• Factors associated with practice on self-administration of eye drop instillation among glaucoma patients attending Eye clinic, Teaching Hospital Jaffna 

  Meera, S.; Ameliya Rachel, J.A.; Jegapragash, V.; Malaravan, M. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Background: Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness worldwide. Which requires almost life-long topical medication therapy. Unlike oral medications, while using eye drops the pharmacological action can be greatly diminished ...
• 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 ...
• 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 ...
• Knowledge and practice on muscle cramps and their influencing factors among the school cricketers in Jaffna Educational Zone 

  Abeysinghe, A.H.M.C.I.; Abayasinghe, B.T.S.; Thabotharan, D.; Sabaananth, S. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Introduction: Cricketers often face muscle cramps, leading to considerable pain during games. School cricketers, with limited knowledge and practice, are particularly at risk; therefore, evaluating their knowledge and ...
• 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 ...
• In-vitro evaluation of antioxidant property of different parts of Momordica balsamina using ferric reduction antioxidant assay 

  Amirthavarshini, A.; Abisha, S.; Nushrath, K.L.F.; Sivasinthujah, S.; Srikaran, R. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Introduction: Antioxidants are substances that can inhibit or delay unwanted reactions of oxidation through one or more mechanisms. Antioxidant phytochemicals found in medicinal plants could play an important role in the ...
• Prevalence of migraine and its associated factors among undergraduate students at the Jaffna premises of University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka 

  Rathnayaka, A.L.U.; Weerasingha DH1, D.H.; Jegapragsh, V.; Jeevagan, V (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Introduction: Migraine is a neurological condition categorized as a primary headache disorder by the International Classification of Headache Disorders (ICHD-3). Migraine affects about 30% of the global population; ...
• In-vitro anti-fungal activity of different extracts of leaf of Vateria copallifera 

  Saara, F.; Aamila, N.; Jifla, J.; Sivasinthujah, S.; Jeyaseelan, E.C. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Introduction: The increased prevalence of fungal infections is attributable to an increase in the number of immunocompromised hosts. Bioactive compounds present in the plants are used as models for the synthesis of ...
• The characteristics of knee pain and associated socio- demographic factors among the patients attending the Orthopedic clinic in Teaching Hospital Jaffna 

  Illangasinghe, I.M.T.M.; Zakee, S.M.; Kamalarupan, L.; Gobyshanger, T. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Background: Knee pain is a prevalent musculoskeletal symptom across all age groups, significantly impacting daily activities and quality of life. Various risk factors are associated with knee pain. Objective: This study ...
• Isolation of Streptococcus mutans from dental caries and in-vitro assessment of their antibiotic sensitivity pattern 

  Wathooth, A.M.A.; Ashra, M.R.F.; Mufeena, M.M.F.; Gnanakarunyan, T.J.; Shamil Mafras, F.S.; Jayatilake, J.A.M.S.; Rajanthi, R.; Thayalini, T. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Introduction: Dental caries, primarily caused by Streptococcus mutans, poses a global oral health challenge. Early detection of antibiotic resistance patterns in Streptococcus mutans and implementation of effective ...
• Factors associated with quality of life of breast cancer patients who have completed treatment at Oncology clinic, Teaching Hospital Jaffna 

  Vishnuveni, K.; Puvithira, T.; Jegapragash, V.; Thanenthiran, A. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Introduction: The most prevalent malignancy diagnosed in women is breast cancer. Improvements in diagnosis and treatment have significantly increased breast cancer survival rates. Despite the improvements, it has negative ...
• Types of bacterial contaminations, antibiotic sensitivity patterns and their influencing factors of wrist threads worn by students of Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Jaffna 

  Anuththara, S.H.S.; Wijerathna, R.M.L.T.N.; Ambalavanar, V. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Introduction: People of different religions wear wrist threads believing that it brings happiness, protection, good health, and spiritual strength. Wrist threads worn by healthcare personnel can harbour potential pathogens ...
• Physicochemical and Phytochemical screening of ‘Neerizhivu Chooranam 1’ used for Diabetes Mellitus in Northern Province, Sri Lanka 

  Merin Dinushiya, J.; Nilanusha, S.; Sugansika, M.; Sivasinthujah, S.; Sivarangini, S.; Ravimannan, N. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Introduction: Neerizhivu Chooranam 1 is a polyherbal drug, mainly consists of Terminalia chebula, Embilica officianalis and Murraya koenigiiand it is called as Mathumaeha Choornam. This medication is especially used in ...
• 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. (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 ...
• Evaluating the perception about the role of nuclear pharmacists among pharmacists in Northern Province, Sri Lanka 

  Praveena Priyadharshini, A.; Dhanushika Kumari, O.W.; Ranathunga, R.M.C.H.; Kalki, P.; Yoganathan, T.; Jeyanthan, M. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Introduction: Nuclear pharmacy is a special field in pharmacy practice that requires specially trained nuclear pharmacists to handle radioactive substances. Due to ignorance, unfavourable opinions about nuclear pharmacy ...
• Teak (Tectona grandis Linn) derived dye: an eco-friendly alternative for Eosin in histological staining 

  Manage, T.B.M.; Dhanapala, K.M.R.I.; Mahinda, M.T.R.; Rasaratnam, K. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Introduction: Staining plays a pivotal role in the morphological evolution of tissue samples in histopathology. The combination of Hematoxylin and Eosin is the most common stain utilized for tissue staining. Hematoxylin, ...
• 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 ...
• Antibacterial and antioxidant activity of different solvent extractions of leaves and bark of Erythrina variegata 

  Thuvaragan, S.; Gnanakarunyan, T.; Bandaranayaka, T.D.; Horshington, A.S.; Fernando, K.M.O. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Plant-based antimicrobials have been proven to be a promising treatment option with several advantages, including fewer side effects and highly diverse pharmacological activities due to secondary metabolites. Erythrina ...
• The staining ability of natural flower extracts as alternative dyes for bacterial staining 

  Cafoor, F.N.; Najeem, F.N.; Haseeb, H.F.; Thillainathan, K.; Sivasinthujah, S.; Gnanakarunyan, T. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  Gram staining is used as a routine stain in bacteriology. Synthetic stainsare commonly used for Gram staining which were reported to cause adverse effects to the environment and user. The use of natural dyes for microbial ...
• Factors associated with knowledge on self-administration of eye drop instillation among Glaucoma patients attending Eye clinic, Teaching Hospital Jaffna 

  Ameliya Rachel, J.A.; Meera, S.; Jegapragash, V.; Malaravan, M. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

  At least 2.2 billion individuals suffer from glaucoma, which is an asymptomatic chronic eye illness leading to complete blindness. Increased intraocular pressure is a clinical contributor to glaucoma; thus, to reduce ...

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