Leprosy: A unique immuno-pathologic disease model.
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Disabled, the World Rehabilita tion Fund, and many others. In these cooperative efforts he reveals the broad range of his associations and interes ts while at the same time enriching also the experiences of those so associated with him. As he takes office Dr. Convit has expressed the hope that The Association will function as a truly international society with a unifying espi.rit de corps dedicated to the eradication of leprosy. Surely the membership will give all possible support to any efforts he may initiate directed toward this goal.O. K. SKINSNES
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عنوان ژورنال:
- International journal of leprosy and other mycobacterial diseases : official organ of the International Leprosy Association
دوره 37 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1969