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"Dr Hargrave emphasised that people with leprosy were merely sick and should not be considered criminals."
"In 1958, Dr Hargrave was Superintendent of the East Arm Leprosarium, and it can truly be said that this was the man who was responsible for the virtual eradication of leprosy from the Northern Territory, building on the pioneering efforts of Dr Cecil Cook."
In 1962, there were 229 active cases of leprosy in the Northern Territory.
Leprosy in the NT of Australia, 1980
Dr John Hargrave dedicated himself to combating the scourge of leprosy in the Top End. He was a true pioneer in the development of Health Services and Microsurgery in the Northern Territory.
This tribute page showcases his work on leprosy and Indigenous health.
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