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In ancient times, individuals with leprosy were often required to stay at least 6 feet away from others to prevent the spread of the disease. In some cultures, they were mandated to announce their presence by calling out "Unclean!" to warn others. This distance was a means of social and physical separation to protect the community from perceived contagion. The strictness of these measures varied by region and time period.

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