.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Culion leper colony
- Wikipedia's article - Culion leper colony
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