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National Immunization Summit 2025
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National Steering Committee on Water Quality Surveillance
18-03-2025 at the Epidemiology U...
Visit by representatives from Global Alliance for Rabies Control
17.03.2025 at the Epidemiology U...
Regional Epidemiologist Quaterly Review Meeting
27-28.02.2025 at the Epidemiolog...
Message for Public
Media brief for public awareness on Chikungunya
Chikungunya is a mosquito-borne viral disease caused by an arbovirus, transmitted through the bites of infected Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes. These mosquitoes are also vectors for other mosquito-borne illnesses, such as dengue. These mosquitoes bite primarily during daylight hours and they lay eggs in containers with standing water. Both species feed outdoors, and Ae. aegypti also feeds indoors. The disease usually presents with sudden onset of fever and severe joint pain, whic...
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Rabies
Rabies is a virus disease that affects the central nervous system of mammals. In Sri Lanka, rabies is a significant public health concern.
Influenza
Influenza, commonly known as the flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus.
Vaccination during International travel
Vaccination during International travel is an important aspect of preventing the global spread of infectious diseases.
Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis continues to be a disease of public health important in Sri Lanka.
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