Leishmanisis is an endemic disease in Sri Lanka with localized cutaneous leishmaniasis (LCL) continuing to be the predominant form to be reported. L. donovani, the parasite isolated from cutaneous lesions in Sri Lanka, ...

With increased public interest to see doctors take on more significant leadership roles, it is essential to develop strong personal qualities and professional values through the medical curriculum, enabling them to become ...

Leg cramps are a common complaint in pregnancy that could compromise sleep and the ability to work. Stretching is highly recommended to prevent leg cramps but supportive evidence is inadequate.

Malaria incidence, at present, is low in Sri Lanka and the cases reported from Moneragala District, which was a malaria endemic area, have reduced; but a study of host factors associated with protection is important to ...

The Child Health and Development Record (CHDR) is a book documenting an individual child’s health history including growth, immunization, nutrition and developmental milestones from birth till 14 years of age and is an ...

Non communicable diseases have reached epidemic proportions all over the world. Body fat percentage (BFP) is a risk factor for many non communicable diseases including diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular disease. ...

Release of reactive oxygen and reactive nitrogen species (ROS and RNS) contribute to increased oxidative stress and also tissues damage which is thought to lead to multi-organ failure in Leptospirosis. The antioxidant ...

Diabetic neuropathy (DN) deprives quality of life and is associated with considerable morbidity and disability. Although DN is found to be common among the older age group of the diabetic population, prevalence and ...

Assessing students through MCQs is done in various examinations worldwide. Answering and discussing the MCQs are also considered as a very useful study tool by students. Allowing students to mark their answers on their ...

Doctoral education is meant to create and sustain an intellectual community. It trains another generation of professional researchers and academics. Hence, with the enormous importance of assessing quality of doctoral ...