Vitiligo is not a contagious disease

Vitiligo is not contagious, but it can be managed with proper treatment and awareness.

Early diagnosis increases the chances of controlling the condition.On September 21, the Public Health and Sciences Club of North South University, in collaboration with Incepta Pharmaceuticals Limited, organized a seminar on 'Vitiligo Awareness'. Speakers at the event highlighted these key points. The seminar's chief guest was Dr. Fatema Tui Zohra, Associate Professor and Dermatologist at Enam Medical College and Hospital.

Professor Dr. Deepak Kumar Mitra, Dean of the School of Health and Life Sciences at North South University, presided over the event. Dr. S. M. Saidur Rahman Mashreky, Chairman of the Department of Public Health, delivered the welcome speech.

Mostafa Kamal Pasha, Incepta Pharmaceuticals' deputy general manager (marketing), and Nuzhat Tarannum, senior brand manager, also addressed the seminar, which focused on vitiligo treatment and management. Dr. Aziz Bin Sharif, Faculty Advisor of the Public Health and Sciences Club at North South University, delivered the closing remarks.