• Prevalence of preterm birth and associated maternal factors at Teaching Hospital Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka 

  Dharmadasa, U.K; Premathilake, S.M.S.P; Kamalarupan, L; Sasrubi, S (Sri Lanka Journal of Child Health,, 2025)

  Background: Preterm birth is a primary cause of newborn morbidity and mortality. Preterm birth rate in Sri Lanka ranges from 10-15 per 1000 live births. Objectives: To assess the prevalence and maternal factors associated ...
• Framework on core competences for physiotherapists and nurses working with older adults in Sri Lanka 

  Pereira, D; Senanayake, K; Jayawardana, S; Santhalingam, S; Kamalarupan, L; Tha- botharan, D; Sujendran, S; Lokeesan, V; Karthijekan, K; Senavirathna, C; and et, al (RIAGE, 2025)

  The popula*on of Sri Lanka is rapidly ag- ing, and there is a growing demand for healthcare professionals skilled in older adult’s care. The CAPAGE project “Promot- ing academic and professional excellence in ...
• Association of socio-demographic factors on attitudes of nurses toward caring for older adults at Teaching Hospital Jaffna 

  Hazeem, AM; Mathusnka, MKI; Kamalarupan, L; Thanujanan, K (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka., 2025)

  Population ageing is increasing globally; hence, it’s crucial to give more focus to caring for them. Nurses are one of the key players among the multidisciplinary team who work with older adult patients. A nurse’s ...
• Attitude on patients’ rights among nurses working at the Teaching Hospital Jaffna 

  Rahavi, S; Hanustiya, V; Kamalarupan, L; Namessevayam, G (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka., 2025)

  Patients’ rights are one of the major aspects of human rights. As a member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, nurses have a responsibility to preserve patients’ rights. Objective: To assess the attitude on ...
• 6 Knowledge on occupational hazards and associated socio demographic factors among nurses at Teaching Hospital Jaffna 

  Seruba, G; Perera, WDW; Thabotharan, D; Kamalarupan, L (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka., 2025)

  Nurses are the front line of risks and victims of occupational hazards among healthcare professionals. These hazards may affect the well-being of the nurses. A thorough understanding of occupational hazards helps promote ...
• Retention intention of nurses in government hospitals of the Jaffna district, Sri Lanka 

  Wijethunga, WMCC; Thenuwara, THTN; Gopalamoorthy, Rajeev; Kamalarupan, L (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka., 2025)

  Nurses form the backbone of health care systems, and their intention to stay directly affects care quality. Despite many nurses leaving the profession, local literature has paid little attention to this issue. Objective: ...
• Factors influencing the decision of tubal sterilization among women who underwent tubectomy in Nallur MOH Area 

  Virgini Varshika, J; Thanusan, K; Kamalarupan, L; Pushpakanthan, E (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka., 2025)

  Tubal Sterilization, which is a relatively straightforward surgical procedure in which the fallopian tubes are permanently occluded to prevent conception. Tubal Sterilization would be the 4th most used contraceptive ...
• Practices influencing weight reduction among adults participating at Gym centers in Jaffna District 

  Mathangan, S; Aarabi, M; Kamalarupan, L; Sabaananth, S (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka., 2025)

  Weight loss is a decrease in body weight achieved either through diet and exercise or due to involuntary circumstances such as illness. Previous studies in different settings have shown that dietary changes, such as ...
• Health literacy and associated factors among the patients attending the medical clinics, Teaching Hospital, Jaffna 

  Yuvaraj, P; Dineshkaran, K; Jegapragash, V; Sujanitha, V (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka., 2025)

  Introduction: Health literacy plays an important role in determining each and every person's ability to make informed health decisions and manage their health effectively. Understanding the factors associated with ...
• Prevalence of associated medical-related risk factors among the patients with chronic liver disease attending the Gastroenterology clinic, Teaching Hospital, Jaffna 

  Sujeevan, A; Epsiba, L; Jegapragash, V; Anuradha, A (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka., 2025)

  Introduction: Chronic Liver Disease (CLD) is the end-stage manifestation of every chronic progressive liver disease. In Sri Lanka previous study represents that Diabetic mellitus, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, and ...
• Prevalence of associated medical-related risk factors among the patients with chronic liver disease attending the Gastroenterology clinic, Teaching Hospital, Jaffna 

  Sujeevan, A; Epsiba, L; Jegapragash, V; Anuradha, A (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka., 2025)

  chronic progressive liver disease. In Sri Lanka previous study represents that Diabetic mellitus, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, and Hypothyroidism are the significant associated medical risk factors, identifying these ...
• Knowledge and Factors Influencing Self-care Behaviors of Arteriovenous Fistula among CKD Patients in Hemodialysis Units in the Jaffna Peninsula 

  Appuhamy, K.D.S.M.; Kaushalya, L.S.; Jegapragash, V.; Thangaraja, B.R. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a non-communicable disease, which causes progressive kidney damage and serious complications. Hemodialysis is a management method currently used worldwide to reduce or control symptoms ...
• Factors associated with knowledge on blood donation among the undergraduates of University of Jaffna 

  Tharmini, N.; Vanavan, V.; Jegapragash, V.; Hettiarachchi, A.N. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Blood is a vital and life-saving substance in medical emergencies. To ensure a steady supply of safe blood and blood products, a sufficient number of self-directed blood donors from the young population must be encouraged. ...
• Knowledge on palliative care and associated factors among nurses working in Teaching Hospital Jaffna 

  Jerona, J.; Mathangi, J.; Jegapragash, V.; Nisahan, B. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Palliative care is a multidisciplinary approach that improves the quality of life of patients and their families facing a life-threatening illness. It is entirely a new concept in developing countries. Identifying the ...
• Knowledge and its associated factors on myocardial infarction among the patients attending cardiology clinic, Teaching Hospital, Jaffna 

  Vathanarani, A.; Vithya, N.; Jegapragash, V.; Lakshman, P. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Myocardial infarction is one of the potentially fatal coronary-associated disordermarked by unexpected cardiac cell death. Globally, it is one of the main causes of death. Patients' knowledge is essential for managing ...
• Dietary supplement usage and their association with sociodemographic factors among gym male participants in selected areas of the Jaffna district 

  Ananthakrishnan, G.; Rajeevan, S.; Thabotharan, D.; Ahilan, B. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Introduction: The prevalence of dietary supplement usage for fitness objectives is rising, particularly among gym participants, and is influenced by diverse sociodemographic factors. Recognizing these connections is important ...
• The influence of sociodemographic factors on parental involvement in academic lives of undergraduate students at University of Jaffna 

  Dhanakgedra, P.M.; Deepashika, K.A.T.M.; Thabotharan, D.; Kamalarupan, L. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Introduction: Parental involvement in the academic lives of undergraduate students is a multifaceted phenomenon influenced by various factors. As students navigate their educational journey, the level of engagement from ...
• Knowledge of preconception care among eligible women 

  Kayarupi, K.; Thilini, C.; Kamalarupan, L.; Nivetha, K. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Introduction: Preconception care (PCC) is the provision of biomedical, behavioral, and social health interventions to women and couples before conception occurs. It prevents maternal and perinatal complications and increases ...
• Knowledge on febrile convulsion among the parents of under-five children attending for vaccination in Jaffna MOH clinics 

  Marin Difna, M.; Dileetha, E.; Kamalarupan, L.; Sanchayan, K. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Introduction: Febrile convulsion, a common neurological disorder in under-five children, can be distressing for parents. Inadequate awareness of parents may hinder effective management. Objective: To assess the knowledge ...
• Prevalence and maternal factors associated with preterm birth at Teaching Hospital Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka 

  Dharmadasa, U.K.; Premathilake, S.M.S.P.; Kamalarupan, L.; Sathees, S. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Introduction: Preterm birth is one of the primary causes of newborn morbidity and mortality. Preventing preterm birth is the public health importance worldwide. The aim of the study is to determine the prevalence and ...

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