News and Events

The formal Inauguration Ceremony of Certificate Course in Massage Therapy -2024-9th intake at Faculty of Indigenous Medicine, University of Colombo was successfully held on 02nd of November 2024.  With the scope of producing a massage therapist enriched with the knowledge, attitudes and skills according to the Ayurveda concepts and principles in the field of massage [...]

To commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a special event was successfully organized by Dr. (Mrs.) A.M. Muthalib, Head of the Department of Unani Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Indigenous Medicine, University of Colombo, under the guidance of Professor Pathirage Kamal Perera, Dean of the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine, University of Colombo on 15th October 2024. The [...]

Breast cancer is a major global health issue, affecting both men and women. In Sri Lanka, it has become the most common cancer among females, posing a significant public health challenge. The rising incidence highlights the need for increased awareness, early detection, and effective healthcare interventions. The Breast Cancer Awareness Program for the Non-Academic Staff [...]

The Department of Kayachikitsa and Deshiya Chikitsa at the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine, University of Colombo, has organized an educational program for postgraduate scholars in Postgraduate Diploma in Panchakarma (2024/2025). This expanded curriculum aimed to enhance students’ practical knowledge and skills in holistic healthcare, integrating Panchakarma and Naturopathy. Recommended by the Dean of the Faculty [...]

Sri Lanka celebrated the 9th Ayurveda Day in Colombo on 1st November 2024. The High Commissioner of India H.E. Santosh Jha inaugurated the 9th Ayurveda Day with the Vice Chancellor of the University of Colombo Prof. H. D Karunaratne. The Dean of the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine, University of Colombo Prof. Pathirage Kamal Perera , [...]