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Are you using condoms correctly?

Sri Lanka, Sept. 10 -- Health officials are urging people to use condoms correctly and consistently to reduce the risk of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs), while warning against th... Read More


Cancer patients in limbo as vital treatment disrupted

Sri Lanka, Sept. 9 -- Cancer patients awaiting radiation therapy are facing further delays as the CT simulation service required for treatment planning at a major cancer hospital has reportedly not be... Read More


Vehicle prices increase by millions

Sri Lanka, Sept. 3 -- Vehicle prices in Sri Lanka have begun increasing sharply, with some popular models seeing increases of up to Rs. 4.5 million, following the Government's decision to extend a 50%... Read More


Sri Lanka Customs exceeds revenue target ahead of month-end

Srilanka, Aug. 31 -- Sri Lanka Customs has exceeded its revenue target for August, achieving the target before the end of the month, according to Customs authorities. Customs had been set a revenue t... Read More


Self-test for HIV, order condoms and lubricants online

Sri Lanka, Aug. 26 -- As health officials step up efforts to scale up HIV testing, people are encouraged to use the KNOW4SURE.LK online platform to access HIV prevention and testing services, includin... Read More


Sri Lanka's 2028 debt repayments not cause for alarm: Economist

Sri Lanka, Aug. 20 -- Sri Lanka is capable of meeting its debt repayment obligations from 2028 onwards despite the challenges ahead, provided the Government continues with economic reforms and takes m... Read More


Drug shortage puts cancer patients' lives at stake

Sri Lanka, Aug. 18 -- Cancer patients receiving treatment at Apeksha Hospital in Maharagama have appealed to the authorities to urgently address shortages of essential medicines, warning that delays i... Read More


Homeopathic medical sector raises concerns over regulatory issues

Sri Lanka, Aug. 17 -- Concerns have been raised within Sri Lanka's homeopathic medical sector over alleged irregularities in registrations, professional qualifications and the regulation of homeopathi... Read More


Death penalty for drug offences only a proposal: Govt.

Sri Lanka, Aug. 12 -- The possible imposition of the death penalty for drug-related offences remains only a proposal, with no final decision having been taken by the Government, Cabinet Spokesman Mini... Read More


No increase in MPs' basic salaries, Cabinet Spokesman says

Sri Lanka, Aug. 12 -- Cabinet Spokesman Minister Nalinda Jayatissa yesterday (11) denied claims that the basic salaries of Members of Parliament have been increased, saying there has been no revision ... Read More