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NWSDB urges public to conserve water amid prevailing dry weather

Sri Lanka, July 9 -- The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) announced of water supply interruptions in several areas as a result of the ongoing severe dry weather. The NWSDB said that w... Read More


Animal Welfare Coalition complains on misuse of rabies control funds

Sri Lanka, July 9 -- The Animal Welfare Coalition Sri Lanka has lodged a formal complaint with the Bribery Commission against senior Health Ministry officials, alleging the misuse of Rs. 200 million a... Read More


No improvement in Bathiya's health; new treatment decision tomorrow

Sri Lanka, July 8 -- A decision is expected tomorrow on whether to change the treatment being given to the ailing elephant Bathiya, who has been ill for several days in the Polpithigama area. Profess... Read More


Sharp rise in reports of child abuse in Eastern Province, over 300 cases recorded

Sri Lanka, June 30 -- A significant surge in child abuse cases involving children under the age of 16 has been reported from the Eastern Province with 304 incidents being recorded in 2024, Senior DIG ... Read More


2,500 illegal constructions along Sri Lanka's coastline

Sri Lanka, June 27 -- The Department of Coastal Conservation and Coastal Resources Management has identified approximately 2,500 unauthorised constructions along Sri Lanka's coastal belt. Director Ge... Read More


Rising domestic violence cases spark concern; Over 12,000 families supported in 2023

Sri Lanka, June 25 -- Health authorities have raised alarm over the increasing number of domestic violence cases reported across the country, emphasising the severe toll it takes on family well-being ... Read More


Dengue cases rise in Sri Lanka; 14 deaths reported so far

Sri Lanka, June 20 -- Sri Lanka has recorded 14 dengue-related deaths and 26,775 dengue cases so far this year,according to the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU). Community Medical Specialist Dr. P... Read More


Over 400 eye lens surgeries performed at Matara Hospital

Sri Lanka, June 6 -- A total of 400 people recently underwent eye lens surgeries at the Matara General Hospital under the guidance of the Health Ministry. The hospital's Eye Unit contributed to the p... Read More


Immunoglobulin drug cleared for use after quality resolved

Sri Lanka, June 3 -- The Ministry of Health has clarified recent reports concerning the immunoglobulin drug manufactured by India's ICHOR Biologics Pvt Ltd. Registered in Sri Lanka in April 2023 after... Read More


Health officials advise extra precautions for vulnerable groups

Sri Lanka, May 30 -- Health officials urge individuals with chronic illnesses to take extra precautions against Chikungunya as it can lead to serious health issues. Prof. Arjuna De Silva, speaking du... Read More