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WHO 2014 global leprosy update.
| Region and country | No. of new cases detected (2014) | No. of females among new cases | % of females among new cases |
|---|---|---|---|
| Africa | |||
| Nigeria* | 2 983 | 1 277 | 43% |
| United Republic of Tanzania | 1 947 | 701 | 36% |
| Democratic Republic of Congo | 3 272 | 1 514 | 46% |
| Americas | |||
| Brazil* | 31 064 | 14 109 | 45% |
| Colombia | 423 | 154 | 36% |
| Venezuela | 513 | 174 | 34% |
| South-East Asia | |||
| India* | 125 785 | 46 379 | 37% |
| Indonesia* | 17 025 | 6 370 | 37% |
| Nepal* | 3 046 | 1 115 | 37% |
