Hansen's disease (Leprosy) in Orlando area

In-so-much as it is now established MagicOwners doctrine (via another thread) that "we're adults" here, I write in that mode . . . .

This CNN article yesterday (8/1),

www.cnn.com/2023/08/01/health/leprosy-central-florida/index.html ,

referenced this August 2023 scientific report, which contains identity-redacted, consensual patient photos that could be disturbing:

wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/29/8/22-0367_article .

It seems to me that there are at least three reasons to be aware of all this. 

First, I believe if one has a rash that defies diagnosis, one should mention recent Orlando visits to one's physician.  Per the WHO and other authorities, the disease can be cured in 6-12 months and early treatment prevents disabilities.

Second, the CNN article's sensational title may cause totally unjustifiable alarm in those who don't read or comprehend the entire article, and MagicOwners heading to WDW may want to be prepared to deal with questions or concerns from friends or family, including children.  (E.g., the CNN article text contains a useful explanation of the limited meaning of "endemic" from a UF hospital's chief epidemiologist.)

Third, the research report is interesting and valuable as a report of a diagnostic instance.  However, I believe that regarding the balance of the research report, one must take seriously the authors' statement, "Transmission of leprosy has not been fully elucidated."