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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 , [...]

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World Breastfeeding Week celebrated annually from August 1st to 7th, is a global campaign to raise awareness and galvanize action on themes related to breastfeeding. It aims to highlight the critical importance of breastfeeding for the health and well-being of both infants and mothers and to promote and support breastfeeding practices worldwide. The Carrier Guidance [...]