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Middle Level Managers Training held at Epid Unit
All OIC/RMSD were trained on Col...
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The Health & Mass Media Minister’s Visit
The Health & Mass Media Mini...
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IPC workshop for master trainers at national level
IPC workshop for master trainers...
RE Review 3Q - 2024-11-28 & 29
RE Review - 3Q held on 2024-11-2...
Message for Public
Media brief for public awareness on Mpox (Monkeypox)
Mpox (Monkeypox) is a viral disease caused by the mpox virus. The risk of spreading mpox is low as the transmission of mpox is through direct contact with bodily fluids, lesions, prolonged exposure to respiratory droplets of an infected person. Further, contact with contaminated materials, such as beddings or clothing of an infected person are other possibilities of transmission. The symptoms of mpox is characterized by fever, rash, and swollen lymph nodes. As higher number of cases are reporte...
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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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