• Psychological Experiences of Parents having a Child with Cleft Lip and Palate 

  Laksrini, SMT; Dilrukshika, WAD; Yapa, YMJM; Sirimanna, AAI; Saumika, MAR; Liyanage, N; Munidasa, KGPK (2020)

  Abstract:-Cleft Lip and Palate (CLP) is one of the most common congenital craniofacial conditions globally. Parents’ who are having Children with CLP are facing various types of experiences. A qualitative study ...
• Evaluation Of Efficacy & Efficiency In Implementing Knee Ankle Foot Orthosis (KAFO) As A Functionally Assistive Indoor Ambulatory Device For Motor Complete Thoracic Level (T10 –T12) Spinal Cord Injury In Males 

  Gamage, WGTN; Warnakulasuriya, DTD (2020)

  Abstract:- The objective was to evaluate walking velocity, walking endurance & energy expenditure in use of KAFOs over the alternative Aluminum Back Slab & Toe Raising Straps (ABS & TRS) on paraplegic (T10 –T12) ambulation ...
• Dietary Adherence With Guideline Recommendations In Patients Undergoing Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis 

  Dasanayake, DRTS; Pathiranage, AMSD; Nanayakkara, N (2020)

  Abstract:- Dietary nutrient intake plays a dominant role in maintaining proper nutritional status in Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD) patients. Adhering to multiple dietary restrictions imposed on CAPD ...
• Exploration Of The Door To Needle Time Gap Of Administering Anti- Venom Serum (AVS) And Its Determinants: A Mixed-Method Study 

  Ritigahapola, RAM; Wijesingha, NSD; Jayalath, JPMH; Karunarathna, HPM; Madanayaka, ACW; Herath, HMP; Silva, A; Siribaddana, S (2020)

  Abstract:-A mix method study was conducted at the Teaching hospital, Anuradhapura (THA) to describe the demographic characteristics of snake bites, determine the median time gap of administering anti-venom, identify ...
• Occupational risk factors related to Cutaneous Leishmaniasis: A descriptive study 

  Abeysinghe, WAMSD; Nilmini, WS; Sandarekha, GGCN; Illangasingha, HT; Senanayake, KIDF; Liyanage, N; Munidasa, KGPK (2020)

  Abstract:-Cutaneous Leishmaniasis (CL) is an endemic disease in Sri Lanka and it is considered as a notifiable disease from year 2008. Anuradhapura has been one of the areas shows highest incidences of Leishmaniasis ...
• Knowledge, Attitudes And Practices On Antibiotic Therapy Among Parents Of Children Admitted To A Specialized Children’s Hospital In Sri Lanka 

  piumi (2020)

  Abstract:- Antibiotics are used to prevent and treat bacterial infections. It is mostly prescribed for sick children globally than for adults. Antibiotic resistance is a critical global health issue. Over-prescription ...
• Expectations Of Patients Who Underwent Chemotherapy For Breast Cancers In Apeksha Hospital Maharagama 

  Dushmanthi, AAA; Wijesooriya, WASM; Jayalath, JPTSW; Thilakarathna, HPMD; Malkanthi, MGR; Senevirathna, DMND; Senanayaka, AN (2020)

  Abstract:-Breast cancer is the most common cancer among females all around the world and in Sri Lanka. Patients receiving chemotherapy have reported several side effects and can affect for health status of patients ...
• Parental Feeding Styles Of Preschoolers In A Semi-Urban Setting In Kurunegala District 

  Jayawardhana, BGMS; Seneviwickrama, KLMD (2020)

  Abstract: Parental feeding style influences the nutritional status, growth, development, health and survival of preschool children. The objective of this study was to describe the parental feeding styles in selected ...
• Comparative in vitro bioequivalence evaluation of atenolol tablets available in Sri Lanka 

  de Silva, T K K; Liyanaarachchie, L C P T; Herath, H M D R (2020)

  Abstract: The availability of multiple brands for a single drug places health professionals and patients in a dilemma of drug substitution. Hence, evaluating bioequivalence of different brands compared to respective ...
• Knowledge and Awareness regarding Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) infection and vaccination among adolescents aged 14 – 16 years in selected mixed Government Schools in Kesbewa Educational Division, Sri Lanka. 

  Ushara, HLC; Wijesimghe, HMRR; Vysnavy, V; Malalagama, GGCR; Jayasekara, MGCH; Priyadarshanie, MN; Rodrigo, GDI (2020)

  Abstract:-Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is the most prevalent sexually transmitted infection worldwide. It causes cervical cancer which is the second most common cancer type among Sri Lankan women. HPV vaccine has been ...
• Effectiveness of an awareness programme on burn prevention and first aid among grade 10 students of type 1 and 2 schools in Kesbewa Divisional area, Piliyandala educational zone, Colombo District, Sri Lanka 

  Jayarathna, RAKP; Silva, BPD; Gamasinghearachchi, GASS; Chamaleen, DBI; Rajawardhana, MBDT; Samarasinghe, DVDM; Sugathapala, RDUP (202)

  Abstract - Burns are one of the most common household injuries, especially among children. Burn education is a must for reduce the levels of morbidity and mortality rate due to burns. This study was based on one group ...
• Knowledge And Attitude Regarding Adverse Drug Reaction Reporting And Associated Factors Among State Pharmacist In Northern Province, Srilanka 

  Kaluarachchi, ML.; Thuvaragan, S.; Coonghe, PAD; Thihahiny, SN. (2020)

  Abstract – Adverse drug reaction (ADR) is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Reporting of ADRs is considered to be an important step to achieve a safe drug use. Reporting of ADR becomes a part of ...
• The association between physical activities and overweight/obesity among adolescent girls in three provincial girls’ schools in Piliyandala Educational Zone, Colombo, Sri Lanka. 

  Karunarathna, KPNP; Karunarathne, HKLJ; Jayathilaka, EMP; Dissanayake, DMWS; Lekamge, OLPA; Sugathapala, RDUP; Vidanage, D; Meegoda, MKDL (2020)

  Abstract:-Obesity/overweight in adolescents have declared as a risk for noncommunicable diseases in late life. The level of physical activity is considered a useful determinant in assessing the risk of overweight/obesity. ...
• Prevalence And Association Of Overweight With Major Non- Communicable Diseases Among Elderly People Living In Kesbewa Secretariat Division, Colombo, Sri Lanka 

  Wijesekara, HATM; Sanjeewani, BGH; Sandeepani, BADN; Samarasinghe, HA; Sathsarani, AWA; Godamulla, GRL; Wijesiri, HSMSK; Sudath, SP (2020)

  Abstract:-Non-Communicable diseases (NCDs) have become a major global health problem. Cardiovascular diseases, diabetes mellitus, cancer and chronic respiratory diseases are considered as major NCDs. Those conditions ...
• Association of socio demographic and educational factors on knowledge and attitudes on the role of community pharmacist in healthcare system among the science students of University of Jaffna 

  Thilaxy, T; Clindon, N; Thuvaragan, S; Surenthirakumaran, R (2020)

  Abstract – Community pharmacists are expanding their services from dispensing practice to various health services to the public. Understanding their role in healthcare system is essential to get their satisfactory ...
• Assessment of the Awareness in Management of Chemotherapy Related Adverse Effects Experienced by Cancer Patients at Apeksha Hospital, Maharagama, Sri Lanka 

  Jayalath, JMAD; Wikramarathne, GNDDZ; Doranegoda, DMNPK; Sanjeewani, NA; Siriwardhene, MA; Balawardhene, KASJ (2020)

  Abstract: Cancer accounts for majority of the disease related deaths all over the world. Although cancer can be treated with chemotherapy successfully, the burden of chemotherapy related side effects makes a negative ...
• Knowledge On Diet Among The Ischemic Heart Disease Patients Attending Cardiology Clinic At Teaching Hospital Jaffna 

  Yanuthy, U; Coonghe, PAD; Guruparan, M; Kamalarupan, L (2020)

  Abstract - Ischemic Heart Disease (IHD) is major cause of death in worldwide. In Sri Lanka, cardiovascular diseases cover 40% of Non-communicable diseases. IHD was ranked as leading cause for the hospital deaths ...
• Knowledge On Usage Of Thyroxin Tablet Among Primary Hypothyroidism Patients Attending Endocrinology Clinic At Teaching Hospital Jaffna 

  Tharsan, R; Aravinthan, M; Coonghe, PAD; Kalki, P (2020)

  Abstract: Hypothyroidism is a common condition in Sri Lanka as it is world-wide. Most of the people were getting treatment for hypothyroidism in Jaffna. By having good knowledge on usage of thyroxin medicine, can be ...
• Development of a herbal soap using selected medicinal plants and evaluation of its antimicrobial activity 

  Wijayawardhana, NM; Cooray, MMDU; Uluwaduge, DI; Arawwawala, LDAM; Jayasuriya, WJABN (2020)

  Abstract: Soaps are used as a modality for topical application of medicinal plants used in the treatment of skin infections. In herbal soaps, natural bioactive constituents with a variety of therapeutic activities ...
• Knowledge Regarding Weight Management Through Lifestyle Modification Among Overweight And Obese Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients 

  Powsiga, U; Coonghe, PAD; Aravinthan, M; Kamalarupan, L (2020)

  Diabetes mellitus is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, with an estimated 80% of the affected population living in developing countries like Sri Lanka (Hu, 2011). Prevalence of diabetes in Sri Lanka, ...

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