72-year-old Paula Tulega, a leprosy patient, says staying consistent with medical appointments has allowed him to manage his condition effectively. Paula Tulega was diagnosed with leprosy in 2022 and is receiving treatment at the Tamavua Twomey Hospital. Article continues after advertisement“I always take heed of the doctor’s advice, every time I come for my appointment.”Tulega says the disease requires discipline and commitment to medical care. Former nurse Sister Teresia Tinanisolo reflected on how the nursing sisters of the old Makogai Island Leprosy Centre placed compassion at the heart of caring for the patients. Patients and individuals showing symptoms of leprosy are urged to seek medical care early to prevent further complications and save lives.