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Impact of Covid-19 on Health-Related Behaviours among Parents with Children Under 10 Years in Wennappuwa Divisional Secretariat Area, Sri Lanka – A Cross-Sectional Study
(2022)The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted millions of individuals causing major changes to their livelihood, health behaviours, and physical and mental well-being. The general objective of this study was to describe the changes ... -
In-Vitro Antibacterial Activity of Crude Organic Extracts of Selected Pteridophytes Found in Sri Lanka
(2022)Antibiotic resistance is a global health concern that ultimately results in resistant bacterial strains against common antibiotics. Therefore, it is an urgent need to discover novel antibiotics of natural origin. ... -
In-Vitro Evaluation of Gastroprotective Activity and Phytochemical Screening of the Aqueous Leaf Extract of Cyclea peltate
(2022)Cyclea peltata (Kahipiththan in Sinhala) (C. peltata) is a climbing shrub that belongs to the family Menispermaceae. When the leaf extract is mixed with water, it forms an edible gel that is consumed to treat gastrointestinal ... -
An In-Vitro Evaluation of Photoprotective Potential of Leaf Extracts of Atalantia Ceylanica, Hibiscus Furcatus and Formulated Herbal Sunscreen Gel
(2022)Higher exposure to solar radiation may cause skin diseases due to the harmful effects of sunburn. Sunscreen is one of best methods to prevent solar-induced skin cancers and sunburns. Sunscreens consist of natural ... -
Individual and Combined Antioxidant Activities of Desmodium triflorum Linn. and Pogostemon heyneanus Benth.
(2022)Desmodium triflorum Linn. and Pogostemon heyneanus Benth. are medicinal plants in Sri Lanka. This investigation was conducted to determine the individual and combined antioxidant activities of D. triflorum whole plant ... -
Investigation of Cardiovascular Disease Risk among Patients Attending the Medical Clinic of University Hospital KDU, Using Lipid Indices and ASCVD Risk Calculator
(2022)Accurate risk assessment of cardiovascular disease (CVD) plays a pivotal role in preventing coronary heart disease, stroke, etc. which could be life threatening. This study aimed at investigating the correlation of ... -
Knowledge and Practice Regarding Basic First-Aid Among Commercial Three-Wheeler Drivers of Colombo District, Sri Lanka
(2022)First-aid is the immediate care given to an injured person during an accident until proper medical care is provided. Commercial three-wheeler drivers act as first responders because they may be the first to arrive at an ... -
Knowledge towards and Practices on First-Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Following Road Traffic Injury among Traffic Police Officers in Selected Police Divisions in Colombo District, Sri Lanka
(2022)Road traffic injury (RTI) is a leading cause of death in Sri Lanka. Prompt first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can minimize the lethal consequences in RTI. Traffic police officers, who are trained on first-aid ... -
Knowledge towards Sexually Transmitted Diseases among Undergraduates of KAATSU International University, Sri Lanka: Cross-Sectional Study
(2022)Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) remain a significant public health concern leading to morbidity and mortality globally. The COVID-19 pandemic significantly affected STD surveillance and prevention efforts. In Sri ... -
Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices on Bioterrorism Threats among Undergraduates of KAATSU International University (KIU)
(2022)Bioterrorism is the intentional use of microorganisms or toxins derived from living organisms to produce death or disease in humans, animals, and plants. Bioterrorism potentially could lead to disastrous consequences and ... -
Neutrophil to Lymphocyte Ratio Exhibits a Relationship with the Occurrence of Microvascular Complications Among Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients
(2022)The systemic disorder, Diabetes Mellitus (DM) can eventually lead to microvascular complications as a result of persistent subclinical vascular inflammation. The literature has highlighted the use of haematological indices ... -
Prevalence of and Factors Associated with Painkiller Self-Medication among Students Undergoing Higher Education in Western Province, Sri Lanka
(2022)Self-medication (SM) is an emerging practice commonly used for pain management among higher education students. However, unreliable self-medication may lead to severe complications. Therefore, this study aims to assess ... -
Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Injuries among Dancing Undergraduates in the Faculty of Dancing and Drama, University of the Visual and Performing Arts, Colombo, Sri Lanka
(2022)Dancing includes repetitive movements involving numerous joints in the body, which may cause musculoskeletal ailments. Physical health issues among dancers have not been studied in Sri Lanka. Therefore, this study is ... -
Prevalence of Nasal Carriage of Staphylococcus aureus and its Antimicrobial Resistance Pattern in Patients on Haemodialysis at Haemodialysis Unit, Teaching Hospital Jaffna
(2022)Staphylococcus aureus causes the most prevalent bacterial infections in haemodialysis patients. Compared to healthy controls, patients undergoing chronic haemodialysis have an increased risk of Staphylococcus aureus nasal ... -
The Prevalence of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders among Dental Professional in National Dental Hospital, Colombo and Institute of Oral Health, Maharagama
(2022)It is considered that work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSD) are one of the major occupational health hazards that dental professionals have unveiled. Although dentistry is a high-risk profession for the development ... -
Professional and Social Impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic among Physiotherapists Working in the State Hospitals in the Western Province of Sri Lanka
(2022)Introduction: COVID-19 rapidly overwhelmed the entire world and challenged healthcare professionals globally. Physiotherapy is one of the main professions affected by it. Method: A descriptive cross-sectional study was ... -
A Qualitative Study of the Perspectives of Care Received by The Institutionalized Elders in Southern Province, Sri Lanka
(2022)In the current era, elderly people are more prone to have institutionalized care because of nobody to care them. It is crucial to investigate whether they are received a quality holistic care in order to improve their ... -
Relationship between Emotional Intelligence and Academic Performances among Final Year Health Science Students in Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, Sri Lanka
(2022)The aim of the study was to assess the relationship between Emotional Intelligence (EI) and academic performances among final year health science students in Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, General Sir John Kotelawala ... -
The Relationship between Foot Arch Index with Quadriceps and Hamstring Muscle Strength in Patients with Flat Feet Deformity and Bilateral Knee Osteoarthritis
(2022)Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is a common type of arthritis in Sri Lanka. Any alterations of the mechanical alignments in the knee have an impact on the foot structure which biomechanically linked by a kinematic chain. This ... -
Relationship between Static Foot Posture and Ankle Range of Motion among the Physiotherapy Undergraduates of Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, General Sir John Kotelawala Defense University
(2022)Foot biomechanics play a significant role in the quality of standing and ambulation. Different types of foot posture and foot’s loading characteristics can lead for alterations of foot structure which may cause long term ...