Hasandi, W.A.H.N.; Perera, B.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: There are many adverse consequences of irrational use of medications.
Irrational use of medications will reduce the quality of treatment which will result in
increased morbidity and mortality, development ...
Chathuranga, G.; Dissanayake, T.; Fernando, N.; Wanigatunge, C.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: Infectious diseases are an important cause of death among cancer patients.
The main risk factor for infection is neutropenia associated with chemotherapy.
Objectives: To determine the spectrum and the ...
Sivathmeega, S.; Rathnayaka, R.M.K.T.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: Skin cancer is a common type of cancer in the world. The incidence has been
increasing rapidly all over the world; especially, in recent years, fairly rapid increment can
be seen in melanoma skin cancer ...
Karunanayaka, K.D.S.V.; Hettihewa, S.K.; Silva, D.D.; Karunanayaka, L.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: Hand hygiene is taken as an effective preventive measure to avoid spread of
antimicrobial resistance.
Objectives: The aim of the study was to develop non-alcohol based hand scrubs using
natural plant ...
Niranga, E.K.S.; Wijesekera, K.; Napagoda, M.T.; Wijayaratne, G.B.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: Plant based medicines have over the years contributed to treat diseases and
illnesses. Infectious diseases have become a leading cause for premature deaths worldwide.
Evidence based validation of medicinal ...
Tillakasekera, D.Y.; Perera, R.J.S.; Wijayabahu, M.D.S.S.; Perera, M.K.M.M.; Rathnayake, V.W.M.T.P.; Subasinghe, A.D.D.M.S.; Rajapaksha, M.D.S.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: The use of agrochemicals instead of traditional organic farming methods to
prevent infections and harmful pests in crops is on the rise. The farmers spend a lot of time
exposed to these harmful agrochemicals. ...
Nawarathne, N.W.; Wijesekera, K.; Napagoda, M.T.; Wijayaratne, G.B.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: Acne vulgaris is one of the most prevalent chronic dermatologic pathological
conditions in the world involving inflammation of pilosebaceous units (hair follicles and
their accompanying sebaceous gland). ...
Hettihewa, S.K.; Manamperi, M.D.; Wasana, P.W.D.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: Herbal mouthwash provides a viable alternative as they are alcohol-free,
chemical free and contains time tested herbal oils and plant extracts that promote oral health.
Objectives: The aim of the present ...
Hettihewa, S.K.; Kusalpriya, H.A.V.; Lukshman, P.L.N.; Ranathunga, R.G.R.S.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: The importance of natural coloring agents has arisen due to the harmful
effects of the synthetic coloring agents.
Objectives: The present study was aimed to use riped fruit of Opuntia dillenii (katu pathok) ...
Nayanathara, R.K.A.B.; Perera, B.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: Antibiotic resistance has been identified as a significant health issue across
the world. Inappropriate antibiotics prescribing by physicians, dispensing antibiotics without
prescription and counseling by ...
Hettihewa, S.K.; Udayangani, R.M.M.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: Natural antioxidants present in herbs, fruits and vegetables can bring
substantial health benefits as dietary nutrition supplements and therapeutic agents.
Objectives: The aim of the present study was to ...
Jayarathna, W.U.; Hettihewa, S.K.; Karunanayaka, K.D.S.V.; Samarasingha, S.; Dissanayake, G.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: Aedes aegypti, Anopheles stephensi and Culex quinquefasciatus mosquitoes
are the major vectors for dengue fever, malaria, filariasis in Sri Lanka. The most of
mosquito repellents presently available in the ...
Gunasingha, U.L.D.D.N.; Sampath, L.A.D.G.; Lional, I.S.H.S.; Vithanarachchi, S.L.H.; Nisansala, M.W.N.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: Among the health care professionals, nurses are the majority and essential
drivers of quality health care. Their workload is directly related to the quality of nursing
care. Understanding workload and its ...
Wickrama, T.; Wickrama, K.A.S.; Sukunan, G.; Thanigaseelan, S.; Saranya, P.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: The Ministry of Health in Sri Lanka has reported over 80,000 dengue cases
and over 200 deaths from January to July of 2017.This is in 15 districts including Batticaloa
district in Sri Lanka where monsoon ...
Silva, M.D.P.; Perera, P.R.P.P.; Jayaweera, C.D.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a potential health burden globally.
Agricultural workers and people drinking stagnant water in reservoirs are at greater risk of
developing the disease. In Sri Lanka, prevalence ...
Akberally, B.K.; Koralegedera, I.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: Recreational sports (RS) allows a person to be physically and mentally fit,
without practices and pressure of competition. Most people lead a sedentary lifestyle, which
makes them unhealthy and the victims ...
Dharmasena, I.A.; Siriwardhana, I.D.; Attanayake, A.P.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: The primary test in the diagnosis and management of diabetes mellitus is the
plasma glucose concentration. Venous blood is collected into tubes that contain
antiglycolytic agents to prevent in vitro glycolysis. ...
Chandramali, G.V.D.; Dilushi, P.H.N.; Wijesekara, G.U.S.; Samaranayeke, T.S.P.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: Hypertension is a common asymptomatic disease which is a growing issue of
public today. Microalbuminuria in hypertensive patients reflects systemic dysfunction of
vascular endothelium, blood pressure control, ...
Hettihewa, S.K.; Opatha, S.A.T.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: The importance of natural antioxidants has arisen due to the carcinogenic
nature of the synthetic antioxidants found in commercial herbal creams.
Objectives: The study was aimed to formulate a herbal cream ...
Chathuranga, N.; Rathnayake, N.; Lenora, J.(Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2018-11-08)
Background: Allied Health Sciences (AHS) degree programmes were started to uplift the
standard of the allied health professions. However, every year a large number of allied
health undergraduates and graduates change ...