Health
Sri Lanka’s Dengue Cases Rise to 13,416 in the First 2 Months
The National Dengue Control Unit reports that 13,416 dengue cases have been recorded during the first two months of this...
Australia’s Victoria Issues Measles Alert After New Cases
The Victorian Department of Health has issued a public warning about an increased risk of measles in Victoria and around...
How Cooking Oil Fumes May Be Harming Sri Lankans
It is often reported that Sri Lanka has a high incidence of lung cancer. Between 2,000 and 3,000 patients are...
NMRA Bans All Drugs by Mann Pharmaceuticals of India
The National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA) has temporarily banned the use of all injections manufactured by Mann Pharmaceuticals Private Limited...
Patients’ Data Held Hostage: Sri Lanka’s Doctors Left Helpless
The suspension of the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) by its service provider has hampered all scan report reviewing,...
Pregnant Women Advised to Take Precautions Against Chikungunya
Pregnant mothers should be more cautious these days, as contracting the Chikungunya virus can lead to miscarriage or stillbirth, says...
SLMA Proposes Tobacco-Free Generation Policy for Post-2010 Births
The Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA) has proposed a bold new policy aimed at creating a "Tobacco-Free Generation" by banning...
Sperm Bank at Castle Street Women’s Hospital Seeks More Donors
Nearly 100 men have donated sperm to the newly established sperm bank at Castle Street Women’s Hospital, which was launched...
Sri Lanka’s Tea: A Natural Remedy for Lead Exposure
Sri Lanka is world-renowned for its tea, known for its rich flavors and cultural significance. As one of the largest...
Haj Pilgrims: Get Your Meningococcal Vaccine Before The Journey
As May approaches, thousands of Sri Lankans are preparing for the sacred Haj pilgrimage to Mecca—a journey of faith, devotion,...
