Browsing INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH CONFERENCE ARTICLES (KDU IRC) by Author "Balasuriya, A"
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Antibiotic Susceptibility Pattern of Causative Organisms of Chronic Supp urative Otitis Media (CSOM) in a District General Hospital in Sri Lanka
Fernando, R; Fernando, A; Balasuriya, A; Nathaniel, DA; Silva, KRS; Yapa, YHBA; Perera, JADRS (2018)This study was carried out to determine the aerobic microorganisms involved in chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) and their antibiotic susceptibility patterns and to formulate empirical antibiotic guidelines for ... -
A community based Study on Nasal Carriage of Staphylococcus aureus
Abeygoonawardena, H; Navaratne, V; Balasuriya, A; Gunawardane, M (2014)Background. Staphylococcus aureus is a major bacterial cause of superficial infectionand a health care associated infection. The emergence of multiple resistances to anti staphylococcal penicillins like cloxacillin, ... -
A Counselling Intervention to Improve Treatment Adherence of Ischemic Heart Disease Patients: The Development of a Protocol
Kumara, WGC; de Zoysa, PT; Balasuriya, A; Fernando, NFJ (2021)Ischemic Heart Disease (IHD) is classified as one of the world's major cardiovascular diseases and has become the leading cause of deaths in Sri Lanka. Poor treatment adherence plays a significant role in re-hospitalization ... -
Impact of Short-Term Yoga and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Programme on Health-Related Quality of Life of Treatment Seeking Patients with Cardiovascular Diseases
Mahindakumar, N; Hitinayaka, HMTL; Hettiarachchi, HAM; Gunaratne, TPSW; Priyangika, KGG; Balasuriya, A (2021)Yoga and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) are effective in improving Health-related Quality of Life (HRQoL) of patients with cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). The aim of this present study is to assess the impact ... -
Knowledge of Hand Hygiene among the Medical Students at the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
Senanayake, NP; Navaratne, V; Balasuriya, A (2014)Background. Hospital acquired infections are commonly transmitted by the hands of healthcare workers. The objective of this study was to compare the knowledge of hand hygiene among the preclinical students and the students ... -
Knowledge on HIV/AIDS and Attitude towards People Living with HIV/AIDS among Healthcare Workers at District General Hospital Kalutara
Amaratunga, LTDS; Dalpatadu, SAC; Bandara, WASS; Bandara, MRDP; Amjad, MHM; Aarish, M; Ariyasinghe, DS; Abegunawardana, PAR; Abdullah, S; Balasuriya, A (2021) -
Knowledge towards Elderly Care among Nursing Undergraduates at KDU, Sri Lanka
Liyanage, LPGI; Sandharenu, KLKTD; Jayaneththi, HPJH; Thilakarathne, AGLN; Wijewardhana, RGMSD; Wijesiri, HSMSK; Balasuriya, A (2019) -
Parents` Awareness About Leisure Time Physical Activity of Children Aged Nine Years in Kesbewa Educational Division, Sri Lanka
Premathilake, SJMNN; Lakmani, DA; Nanayakkara, GVCLB; Karunathilaka, WCM; Pathmani, MNP; Sugathapala, RDUP; Balasuriya, A (2019) -
Prevalence of Home Accidents among Children Aged 1-4 and its Association of Knowledge, Attitude and First Aid Practices of Mothers in Sri Lanka
Balasuriya, A; Gangodawila, UC (2021) -
Prevalence of Home Accidents among Children Aged 1-4 and Its Association of Knowledge, Attitude and First Aid Practices of Mothers in Sri Lanka
Balasuriya, A; Gangodawila, UC (2021)Injuries are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among children worldwide and in Sri Lanka. The objective of this study was to assess the prevalence of home accidents among children aged 1-4 years and its association ... -
Psychosocial Climate of the Sri Lanka Army in Relation to Burnout Prevention: A Qualitative Study
Jothipala, PASD; Semage, S; Agampodi, T; Balasuriya, A (2023-09)Burnout is one of the most prevalent occupational mental health problems in military. Stressors are influenced by the psychosocial environment at work. Understanding the psychosocial environment is crucial in planning ... -
The relationship between static foot posture and chronic bilateral knee osteoarthritis among the patients attending Department of Rheumatology and Rehabilitation (General), National hospital, Sri Lanka
Gunawardana, GEE; Kandegedara, WMST; Perera, AY; Ramdina, MDL; Rathnayake, RMVS; Thilsath, MHM; Praveena, T; Balasuriya, A (2020)Abstract. Knee osteoarthritis is one of the most common types of arthritis presented in Sri Lanka that deteriorates the quality of life and physical performances of affected individuals. In chronic bilateral ... -
A study on the prevalence of high cholesterol among aircrew members of Sri Lanka Air Force
Mendis, ANH; Balasuriya, A (2017)Flying involves a complex interaction between the aviator and a sophisticated machine in a highly challenging environment. Thus the physical fitness of aircrew should be maintained at the highest level when flying an air ... -
Study of Dysmenorrhoea and its Effects on Daily Activities and Self-Managing Techniques among Female Factory Workers in Piliyandala MOH Area, Sri Lanka 2017
Madhuwanthi, TGMI; Kumari, MKK; Vithanagama, KN; Yashodha, UGG; Dissanayake, DMSS; Wijesiri, HSMSK; Balasuriya, A (2018)Dysmenorrhea is a common health problem among females because it has effects on physical, mental and social activities. This study was conducted among female factory workers in Piliyandala MOH area, Colombo, Sri Lanka ...