• Help Seeking Attitude for Depression among Nursing Undergraduates in a Private Education Institute in Gampaha District, Sri Lanka 

  Nazeer, Z.A.A.; Deneththi, M.P.; Hathurusinghe, H.D.R.H.; Fernando, W.D.P. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: Depression is a psychological problem which affects undergraduates. Studies have shown that nursing undergraduates are more prone to have depression due to clinical training, academic workload, and night ...
• Psychological Distress related to Acne among Young Adults who are Attending to the Dermatologic Clinic at the National Hospital of Sri Lanka 

  Perera, K.G.D.M.; Rathnayaka, R.M.U.S.; Pathmathilaka, T.M.D.; Premathilaka, H.G.N.P.; Dissanayake, D.M.N.L.; Jayamaha, A.R.; Dharmarathna, H.H.N.D. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: Acne is a common visible skin disease affecting a considerable percentage of the world population with the highest prevalence in the younger generation. It is known to cause a significant psychological impact ...
• Effect of Temperature on Cysteine Inhibitory Activity of Seed Extracts of Vigna unguiculate (Cowpea) Sri Lankan Breeds 

  Thilakarathne, R.M.P.S.; Ampemohotti, A.A.L.T.; Hettiarachchi, C.M.; Kumari, K.D.K.P. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: Disturbances in regulation of cysteine activity may leads to severe disease conditions such as cancers, neurodegenerative disorders and cardiovascular diseases. Therefore, the discovery of natural cysteine ...
• Study of In-vitro Antiurolithiatic and Lithotriptic Activities of Crateva adansonii 

  Madawala, A.L.; Gunarathne, P.D.; Bandara, S.P.; Samanmali, B.L.C.; Pathirana, R.N. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: Urolithiasis clinically stands for the formation and movement of stones in the urinary system and it is one of the most common urinary diseases in the world. The plant; Crateva adansonii (Garlic pear tree; ...
• Bacteriological Profile of Chronic Foot Ulcers in Diabetic Patients at Teaching Hospital Karapitiya 

  Maheshika, A.L.R.; Wijayaratne, W.M.D.G.B.; Peiris, H.H. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: Diabetes is a leading non-communicable disease in the world. Diabetic foot ulcers are one of the most common devastating complications in diabetic patients. Diabetic foot ulcers are predominantly caused by ...
• Determination of the Effectiveness of Selected Disinfectants Available in a Medical Laboratory Setting 

  Jinadasa, A.A.C.A.; Peiris, H.H.; Wickramasinghe, S.S. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: Sterilization is a process that kills all forms of microbial life using physical or chemical sterilization methods. As the gold standard method for physical sterilization, autoclaving is used in medical ...
• Knowledge on Safety Measures Regarding Hospital Acquired Infections among Sanitary Workers at the Teaching Hospital, Karapitiya 

  Asiri, H.S.; Abeygunasekara, T. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) are a primary health concern in the hospital sector. HAIs are a significant cause of morbidity and mortality around the world. Hospital sanitary workers are a high-risk ...
• The Secondary Metabolites in Medicinal Plants with Potential Anti-ulcer Activity and Their Mechanism of Actions: An Overview 

  Kumarapperuma, P.; Hettihewa, S. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: Gastritis is an inflammation, irritation or erosion of the lining of the stomach with the formation of lesions in the gastrointestinal mucosa. Conventional drugs such as proton pump inhibitors, histamine ...
• Factors Affecting Consumer Preference on Mobile Specimen Collection Service in the Kandy Municipal Area: A Cross-sectional Study 

  Dissanayake, D.M.D.S.; Wickramasinghe, W.D. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: The mobile specimen collection service (MSCS) is a well-established healthcare service worldwide. Although this service is well established, most of the people in Sri Lanka still visit the laboratory to ...
• Performance-based and Self-reported Physical Functions and Associated Co-morbidities among Community-dwelling Older People in Embilipitiya MOH Area 

  Karunadasa, R.; Rathnayake, N. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: Physical Functions (PF) in performance based and self-reported ways are essential parameters for health assessment in older people that can be further influenced by co morbidity. Objectives: To assess the ...
• Antacid Properties of Acidic and Basic Aqueous Extracts Obtained from Vishnukranthi (Evolvulus alsinoides (L.) L.) Plant 

  Ruberu, T.I.S.; Jayasuriya, W.J.A.B.N.; Arawwawala, L.D.A.M.; Suresh, T.S.; Palliyaguru, L.; Jayaweera, P.M. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: The perinneal herb, Evolvulus alsinoides is commonly known as Vishnukranthi (Sinhala), Dwarf morning glory (English), Vishnukarandi (Tamil) and Shankpushpi (Sanskrit). This plant with blue flowers is known ...
• Association between Body Mass Index and Degree of Disability in Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain: A Cross-sectional Study 

  Dasanayake, D.A.R.P.; Fernando, W.J.T.T.N.; Withanage, H.E.K.; Perera, A.D.P.; Nanayakkara, B.C.I.J.; Jayasinghe, H.W.U.S. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: Low back pain (LBP) is a common disorder, which contributes greatly to the degree of disability (DoD). Body Mass Index (BMI) has been identified as a significant contributory factor for LBP. Understanding ...
• In-vitro Investigations on Antioxidant and Anti-diabetic Activities of Selected Medicinal Plants in Sri Lanka 

  De Silva, H.H.V.K.N.; Liyanaarachchie, L.C.P.T.; Perera, H.K.I.; Jayasooriya, R.G.B.V.; Karunarathna, R.M.C.B.; Banda, M.U.W.M. Kuda; Wickramaratne, D.B.M. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: Scientific investigations of biological activities of plant extracts are important to develop formulations for diabetes mellitus as it is a major health concern in the world. Therefore, it is beneficial to ...
• Reasons for Delayed Presentation in Patients with Oral Cancer to the Teaching Hospital Karapitiya 

  Jayasinghe, W.L.M.; Weeratunga, E.B. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: Oral cancer is one of the leading malignancies among males in Sri Lanka and the most common cause of death. Early detection/diagnosis, treatment and management are vital to reduce morbidity and mortality ...
• Socio-demographic Characteristics of Adolescent Pregnant Women in the Galle District: A Hospital-based Descriptive Cross-sectional Study 

  Thakshila, P.H.D.; De Zoysa, E. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: Adolescence is defined as the age between 10 to 19 years. Adolescent pregnancies are a global problem with unfavourable health, social and economic consequences and it has a higher maternal mortality and ...
• Physicochemical and Phytochemical Properties of the Amurthashtaka kwatha: An Ayurvedic Polyherbal Formulation 

  Vinodani, L.P.S.; Jayasuriya, W.J.A.B.N.; Herath, H.M.D.R.; Hapuarachchi, S.D.; Dantanarayana, P.; Suresh, T.S. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: Amurthashtaka kwatha is an ayurvedic polyherbal formulation made up of eight plants, including bark of Azadirachta indica, seeds of Holarrhena antidysenterica, heart wood of Santalum album, stem of Tinospora ...
• A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study of Practices Related to Usage of Skin Antiseptics among Healthcare Professionals in Sri Lanka 

  Kalingamudali, Y.T.; Munasinghe, S.M.N.; Dewalegama, S.D.; Jalini, P.; Jayamaha, A.; Jayaratna, D.L. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: Skin is the largest organ in the body where microorganisms reside, potentially producing detrimental effects if introduced into the body through invasive medical procedures. Healthcare-associated infections ...
• A Comparative Study between the Outcomes of Laparoscopic and Open Para Umbilical Hernia Repair at National Hospital Sri Lanka and Teaching Hospital Karapitiya 

  De Silva, K.P.V.R.; Senevirathna, R.W.; Kumarasinghe, J.P.M.; Uluvitiya, M.; Manawadu, N.V. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: Para-umbilical hernia (PUH) repair has shown a progressive development over the time. It was initially performed by the open technique. With the introduction of new mesh types, laparoscopic para-umbilical ...
• Awareness of Breast Cancer and Breast Self-examination among Female Undergraduates in the University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka: A Cross-sectional Study 

  Madushani, K.A.; Peiris, H.H. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08)

  Background: Breast Cancer (BC) is the commonest cancer among females all over the world and in Sri Lanka. The regular Breast Self-Examination (BSE) is an important way to detect BC early. Then it is more likely to be ...
• Association between Socio-Demographic Data and Usage of Skincare Products among Inhabitants in Kandy District, Sri Lanka 

  Weerasinghe, S.G.H.L.; Napagoda, M.T. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2022-08-26)

  Background: Skincare products are used by consumers for different purposes like cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness or altering the appearance without affecting the body structure and function. Previous ...

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