Forgotten Stories: Historical Crimes and the Unusual

#61 Kalaupapa Leper Colony


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At one point in history, Leprosy, now known as Hansen's Disease, was a highly feared condition that was avoided at all costs. Before antibiotics had been discovered, many governments thought their only option was isolation for those afflicted. In Hawaii, this misconception led to the formation of the Kalaupapa leper colony. Tune in to hear Elisabeth recount the history of this place and the surprising condition it remains in today.

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Forgotten Stories: Historical Crimes and the UnusualBy Cathryn and Elisabeth