• Knowledge on Sexual and Reproductive Health among Pregnant Women and Spouses During Antenatal Period in Katana Medical Officer of Health Area. 

  Manishka, H.A.S.; Abeygunasekara, T.U.W.; Nanayakkara, P.M. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: Knowledge of sexual and reproductive health during pregnancy is an important aspect which affects the physical and mental health of pregnant mothers and spouses. Sexual relationship is changed during pregnancy ...
• Attitudes towards Antidepressants and Supportive Psychological Therapies among Patients with Mild to Moderate Depression: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study. 

  Jayashankha, M.N.; Mahesh, K.H.D.; Subasinghe, H.W.A.S.; De Silva, K.I.M. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: Knowledge of sexual and reproductive health during pregnancy is an important aspect which affects the physical and mental health of pregnant mothers and spouses. Sexual relationship is changed during pregnancy ...
• Demographic Characteristics and Features of Long Bone Fractures in Children in Southern Province: A Pilot Study. 

  De Rajakaruna, D.S.H.Z.; Warushahennadi, J.; De Silva, K.M. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: Fractures in pediatric patients is a significant public health issue. The causative factors for long bone fractures (LBF) are accidental or non-accidental in nature. In children, even minor falls can result ...
• Effect of Sexual and Reproductive Health Education in Preventing Adolescent Pregnancies among School Teens in MOH Egodauayana (2021 2023). 

  Withanage, S.J.W.; Gajanayake, C.; Lakshima, W.D.S.; Karunanayake, A.; Dias, B.A.S.P. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: The Egodauyana MOH area experienced the highest adolescent pregnancy rates within the Colombo RDHS in 2021, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Adolescent pregnancies have significant health, social, and economic ...
• Associated Factors for Knowledge on Dementia among Professional Caregivers of Older People at Elderly Care Centers in Jaffna District, Sri Lanka. 

  Ajeetha, J.; Priyadharshini, A.P.; Jesinthan, S.; Issac, M,; Sathees, S.; Vaitheki, U. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: Dementia is a common psychogeriatric problem among older people that manifests with progressive memory impairment. Formal caregivers play an essential role in carrying out non-pharmacological treatments and ...
• Parental Perspectives on Seizures and Epilepsy in Galle district: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study. 

  Liyanage, S.M.U.; Dissanayake, A.S.; Jayasinghe, M. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: Parents' attitudes towards childhood seizures and epilepsy differ depending on awareness, emotional impact, stigma, medical experiences, support networks, and everyday life implications. Addressing these ...
• Psychological Impact among Primary Caregivers of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder at Selected Autism Treatment Centers in Colombo Municipal Area. 

  Chathurani, G.A.S.; Priyadarshani, J.A.A.; Gunawardena, Y.A.A.S.; Udayangani, K.H.S.; Warnakulasuriya, K.M.M.M.S.P.; Abeyrathna, W.M.D.N.; Edirisuriya, M.D.; Senerath, N.S.A.S.N. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by impairments in social interaction, communication and limited habitual activities and interests. Clinical characteristics of ...
• Cross-sectional Survey in Designing mHealth Application for Informal Carers of Dementia Concerning Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms. 

  Jagoda, T.; Dharmaratne, S.; Rathnayake, S. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: Informal carers of dementia face challenges in managing behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD). mHealth applications are sustainable solutions to help them. Nevertheless, mHealth applications ...
• Loneliness and Psychological Status among Retired Government Officers in A Selected Area in Matara, Sri Lanka. 

  Nawarathne, N.M.D.S.; Gunarathna, G.G.M.R.; Rajapaksha, M.N.; Block, G.S.; Kalyani, W.G.D.; Kariyawasam, K.H.A.Y.; Nisansala, M.W.N. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: Loneliness, characterized by feelings of social isolation and disconnectedness, has been linked to various adverse psychological outcomes, including depression, anxiety, and stress. Among retirees, the ...
• Literacy and Stigma of Suicide among Undergraduate Students in Public Universities within the Western Province of Sri Lanka. 

  Bandara, P.K.B.A.E.; De Silva, B.G.R. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: In Sri Lanka, university undergraduate students face significant mental health challenges, including stress, anxiety, and depression. Improving mental health understanding can mitigate stigma, yet research ...
• Prevalence and Associated Factors of Acute Poisoning in Galle District, Southern Province, Sri Lanka: A Cross-sectional Analytical Study. 

  Wickramaarachchi, A.D.J.L.; Prasadi, G.A.M.; Pushpakumara, P.H.G.J. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: Acute poisoning (AP) represents a significant public health challenge worldwide, exerting considerable morbidity and mortality burdens. Understanding of patterns over different regions during different time ...
• Loading Erythrocytes with Insulin and Determining the Intraerythrocytic Concentration and Stability. 

  Jayawickrama, G.G.D.T.; Siriwardhene, M.A.; Karunarathna, K.A.A.U.; Nadeshkumar, A.; Pathirana, W. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: Novel insulin delivery methods (IDMs) are needed to evade the inconveniences of current IDMs. Objective: To load soluble insulin (SI) into human erythrocytes and determine the intraerythrocytic concentration ...
• Phenotypic Detection of Carbapenemase Production among Multidrug Resistant Gram-negative Bacteria Isolated at Teaching Hospital Karapitiya. 

  Pathiranage, K.N.A.; Wickramasinghe, S.S.; Piyasiri, D.L.B. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: Global carbapenem resistance is causing significant treatment failures and raising mortality rates. However, there is limited local data on the prevalence of carbapenemase production among multidrug-resistant ...
• Comparison of Clinical Features and Haematological Parameters along with C-Reactive Protein and Transaminase Levels to Distinguish Dengue Infection from other Febrile Illnesses that Mimic Dengue. 

  Widusari, W.H.K.M.; Gunawardana, K.B.; Basnayake, L.S. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: The broad spectrum of clinical manifestations of dengue fever (DF) which mimics other infections, makes it challenging to diagnose it in the early course of disease. Serological tests used in the diagnosis ...
• Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of Three Hepatoprotective Plant Extracts on Diet Induced Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, in vivo Study 

  Abeykoon, A.M.A.U.; Paranagama, M.P.; Wijesundera, K.K.; Rajapakse, R.P.V.J. (2024-07-05)

  Background: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a growing health concern in Sri Lanka and globally. Exploring indigenous remedies like Osbeckia octandra, Atalantia ceylanica, and Vernonia cinerea, used in ...
• Impact of Intranasal Lead on Subjective Symptoms of Japanese Cedar Pollinosis: A Clinical Study in Fukui, Japan. 

  Nishadhi, D.A.S.M.; Kato, M.; Tazaki, A. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: About 50% of Japanese population suffers from Japanese cedar pollinosis (JCP) which is the most common seasonal allergic rhinitis in Japan caused by exposure to cedar pollen. This high prevalence together ...
• Prevalence of Asymptomatic Bacteriuria, Association of Patient-related Factors and Cancer-related Factors in Patients with Cancer, Attending Trail Cancer Hospital, Tellippalai, Sri Lanka. 

  Samaraweera, S.A.P.K.; Hapitigama, R.H.G.L.; Wijewardhane, R.I.H.; Gnanakarunyan, T.J.; Ramachandran, R.; Saravanabavananthan, S.; Kumbukage, P.S.P. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: Cancer is one of the leading diseases in the world. Patients with cancer, especially those immunocompromised, are at a higher risk of infection from untreated asymptomatic bacteriuria (ABU), which can lead ...
• Comparative Study of Anti-inflammatory Potency and Acute Toxicity Effects of Aqueous Extracts of Roots and Whole Plants of Alysicarpus vaginalis (L.) DC. and Desmodium gangeticum (L.) DC. 

  Jayasuriya, W.A.B.N.; Rajapaksha, R.M.T.N.; Herath, H.M.D.R.; Karunarathna, K.A.A.U.; Dahanayake, J.M. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: Desmodium gangeticum (Shalparni) and Alysicarpus vaginalis (Aswenna) belong to Fabaceae family. Due to the scarcity of Desmodium gangeticum in Sri Lanka, indigenous physicians often use Alysicarpus vaginalis ...
• Hendirikka (Mirabilis jalapa) Derived Dye: An Alternative Natural Stain for Human Red Blood Cells. 

  Manage, T.B.M.; Dhanapala, K.M.R.I.; Mahinda, M.T.R.; Rasaratnam, K. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: Staining is a vital technique in clinical microscopy that enhances the contrast of cellular elements during morphological examinations. Although synthetic dyes are extensively used in staining biological ...
• Impact of Examination Stress on Blood Cell Parameters among Undergraduates of the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Jaffna. 

  Kavitha, R.; Dowhetha, K.; Rexquentan, R.; Sathees, S.; Karunaithas, R. (FAHS, 2024-07-05)

  Background: Examination stress is a sense of anxiety and tension about facing an examination. University students reported possessing significant stress during examinations which ultimately affects their physical and ...

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