Student Research Presentations – Faculty of Medical Sciences

Student Research Presentations 2026

S.N. Guruge, H.M.M.J. Karalliyadda, K. Keerththikan, W.M.M.P. Warnasooriya, K.A.M.P. Kodikara, P.K. Buddhika Mahesh. Knowledge, attitudes and associated factors of knowledge on dengue among febrile patients attending an outpatient department of a selected tertiary care hospital in Colombo district. Annual Academic Sessions 2026 at Colombo South Teaching Hospital. 22^nd May 2026.

K.A.D.H. Karasinghe, Z.M. Aakash, H.U.P. Bandara, D.Y. Dissanayake, S.V. Jesudasan, H. Jayakody. Prevalence of depression, anxiety, stress, and its associated factors among nursing officers in a selected hospital in Gampaha district. Annual Academic Sessions 2026 at Colombo South Teaching Hospital. 22^nd May 2026.

Ahmedh Aaquil Rifky, E.G.R.T Epitakaduwa, M.I.V Dharmasiri, K.K.H.S. Karunanayaka, Santhirasekaram Sarankan, M.N.Y.F. Wijegoonewardene, D.L.U. Amarakoon. Resilience and associated factors among patients with depressive disorders at a tertiary care hospital in the Colombo district: A cross-sectional study. 23rd Annual Academic Session of Sri Lanka College of Psychiatrists. 06^th June 2026.

P.K.D.V.D. Gunathilaka, G.R.J.C. Gunathilaka, S.A.C.T. Senarath, N.S. Horadagoda, T. Sivathasan, S. Edirisinghe, W.N.D. Perera. Knowledge, attitudes and factors associated with organ donation among adults attending primary care clinics in Colombo district. 51st Annual Academic Sessions of College of General Practitioners of Sri Lanka. 21^st June 2026.

Mendis W.G.G., Felician P.M.D.S.A., Hansanee P.D.A., Sateha H.A.M.S.S., Tissera H.G.T.N., Ubeysekara N.H., Seneviwickrama K.L.M.D. Perceptions and determinants of abortion legalization: a cross-sectional study among outpatients of a selected teaching hospital in Sri Lanka. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 23^rd July 2026.

Jayalath W.K.D.N., Ranasinghe R.D.S., Perera T.M.R., Fathima M.L.F., Silva K.P.S.D., Jayewickrama M.C.N., Kumara H.S.O. Responsive feeding practices and associated factors among caregivers of children aged 6 - 12 months receiving healthcare services at a selected tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 23^rd July 2026.

Ziya Z.D.Z.H., Chandraratne N.H., Perera P.R.K., Marasinghe M.T.N., De Silva A.I.A., Vidanapathirana D.M., Seneviwickrama K.L.M.D. Factors associated with quality of life among female breast cancer patients: A cross-sectional study at a tertiary cancer referral centre in Sri Lanka. 139th Anniversary International Medical Congress, Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA). 23^rd July 2026.

Vomal M.G.V., Wickramarathna S.C., Anusarani U.A.A., Ranagala H.T.D., Pravienan S. The prevalence of early signs and symptoms of myopia and its associated factors in grade 10 adolescents from selected government schools in Colombo district. 139th Anniversary International Medical Congress, Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA). 23^rd July 2026.

Weerakoon K.G.S.H., Gunasekara H.M.E.H., Minsandee H.W.M., Gowryshanker Y., Sameera J.F., Matthias A.T., Prathapan S. Sight-threatening diabetic retinopathy in Sri Lanka: A comprehensive cnalysis of behavioural predictors and barriers. 139th Anniversary International Medical Congress, Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA). 23^rd July 2026.

Silva A.P.B., Mendis W.W.S.D., Jathusha K., Saputhanthri S.H.D.W., Deelaka P.A.D., Goonewardena S., Logenthiran P.V. Barriers and associated factors to sanitary product use among schoolgirls in Colombo, Sri Lanka: a cross-sectional study of grades 10 and 11. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Randeni H.R.K.A.U., Mayeesha M.M.F., Afrin I.F., Ranawaka R.A.T.D., Prabhoudhan M., Rajapakshe R.A.D.D., Chulasiri M.P.P.U., Malavige G.N. Perceptions of COVID-19 vaccination versus traditional methods of COVID-19 prevention and associated factors among government employees in Colombo. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Kodikara K.A.M.P., Guruge S.N., Warnasooriya W.M.M.P., Karalliyadda H.M.M.J., Keerthikan K., Mahesh P.K.B. Knowledge, attitudes and preventive practices of dengue among febrile patients attending an outpatient department of a selected tertiary care hospital in Colombo District, Sri Lanka. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Pathirana S.P.H.E.S., Niwarthana N., Akshaiyaa S., Rajapaksha R.J.S., Wattegedara B.M.H.K.B., Weerasekera M.M., Seneviwickrama K.L.M.D. Cervical cancer awareness among adult women attending the outpatient department of a selected tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka: a descriptive cross-sectional study. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Ziya Z.D.Z.H., Chandraratne N.H., Perera P.R.K., Marasinghe M.T.N., De Silva A.I.A., Vidanapathirana D.M., Seneviwickrama K.L.M.D. Quality of life among female breast cancer patients: a cross-sectional study at a tertiary cancer referral centre in Sri Lanka. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Zaireen I.M.F., Arangala A.D.P.Y., Perera P.A.Y.T., Thathsarani1, Vithanage V.P., Silva D.S., Goonewardena C.S.E. Knowledge and factors associated with barriers to insulin self-administration among type 2 diabetes mellitus patients in a selected clinic in the Colombo District, Sri Lanka. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Irshad M.I.F.I, Meegamuwage S.S., Athulathmudali M.S., Puvithira L., Wanasinghe P.W.M.S.V., Goonewardene C.S.E. Patient compliance for physiotherapy and associated factors for poor compliance among those who underwent lower limb orthopaedic surgery at a selected tertiary care hospital in Colombo District. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Murage L.R., Siyad A.A.M., Dissanayake D.V.M., Ediriweera E.M.S1 Jayawardena G.A.D.S.S., Wanniarachchi N., Seneviwickrama K.L.M.D. Mental well-being among cancer patients receiving treatment at a tertiary cancer referral centre in Sri Lanka. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Ariyaratne P.B.L., Shavindhi M.R.M., Hapuarachchi C.L., Jasveena A., Wickramasinghe W.K.S.D., Dheerasinghe D.S.A.F. Quality of sleep and its associated factors among adult patients with diabetes mellitus attending the diabetic clinic in a selected hospital of Colombo District, Sri Lanka. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Varajith U., Safeer A.A.M., Rohith A.P.A.N., Ariyaratne H.L.A.Y., Perera B.H.U., Chulasiri P., Fernando N. Awareness on the impact of steroidal cream use for tinea infections among medical officers in selected hospitals in the Colombo District, Sri Lanka. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Zuhara R.F., Dilhara K.K.I., Kavindi G.G., Musharraf M.M.M., Senanayake K.T., Seneviratne A.P., Wijegoonewardene M.N.Y.F. Self-medication usage for psychological issues during exam period and its associated factors among medical undergraduates of selected government medical faculties in Sri Lanka. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Nijras M.C.M., Jayasekara A.T.P., Wijayathilaka T.W.1 Nayar R.N.R.D., Mudalige A.M.S. Gestational weight gain and associated factors among pregnant women admitted to a selected hospital in Colombo, Sri Lanka. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Somasiri A.A.T.R., Fernando W.W.S.M., Dissanayake L.B., Viranya R.N., Pathmanathan C., Waidyasekera H2, Niranjala A.M.S. Knowledge, attitudes, practices and factors associated with practices of acne management among undergraduate students of a selected university in Sri Lanka: a descriptive cross-sectional study. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Thameema M.F., Nandasena I.N., Thilakaratne L.H.T.N., Malki G.K.G., Anantharajah J., Dabrera T. Prevalence of shoulder, neck, upper and lower back musculoskeletal pain and associated factors among Grade 10 students in two national schools in the Colombo Educational Zone, Sri Lanka. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Zainab M.S.A., Senadeera H.D.S., Kularathne H.M.L.P., Easwarage C.N., Dilmindi K.A.A., Hulathduwa S., Wijegoonewardene M.N.Y.F. Prevalence and associated factors for sexual harassment experienced by female undergraduates studying at selected faculties of three state universities in Sri Lanka. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Sirimalwaththa S.T.M., Thilakarathne M.L.Y.D., Rajeswaran S., Priya Y.P.D.D., Gamage K.G.M.B.K., Cader M. Knowledge, attitudes, practices, and factors associated with e-cigarettes among students attending selected private higher educational institutions in the Colombo District, Sri Lanka. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

De Silva D.G.D.M., Bhanuka K.A.R., Hashara H.A.N., Nanthakumar M., Wijesundara W.M.S.U., Cader M. Knowledge, usage, side effects, and factors associated with skin whitening product usage among female undergraduates at a selected University in Sri Lanka.31^st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Vigneshwaran D., Baddewithana A.N., Jayawickrama A.A., Sabran F.F., Soysa W.K.H., Prathapan S. Are future doctors ready? Exploring knowledge of sexual orientation, gender identity and expression and sex characteristics (SOGIESC) among medical undergraduates in Sri Lanka. 31^st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Nagahawatte S.D., Fernando M.C.N., Ranasinghe D.W., Samarasekara I.S., Senthuuran S., Marasinghe R.B., Goonewardena C.S.E. Beyond lectures: exploring the alignment between medical students’ learning styles and perceived effectiveness of learning modalities. 31^st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Ranasinghe R.D.S., Hunukumbure C., Yaddehige J.V., De Silva A.P., Kajanan S., Salgado M.T.I., Mangala P.P.G.V. Utilization of well woman clinic services and its associated factors among patients diagnosed with cervical and breast cancers in a selected tertiary care hospital, Sri Lanka. 31st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24th July 2026.

Zainab N.F., De Silva H.V.N., Karunarathna A.V.P.V.P., Sithmini G.P., Vindula A.G.I., Mahesh P.K.B. Adherence to medical advice and its associated factors among individuals with coronary stents attending the cardiology unit of a selected tertiary care hospital in Colombo, Sri Lanka. 31^st Annual Academic Sessions, College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL). 24^th July 2026.

Mendis G., Felician A., Hansanee A., Sateha H., Tissera T., Seneviwickrama M., Ubeysekara N. Knowledge among public on abortion in a period of legal transition: A cross-sectional study in a Sri Lankan teaching hospital. 139^th Anniversary International Medical Congress, Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA). 24^th July 2026.

Siriwardena P.P.G.A.G., Samarasinghe D.N., Rupasinghe R.A.D.H.S., Luksagini R., Chandrasiri M.G.Y.A. Prevalence of energy drink consumption among A/L students in selected schools in Colombo district and Its association with sleep quality and academic performance. 139^th Anniversary International Medical Congress, Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA). 24^th July 2026.

Sirimalwaththa S.T.M., Thilakarathne M.L.Y.D., Rajeswaran S., Priya Y.P.D.D., Gamage K.G.M.B.K., Cader M. Factors influencing knowledge of E-cigarettes and associated attitudes and practices among Students in private institutions in Colombo district. 139^th Anniversary International Medical Congress, Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA). 24^th July 2026.

De Silva D.G.D.M., Bhanuka K.A.R., Hashara R.A.N., Nanthakumar M., Wijesundara W.M.S.U., Cader M. Skin whitening product use among female undergraduates at a selected university in Sri Lanka: Knowledge, practices, side effects, and associated factors. 139^th Anniversary International Medical Congress, Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA). 24^th July 2026.

Karasinghe K.A.D.H., Aakash Z.M., Bandara H.U.P., Dissanayake D.Y.M., Jesudasan S.V., Jayakody H.G. Prevalence of depression, anxiety and stress and its associated factors among nursing officers in a selected hospital in Gampaha District. 139^th Anniversary International Medical Congress, Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA). 24^th July 2026.

Ariyaratne P.B.L., Shavindhi M., Hapuarachchi C.L., Jasveena A., Wickramasinghe W.K.S.D., Dheerasinghe D.S.A.F. Prevalence and determinants of poor sleep quality in adults with diabetes mellitus: a hospital based study in Colombo. 139^th Anniversary International Medical Congress, Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA). 24^th July 2026.

S.D. Nagahawatte, M.C.N. Fernando, D.W. Ranasinghe, I.S. Samarasekara, S. Senthuuran, R.B. Marasinghe, C.S.E. Goonewardena. Associations between learning styles and preferred learning modalities among undergraduates: towards personalised medical education. International Conference on Medical Sciences (ICM), Faculty of Medical Sciences University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 10^th September 2026.

W.G.G. Mendis, P.M.D.S.A. Felician, P.D.A. Hansanee, H.A.M.S.S. Sateha, H.G.T.N. Tissera, N.H. Ubeysekara, K.L.M.D. Seneviwickrama. Perceptions and determinants of abortion legalisation among outpatients attending a teaching hospital amid ongoing legal discourse in Sri Lanka: a cross-sectional study. International Conference on Medical Sciences (ICM), Faculty of Medical Sciences University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 10^th September 2026.

S.S. Meegamuwage, M.I.F.I. Irshad, M.S. Athulathmudali, L. Puvithira, P.W.M.S.V. Wanasinghe, C.S.E. Goonewardene. Proportion of patient compliance to physiotherapy and associated factors for poor compliance among those who underwent lower limb orthopaedic surgery at a selected tertiary care hospital in Colombo District. International Conference on Medical Sciences (ICM), Faculty of Medical Sciences University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 10^th September 2026.

I.M.F. Zaireen, A.D.P.Y. Arangala, P.A.Y.T. Perera, K.G.N. Thathsarani, V.P. Vithanage, D.S. Silva, C.S.E. Goonewardena. Knowledge and factors associated with barriers to insulin self-administration among type 2 diabetes mellitus patients in a selected clinic in the Colombo District. International Conference on Medical Sciences (ICM), Faculty of Medical Sciences University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 10^th September 2026.

D.T.N. De Zoysa, N. Chandrakumar, H.G.B.G. Dharmakeerthi, M. Rajshankar, D.R. Weerawickrama, N. Perera, S. Prathapan. Preference of adults in Sri Lanka on breaking the bad news of a diagnosed terminal illness and associated factors. International Conference on Medical Sciences (ICM), Faculty of Medical Sciences University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 10^th September 2026.

P.K.D.V.D. Gunathilaka, G.R.J.C. Gunathilaka, S.A.C.T. Senarath, N.S. Horadagoda, T. Sivathasan, S. Edirisinghe, N.D. Perera. Knowledge, attitudes and factors associated with organ donation among adults attending medical clinics in a selected hospital in Colombo District. International Conference on Medical Sciences (ICM), Faculty of Medical Sciences University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 10^th September 2026.

S. Kaushalya, N. Fernando, T. Kiritharan, K.P.D.T.S. Pathirana, F. Sifa, T. Ranasinghe, U. Amarasinghe. Awareness of antibiotic resistance and the associated factors among students of a selected university in Sri Lanka. International Conference on Medical Sciences (ICM), Faculty of Medical Sciences University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 10^th September 2026.

J.V. Yaddehige, A.P. De Silva, S. Kajanan, M.T.I. Salgado, P.P.G.V. Mangala, R.D.S. Ranasinghe, C. Hunukumbure. Utilization of Well Woman Clinic services by patients diagnosed with cervical and breast cancers at the National Cancer Institute, Sri Lanka. International Conference on Medical Sciences (ICM), Faculty of Medical Sciences University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 10^th September 2026.

K.A.D.H. Karasinghe, Z.M. Aakash, H.U.P. Bandara, D.Y. Dissanayake, S.V. Jesudasan, H. Jayakody. Prevalence of depression, anxiety, stress, and associated factors among nursing officers in a selected hospital in Gampaha district. International Conference on Medical Sciences (ICM), Faculty of Medical Sciences University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 10^th September 2026.

Weerakoon K.G.S.H, Gunasekara H.M.E.H, Minsandee H.W.M, Gowryshanker Y, Sameera J.F, Matthias A.T, Prathapan S. Sight-Threatening Diabetic Retinopathy in Sri Lanka - A Comprehensive Analysis of Proportion and Clinical Predictors. 59^th Anniversary Academic Sessions, Ceylon College of Physician (CCP). 17^th September 2026.

Kodikara K.A.M.P, Guruge S.N, Warnasooriya W.M.M.P, Karalliyadda H.M.M.J, Keerthikan K, Mahesh P.K.B. Understanding the Gap Between Dengue Awareness and Preventive Actions Among Febrile OPD Patients in a Tertiary Care Hospital, Colombo. 59^th Anniversary Academic Sessions, Ceylon College of Physician (CCP). 17^th September 2026.

Student Research Presentations 2025

Madusanka AAS, Thilakarathna TS, Sewwandi PDK, Rathnayake RMS, Mafaza MBF, Dissanayake DMBT, Ranasinghe RDS. Knowledge of hand hygiene and factors associated with it among healthcare workers in a teaching hospital in Sri Lanka. 14^th Annual Conference and Scientific Sessions, Sri Lankan Society for Microbiology (SSM). 31^st January 2026

A.A.S. Madusanka, T.S. Thilakarathna, P.D.K. Sewwandi, R.M.S. Rathnayake, M.B.F. Mafaza, D.M.B.T. Dissanayake, R.D.S. Ranasinghe. Knowledge and associated factors on hand hygiene among healthcare workers at a teaching hospital in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

N.A. Paniyanduwage, J.P.S.S. Jayaweera, M.M.R. Balasooriya, M.Y.J. Fernando, S. Prathapan. Factors associated with practices towards household waste management in selected districts in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A. Gunasekara, M. Epa, H. Mahagamage, I. Rathnasiri, S. Sabeshkar, N.C. Pallewattaa, J.M.K.C. Jeewandara. Common skin condition and associated factors among health care workers in selected hospitals in Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.K.S. Hewa, I.A.U. Matharage, S. Arththika, P.K.N.C. Premadasa, R.M.P.T. Herath, C. Hunukumbure, S. Godakandage. Prevalence and associated factors of musculoskeletal disorders among garment factory workers in selected garment factories in the Kalutara District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

O.L. Fernando, B.S. Jayasundara, V.S. Yapa, M. Laksigan, M.M. Mendis, C.S.E. Goonewardena, P.R. Perera, A.F. Dheerasinghe. Knowledge, attitudes, practices, and associated factors towards fast food consumption among medical students in a Sri Lankan university. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

R.A.M.A.L. Rajapaksha, W.K.N. Perera, M.A.K.G. Fernando, A. Arulvibooshan, A.D.S.V. Wickramarathna, S.W. Wimalasekera, A.S.L. Bandusena. Knowledge, attitudes, practices, and associated factors on prevention of iron deficiency anaemia among first-year students in a selected university in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.M. Ashfak, M.R.H. Perera, P.A.S. Abayawickrama, E.M.M.C. Ekanayake, S.I. Panagoda, K.L.M.D. Seneviwickrama, R.G.M.S. Nandasena. Obtaining consent from patients awaiting major surgical procedures and factors associated with patient satisfaction in a tertiary care hospital. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.D. Jayathilake, H.M. Munasinghe, K. Gurusamy, K.A.I.R. Perera, K.D.G.H.I. Senarathna, H.D.T.W. Ariyaratna, J. Vidanapathirana. Non-fatal falls in adults: injury patterns and associated factors in a tertiary care hospital. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

H.A.Y. Prabhath, J.P.M. Kamalsiri, O.W.I.P. Weerasekara, V. Yuwasthika, P. Nirusha, S.K. Chandrasekara, I.V. Prematilleke, S. Prathapan. Renal tumours under the microscope: Characteristics and factors associated with tumour grade from patients in selected tertiary care centres in Colombo District, Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

T.T. Edirisinghe, T.K.G.D.D. Lalchandra, A.V.N. Fernando, K.H.P. Hansika, S.K. Subramaniam, M.N.Y.F. Wijegoonewardena, A.A. Pathirana. Patient satisfaction with pain management and associated factors among acute abdominal pain admissions to the surgical wards of a selected tertiary care hospital. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

W.J.S. Peiris, J.M.Y. Binovin, M.P.L. Alwis, C.P.K.R. Fernando, D.D.N. Edirisinghe, K.L.M.D. Seneviwickrama, B. Seneviratne. Clinicopathological links in breast cancer: A Sri Lankan study. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

W.G.Y. Navodya, R.P.D.K. Gangani, H.I.P. Muhandiram, P.H.H. Padukkage, J. Kirupairetnam, I.V. Prematilleke, S. Prathapan. Sociodemographic and clinicopathological features of pancreatic carcinoma and factors associated with tumour respectability in a tertiary care centre in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

H.W.M.J.C. Wijayasinghe, H.A.K.N. Tissera, R.M.I.K. Rathnasiri, W.H.S. Hansani, T. Rishikeshean, K. Wijesinghe, S. Prathapan. Cutting through the first delay: barriers to timely surgical care in Colombo District, Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S. Kumaravel, A.R.W.M.M.W.H.P. Abeykoon, W.G.S. Lakshitha, R.J. Paranahewa, W.D.O.Stella, C.S.E. Goonewardena, B. Gamage, A.F. Dheerasinghe. Assessing the completion rate of colonoscopy and factors associated with incompletion in a selected teaching hospital in Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.M.A.P. Alahakoon, J.S. Dasanayaka, Y.B. Jayasinghe, K.G.W. Jayawardane, G.O. Wimalanath, S.W. Wimalasekera, C.S.E. Goonewardena. Proportion and knowledge of colour vision deficiency and associated factors among adults in Western Province, Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

T.P. Wickramasinghe, T.L.S.M. Siritunga, M.K.S. Nethmini, P.R.D.L. Polgampola, F.A.A. Ahamed, I. Gunasekara, J. Vidanapathirana. Knowledge, attitudes, and associated factors for knowledge on early detection of autism spectrum disorder among mothers of children aged ≤2 years attending paediatric clinics at a selected tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S.I. Hemaratne, S. Cheiyoon, A.M. Liyanage, S.N. Fernando, I.M. Jayawickrama, T. Matihias, N.S. Herath. Knowledge, attitudes, practices and factors associated with self-medication for selected symptoms among preclinical students of a medical faculty in a selected university. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

P.D.I. Sulakkhana, H.S. Mallawarachchi, J.A.N.D. Jayasinghe, N.K.C.J. Perera, L. Sarukesh, K.L.M.D. Seneviwickrama, S. Balasingham. Knowledge, attitudes, practices and associated factors on foot care among diabetic patients admitted to medical wards of two selected tertiary care hospitals in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

H.V.M. Imaduwa, S. Garthiga, K.G.A.A.S. Jayarathna, W.S.M.P.K. Rathnayaka, A.V.P.B.L. Jayewardene, P. Jayawardane, M. Cader. Knowledge and practices on paracetamol use and associated factors among mothers with children under fourteen years attending Maternal and Child Health clinics in Borelasgamuwa MOH area. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

T.D.C. Vethanayagam, A.M.K.L. Attaanayaka, I.A.U. Matharage, A.S. Jayakody, K.A.C.R. Subasinghe, S. Dissanayaka, N. Herath. Proportion of patients wearing face masks among those with selected chronic respiratory diseases and their attitudes and associated factors towards wearing them in a tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S. Balakrishnan, Y.M. Hettiarachchi, S.D. Mayadunne, M.S.D. Chathurya, K.R.M. De Silva, S. Edirisinghe, N. Herath. Awareness and practices of screening for breast cancer and associated factors among women aged 18-45 years attending the outpatient department of a teaching hospital in Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

M.S. Akurugodagama, W.S. Silvapulle, H.C. Munasinghe, H.M.S. Hansika, N.F. Siddeek, K.L.M.D. Seneviwickrama, M.D.J. Amarasingha Wass. Factors associated with perception of body image among undergraduates in selected faculties of a government university in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

R.D.S.M. Kumari, U.K.C.D. Kularathne, N.A.U.A. Kulathunga, L.H. Navodya, S.T. Perera, S. Prathapan, C. Undugodage. Sleep quality and associated factors among teachers in government schools during COVID-19 school closures in four districts of Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S. Mahima, M.A. Samaranayake, D.B. Thalawaththa, V.N. Kannangara, T.S. Premathilaka, B.M.H.A. Banneheke, C.S.E. Goonewardena. Effects of COVID-19 pandemic lockdown on behavioural patierns and mental state of Sri Lankan university athletes. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

H.D. Dasanayake, P.Y. Jayamanna, P.S. Abeysiriwardana, B.M.I.M. Bandaranayake, J.P.S.C. Jayasundara, S. Prathapan, M. Gamage. Burnout among intern medical officers in selected tertiary care hospitals during the COVID-19 pandemic. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

D.A. Wijayasinghe, S. Thulasi, R.P.B.V. Rajakaruna, C.R. Yapa, S.B. Samarasinghe, C.S.E. Goonewardena, K. Wijesinghe, D.S.A.F. Dheerasinghe. Prevalence and associated factors of preoperative anxiety among patients undergoing major surgeries at a tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.A. Izadeen, K.G.S.V. Bandara, W.G.K.M. Tharindi, P.D.H. Chathuranga, J.A.N. Yashodha, U.P.K. Hetiarachchi, V. Kumarapeli. The behaviours regarding body image and its associated factors among students of selected faculties in a selected university in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

M.H.P. Kumari, A.I.S. Dodangoda, R.B. Hapuarachchi, P.S. Alles, D.L.U. Amarakoon. Treatment compliance related to mental illness among outpatients with mental illness at a tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S.S. Paranawithana, T.N. Bulathge, W.A.N.M. Perera, D.M.Y.A. Dissanayake, P. Kishaanthan, K.A.T. Navodani, D.L.U. Amarakoon. Level of cognition and associated factors among elderly individuals aged 60–85 years living in elderly homes in Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

K.D.A. Sulakna, K.R.M.T.D. Pathirana, M.N. Nusha, D.T.W.A. Jayathilaka, K.K.D. Chameeka, S. Prathapan, S. Dissanayake. Attitudes and associated factors of medical undergraduates towards cadaveric dissection in selected medical faculties of Western Province, Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

D.C. Dissanayake, M.N. Weeratunga, S.N.M.U.E. Nawarathna, W.M.W.S. Weerasekara, M.I.M. Infaz, H.T.D.W. Ariyarathne, C.S.E. Goonewardena, O.B.W. Rajapakshe. Part-time employment and associated factors among medical students at a selected Sri Lankan university. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.A.C.C. Abeysinghe, A.R.F. Allana, G.S. Anuththara, D.M.V.V. Atapattu, A.I.S. Dodangoda, A.H. De Silva, C.S.E. Goonewardena. English language barriers in medical education and coping strategies among first-year medical undergraduates of a selected university in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

E.S.N. Nanayakkara, H.L.B. De Silva, V.T.P.M. Rohana, T. Tharanika, K.P.D. Madusanka, K.R. Atukorala, A. Bandusena. Perceptions on migration and its associated factors among undergraduate students in a selected university. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

P.K.S.D. Dharamarathne, M.A. Aspa, W.A.H. Dayananda, P.M.P. Premachandra, H.W.T.T. Welandagoda, C.S. Fernando, M. Cader. Knowledge and perception about virginity and associated factors among 3rd year students at a Sri Lankan university. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

P.S. Wickramasinghe, B.V.I.P. Wickramasiri, L.D. Yasara, P.K.R.P. Lakshika, K.D.N.H. Amarasinghe, H. Dissanayake, C.S.E. Goonewardena, A. Bandusena. Sleep quality and associated factors among Advanced Level Science stream, Sinhala medium students attending selected tuition classes in the Nugegoda Medical Officer of Health area, Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

M. Chethanan, D.S.M.I.I. Nawarathne, H.A.N. Anuththara, H.M.S.S.B. Herath, W.G.S.D. Gunathilake, S.M.P. Seneviratne Alles, I.E. Gunaratna. Burnout among para clinical medical students in a selected university in Colombo District, Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

W.M.N. Fernando, T.R. Amarasingha, K.J.B. Perera, R.M.G.C. Rathnayaka, S.R.T. Senevirathna, R. Wickremasinghe, S. Prathapan. Epidemiology of cervical carcinoma and factors associated with its staging in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

N.H. Jayamuni, M.M.F. Ashfa, M.A.K.G. Kodagoda, K.A.J. Erandika, S.N.W. Dissanayake, T. Matthias. Compliance and associated factors among patients receiving treatment for dyslipidaemia at a healthcare institution in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S. Biremee, G.A.S.D. Wijesekara, L.B.G.S. Bogahawatta, S.M.M.V. Bandara, E.N. Samadhi, M.N. Senevirathne, S. Ranasinghe, V. Kumarapeli. Adherence and factors affecting adherence to prescribed medication among patients with hypertension in a selected tertiary care hospital. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S.W.M.K.D. Wanninayaka, U.S. Sulochana, M.K.D.D. Wijekumara, H.P.H.S. Ilangarathna, L.H.L.P.K. Wickramasooriya, J.M.C. Jeewandara, M.P.P.U. Chulasiri. Allergen sensitization patterns and associated factors in adults with asthma and allergic rhinitis in Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.I.M. Ihthisham, M.A.S.G. Chandrasena, B.K. Walpita, S.H.P.D.S. Wickramathilaka, E.M.V.P. Ekanayake, S. Wimalasekera, C.S.E. Goonewardena. Physical activity, respiratory functions and influencing factors in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients attending a selected clinic in Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

H. Perera, T. Jirosini, G. Senanayaka, Y. Vindana, B. Thennakoon, M. Arambewela, N.Thenuwara. Assessment of known risk conditions and associated factors for type 2 diabetes mellitus among females attending the Outpatient Department of a tertiary care hospital in Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

D.M.N.R. Handagala, D.T.D. Wijesinghe, L.U.I. Kumara, H.B.D. Anjana, M.G.A. Oshilani, K.L.M.D. Seneviwickrama. Perception, barriers, and associated factors of online learning among medical undergraduates during COVID-19 restrictions. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

J.D.T.N. Perera, T.K.A. Rajarathna, A.C. Fernando, M.A.I.C. Adithya, R.J. Ahamed, R.B. Marasinghe, N.H. Ubeysekara. Knowledge, attitudes, and readiness to use modern technology among doctors in improving patient care in a tertiary care hospital. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

M.H.P. Kumari, A.I.S. Dodangoda, R.B. Hapuarachchi, P.S. Alles, D.L.U. Amarakoon. Clicking for clarity: patterns of online mental health information seeking among patients with mental illnesses attending a tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.A. Sheriffu, S.K. Hewawasam, V.S. Mendis, A.H.L.K.S. Siriwardene, K.M.N. Rathnayake, M. Jayawardane, S. Godakandage. Psychosocial factors among pregnant women attending antenatal clinics of a tertiary care hospital: a comparative study between normal weight and overweight or obese individuals. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

K. Kaviknan, G.A.D.A. Ganepola, D.H. Mendis, G.D.M.A. Senara, S.S.R. Silva, M.L.T.V.Yasarathna, A.S.L. Bandusena, S. Liyanagunawardena. Knowledge, attitudes, practices, and associated factors regarding iron, folate, and calcium supplementation among pregnant women attending antenatal clinics in a tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

R.W.M.N.S. Rathnayake, C.N. Malaviarachchi, Y.K. Munasinghe, A.M.S.S. Atapattu, R.M.S. Kumari, N.V.J. Thenuwara. Practices of menstrual hygiene and factors associated with hygiene practices among school girls in selected schools in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.R. Sajaa, T.S. Silva, A.V. Edirisinghe, W.A.S.R. De Saram, A.K.C.W. Daniel, S.S.N. Fernando, M.P.P.U. Chulasiri. Bridging knowledge-attitude gaps in gestational Diabetes Mellitus: maternal perspectives from Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S. Liyanage, D. Nanayakkara, H. Kumari, S. Sujaharan, D. Jayewardhana, H.A.K.M. Gunasekera, O. Rajapaksa. Knowledge, attitudes, and associated factors of sexual relationships among selected university undergraduates in the Colombo District. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

E.M.M.H. Ekanayake, N.D. Arambawela, J.K.N.P. Jayaneththi, N.H.S. Senatilleke, S.C. Dilrukshi, M.M. Weerasekera, O. Rajapakse. Knowledge, attitudes, practices, and factors associated with knowledge on Tuberculosis among first-year students at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

M.F. Ayesha, J.A.S.H. Jayakody, V.K. Kodagoda, D.M.S.K. Dissanayake, K.D. Hettiarachchi, H. Waidyasekara, N. Thenuwara. Knowledge, attitudes, and factors influencing knowledge on waterborne diseases among undergraduate students in a university in Colombo District, Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

S.M.A. Aslam, S.R.W. Gamanayake, G.D.A.S. Samarutilake, L.D.R.A. Jayathilake, A.N. Munasinghe, J. Kottahachchi, R.D.S. Ranasinghe. Knowledge of adverse events following immunization and associated factors among mothers of children up to age five attending paediatric clinics at a teaching hospital in Sri Lanka. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

A.N.G.D.B.S. De Silva, G.D.A.H. Gamage, W.W.D.P. Mendis, H.S. Nisakya, S. Muthumala, M.M. Weerasekera, Y.L.S. Nandasena. Pattern and seasonality of Leptospirosis admissions to government hospitals in selected districts from 2018 to 2021. Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

D.S. Ginigaddara, J. Gowthaman, T.W.K.U.I. Kumari, R.L.D.P. Madusanka, P.V.J.C. Wijethunga, D.R. Wickremasinghe, Y.L.S. Nandasena. Pattern, temporal association, and associated factors of notifying Dengue, Tuberculosis, Leprosy, and COVID-19 in a selected Medical Officer of Health area in Sri Lanka during the COVID-19 pandemic (2020–2022). Medical Undergraduate Research Symposium, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 14^th November 2025.

W.J.S. Peiris, J.M.Y. Binovin, C.P.K.R. Fernando, D.D.N. Edirisinghe, B. Seneviratne, K.L.M.D. Seneviwikrama. Clinicopathological links in breast cancer: A Sri Lankan study. National Health Research Symposium 2025. 26^th November 2025.

A.M. Ashfak, M.R.H. Perera, P.A.S. Abayawickrama, E.M.M.C. Ekanayake, S.I. Panagoda, R.G.M.S. Nandasena, K.L.M.D. Seneviwickrama. Informed and involved: Satisfaction on obtaining consent before major surgery in a tertiary care setting. National Health Research Symposium 2025. 26^th November 2025.

A.S.M. Aslam, S.R.W. Gamanayake, G.D.A.S. Samarutilake, LD.R.A. Jayathilake, A.N. Munasinghe, J. Kottahachchi, R.D.S. Ranasinghe. Adverse events following immunization of children up to 5 years: Knowledge, practices and associated factors for knowledge among mothers attending pediatric clinics at a selected teaching hospital in Sri Lanka. National Health Research Symposium 2025. 26^th November 2025.

Student Research Presentations 2024

Research Forum	Research Title	Authors	Presenting Author
South Asian Paediatric Association Congress 2024 & 26^th Annual Scientific Congress of Sri Lanka College of Paediatricians	Mental wellbeing and its associated factors among 13-19-year-old adolescents in child development centers in Colombo district, Sri Lanka	Navoda P.K.T., Tharindi D.T., Thusynathan T., Madusanka P.P., Dineth P.G.V., Vidanapathirana H.M.J.P., Wijesekara D.S., Prathapan S.	Navoda P.K.T.
29^th Annual Academic Session of the College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka, August 2024	Institutionalized adolescents in child development centers in Colombo district, Sri Lanka: How mental well-being affect their life	Navoda P.K.T., Tharindi D.T., Thusynathan T., Madusanka P.P., Dineth P.G.V., Vidanapathirana H.M.J.P., Wijesekara D.S., Prathapan S.	Navoda P.K.T.
29^th Annual Academic Sessions of the College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka on 9^th and 10^th August 2024, Colombo	Part time employment and associated factors among medical students at a selected Sri Lankan university	Dissanayake D.C., Weeratunga M.N., Nawarathne S.N.M.U.E., Weerasekara. W.M.W.S., Infaz M.I.M., Ariyaratne H.T.D.W, Rajapakshe O.B.W., Goonewardena C.S.E.	Dissanayake D.C.
29^th Annual Academic Sessions of the College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka on 9^th and 10^th August 2024, Colombo	Pattern, temporal association and associated factors of notifying dengue and COVID-19 in the Panadura Medical Officer of Health (MOH) area during the COVID-19 pandemic from 2020 to 2022	Ginigaddara D.S., Gowthaman J., Kumari T.W.K.U.I., Madusanka R.L.D.P., Wijethunga P.V.J.C., Nandasena S., Wickremasinghe D.R.	Ginigaddara D.S.
29^th Annual Academic Sessions of the College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka, August 2024	Knowledge and self-reported practices on preoperative patient care and associated factors among surgical ward nurses in selected hospitals in Colombo District	Nallaperuma C.D., Atapattu B.Y., Madubashini D.J., Akash S.F., Mathararachchi K.L., Goonewardena C.S.E., Ilankoon I.M.P.S.	Nallaperuma C.D.
Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA) 137^th Anniversary International Medical Congress. 16^th to 18^th August 2024 at Galadari, Colombo	Access delays to essential surgical care among post-operative patients in selected hospitals in Colombo district.	Wijayasinghe H.W.M.J.C., Tissera H.A.K.N., Rathnasiri I.M.R.K., Hansani W.H.S., Rishikeshean T, Wijesinghe K, Prathapan S.	Wijayasinghe H.W.M.J.C.
29^th Annual Academic Sessions of the College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka, August 2024.	Knowledge on birth preparedness and associated factors among pregnant women attending antenatal clinics in Colombo South Teaching Hospital, Sri Lanka	Navodani K.A.T., Goonewardena C.S.E, Kottahachchi J., Liyanagama K.S, Thulasini S., Khan W.M., Rashmika K.K.V., Silva M.P.K.P.M.	Liyanagama K. S.
21^st Annual Academic Sessions of the Sri Lanka college of Psychiatrists - July 2024.	Level of cognition and associated factors of 60-85 year old elderly people living in elderly homes in Colombo district	T.N. Bulathge, D.M.Y.A. Dissanayake, W.A.N.M. Perera, S.S. Paranawithana, P. Kishaanthan, K.A.T. Navodani, D.L.U. Amarakoon	S.S. Paranawithana
29^th Annual Academic Sessions of the College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka, August 2024	Knowledge attitudes and practices on complementary feeding and factors associated with its practices among mothers attending a selected Medical Officer of Health area in Colombo RDHS area, Sri Lanka	Gunarathna DPA, Walgamage V, Kumarasinghe MVNP, Deshappriya DLV, Adithya MAG, Rajapakshe OBW, Gamhewage NC, Goonewardene S	Gunarathna D. P. A.

Dinethra MWT, Gammanpila NT, Hiranya KM, Pathivila SV, Chinthanie DLJ, Seneviwickrama KLMD, Wijesinghe MSD, Vidanapathirana DM. Factors associated with knowledge on Pap smear screening among women aged 35-60 years, attending the outpatient department at a tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka [Poster Presentation] Annual Academic Sessions of the College of Oncologists (10^th - 14^th October 2024)

29^thShavindi KD, Shahnaaz ALF, Wanniarachchi WTP, Gayashana DGJK, Hewavitharane GG, Indrakumar J, Gunaeatna IE. Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices regarding Chronic Kidney Disease among diabetic and Hypertensive patients attending the medical and diabetic clinics in a selected hospital in Sri Lanka [Poster Presentation] International Conference on Medical Sciences (ICM), Faculty of Medical Sciences, USJ (24^th - 25^th October 2024)

Shehan DAM, De Silva MCS, Gunathilaka GRVK, Wickramasinghe SSB, Thisara YBN, Seneviwickrama KLMD. Stress levels among medical undergraduates at a selected state university in Sri Lanka [Poster Presentation] International Conference on Medical Sciences (ICM), Faculty of Medical Sciences, USJ (24^th - 25^th October 2024)

Izadeen AA, Bandara KGSV, Tharindi WGKM, Chathuranga PDH, Yashodha JAN, Hettiarachchi UPK, Kumarapeli V. The behaviors regarding body image and its associated factors among students of selected faculties in a selected University in Sri Lanka [Poster Presentation] International Conference on Medical Sciences (ICM), Faculty of Medical Sciences, USJ (24^th - 25^th October 2024)

Hewage YN, Dasanayaka DWVN, Lizama MAF, Puvanenthiram V, Jayasekara EDDP. Knowledge, attitudes and factors associated with attitudes towards fertility tretments among adults in Colombo district [Poster Presentation] International Conference on Medical Sciences (ICM), Faculty of Medical Sciences, USJ (24^th - 25^th October 2024)

Dinethra MWT, Gammanpila NT, Hiranya KM, Pathivila SV, Chinthanie DLI, Seneviwickrama KLMD, Wijesinghe MSD, Vidanapathirana DM. Knowledge, attitudes and practices related to Pap smear screening among women aged 35 – 60 years attending the outpatient department at a tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka Poster Presentation] International Conference on Medical Sciences (ICM), Faculty of Medical Sciences, USJ (24^th to 25^th October 2024)