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Impact of economic crisis on attitudes & practices about complementary feeding among mothers of 6 - 24 months children in selected PHM areas of Batticaloa MOH

Peshala Bandara, W.M; Wimalasiri, K.A.T.C; Miriyagalla, M.K; Wijesinghe, W.M.W.I (FHCS, EUSL, 2024-04)

Complementary feeding is critical for growing children specially 6 - 24 months of age as it bridges the nutritional gap between breast feeding. By our study, we attempted to evaluate current practices, attitudes & impact ...
Evaluation of physical, mental and social well-being of first year Advanced Level science stream students in Manmunai North Zone, Batticaloa

Ikraam, M.H.M; Shivarnthie, S; Shirin, M.F; Maheesh, M (FHCS, EUSL, 2024)

The World Health Organization (WHO) constitution states that ‘’Health is a state of complete physical ,mental and social well –being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity”. Health involves a strong sense of ...
Study the awareness on health impacts of substances abuse among students at selected schools in Batticaloa Educational Zone

Thizharie, R; Gopinath, V; Samuditha, M.K.S; Sanjeewani, S.H.P (FHCS, EUSL, 2024-04)

Substance abuse refers to the harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs. Substance abuse is a major public health concern affecting one’s physical, mental, and social well-being. ...
Study on sociodemographic factors and knowledge of sexually transmitted diseases: a comparison of patients attending STD clinic and OPD of Teaching Hospital Batticaloa

Jayasingha, J.A.D.T; Salinda Karunapala, J; Harshini Abeyrathne, I (FHCS, EUSL, 2024-08)

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) have dramatically increased in recent years, causing a large health burden in Sri Lanka. The World health organization states that more than 1 million STDs are acquired every day ...
Learning patterns and the factors which influence the learning patterns among medical undergraduates of FHCS Eastern University Sri Lanka

Thilakarathna, M, I; Thilini Prasadi, K.V.G; Joanie Natalie, A; Harsha Madusanka, W.A (FHCS, EUSL, 2024-04)

Medical undergraduates require good quality learning to be equipped with needed skills to bear their responsibilities as future doctors. Learning patterns and their associated factors play a major role in their academic ...
Study on prevalence, risk factors and knowledge on preventive strategies of self harming among grade 12 Advanced Level students in Batticaloa Zone

Mayunaka, R; Goshigan, P. R; Meurina, W. E; Kithurshana, B (FHCS, EUSL, 2024-11)

Self-harm is when somebody injures or harms themselves to cope with or express extreme emotional distress and internal turmoil. They do not generally intend to kill themselves. But the results can be fatal. Self-harm is a ...
Assessment of quality of patient care provision at cardiology clinic, Teaching Hospital Batticaloa.

Tharanitharan, T; Sajith, V; Rizqa, M. J. F; Shimrah, S. N (FHCS, EUSL, 2024-04)

Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death worldwide. These diseases are responsible for a significant burden on healthcare systems and the economy. Cardiovascular diseases are also a major health concern in ...
Factors affecting the BMI of Health- Care students of FHCS

Sachin Chathuranga Thennakoon, R.M; Lahiru Sandaruwan, A.G; Chasulika Chamodani, H.A (FHCS, EUSL, 2024-11)

The increasing prevalence of overweight and obesity, mostly due to various behavioral and lifestyle factors are a burden on the population. Overweight and obesity are recognized as the cause of many health related ...
Factors affecting the level of physical activity of Health- Care students at EUSL

Bulumulle, D.A; Dhananjana, W.K.N; Silva, H.M.R; Dharmasiri, J.G.M.P (FHCS, EUSL, 2024-04)

According to the level of physical activity the levels are four categories as vigorous, moderate, mild and sedentary. Due to the workload and other factors are associated with the physical activity level of the young adults ...
Exploring the perceptions & experiences of dowry practices (groom price) among medical students of Faculty of Health- Care Sciences, Eastern University, Sri Lanka

Anuram, R; Mithushika, S; Dilaxshana, C; Nilakshiha, I (FHCS, EUSL, 2024-11)

The payment of dowry, in which the bride's family gives money, property, or other valuables to the family of the prospective husband, is a common custom. It has an extensive past and an eclectic cultural legacy, and it has ...
Factors influencing the intention of migration among the medical students of Faculty of Health- Care Sciences, Eastern University, Sri Lanka after graduation

Mathushanth, S; Seeha, M.N.F; Adshayane, K; Ahamed, M.N.S (FHCS, EUSL, 2024-04)

Sri Lanka has made significant investments in free education over the past 70 years. Sri Lanka is facing a shortage of skilled healthcare workers due to the brain drain of doctors, who were raised in a free public education ...
A study on sexual behavior and awareness about contraceptives among undergraduates in Eastern University, Sri Lanka.

Sachini Apsara Senarathne, H.P; Dinusha Priyangika, L.R; Piyarathne, N.S.R; Perera, P.L.S.U.S (FHCS, EUSL, 2023-05)
Prescription audit in a Tertiary Health- Care facility at Batticaloa, Sri Lanka

Bogahawatta, V.S; Tharaka, K.M.A; Sathsarini Mallikarachchi, R; Rajini Ranasinghe, M.R (FHCS, EUSL, 2024-04)

Irrational prescribing is common especially in developing countries. Identification of internationally comparable indicators of medicines use are important for a country to implement strategies and regulations to improve ...
Assessing the knowledge about Diabetes Mellitus among patients attending the Diabetic clinic at Teaching Hospital Batticaloa

Kumaran, S; Priyankan, P; Kisotharan, N; Sasitharan, I (FHCS, EUSL, 2024-05)

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disorder characterized by insulin dysfunction, leading to hyperglycemia. Its complications arise from poor management, emphasizing the need for patient education. Assessing patient ...
Knowledge and awareness of leprosy among school students from selected schools in Batticaloa Educational Zone

Hassan, M.J.A.J; Sahee, N.M; Samanthy, N; Priyanga, A.J (FHCS, EUSL, 2024-04)

Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae. It is an emerging public health problem in Sri Lanka. Leprosy continues to pose challenges due to social stigma, delayed diagnosis and potential for ...
Prevalence of complications of type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in relation to the gender and duration of Diabetes Mellitus among clinic patients at Teaching Hospital Batticaloa

Waidyarathna, P.C.N; Weerasinghe, P.M.L.P; Amarasekara, D.Y.R; Galappaththi, A.G.N.P (FHCS, EUSL, 2024-04)

Diabetes mellitus is a complex metabolic disorder which is characterized by chronic hyperglycemia due to relative insulin deficiency, resistance or both. A patient with diabetes mellitus needs a tight glycemic control from ...
Prevalence and severity of Anemia among the patients with heart failure in relation to their age and gender at Teaching Hospital Batticaloa

Sithumini Rathnayake, D.M.N; Janith Chandima Ranasinghe, R.A; Indunil Chathuranga, L.H; Imasha Sawandi Rathnayaka, R.M (FHCS, EUSL, 2024-10)

Heart failure (HF) is a complex syndrome that can result from any structural or functional cardiac disorder that impairs the ability of the heart to function as a pump to support a physiological circulation. Anemia is a ...
Antimicrobial drugs dispensing practices of employees in the community pharmacies in Batticaloa RDHS area

Madhusanka, R.A.W; Naveesha, H.G.C; Ranabahu, W.G.L.U.L; Zakira, M.A.F (FHCS, EUSL, 2024-04)

Inappropriate use of antibiotics in the community contributes to the development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), one of the most concerning issues in modern medicine. Self-medication with antibiotics is one of the major ...
Awareness of preconception and pregnancy care among third year undergraduate students of Eastern University, Sri Lanka

Marasinghe, M.M.P.M; Thennakoon, T.M.A.K; Amali, Methsara S; Bawantha, W. B (FHCS, EUSL, 2024-04)

Preconception and pregnancy care are critical as they ensure the health and well-being of both the mother and baby. This study attempted to evaluate the awareness of preconception and pregnancy care among third-year ...
Quality of life and its associated factors in cancer patients attending clinics at Teaching Hospital Batticaloa

Adikari, A.A.S.P; Hani, A.L.F; Asjath, A.S.M (FHCS, EUSL, 2025-08)

Cancer is the world’s second most common cause of mortality after heart disease. Cancer significantly impacts patients' physical, psychological, and social well-being, often leading to a reduced quality of life (QOL). ...

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