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World Cancer Week Awareness Campaign by Public Education Committee of Sri Lanka Cancer Society
World Cancer Day commemorated on February 4 is the global uniting initiative led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) Geneva, to raise worldwide attention and inspire action for cancer free world.
World Cancer Day aims to save millions of preventable deaths each year by raising awareness about cancer, and pressing governments, and key stakeholders to take action to reduce Cancer related illness and deaths
In Sri Lanka, the Public Education Committee (PEC) of the Sri Lanka Cancer Society (SLCS) decided to have a whole week dedicated to cancer awareness. The theme set by UICC was “I am and I will” is about you and your commitment to act.
February 1-7 was dedicated to world cancer week. It commenced with articles in the newspapers, a supplement on World Cancer Day sponsored by Hemas Pharmaceuticals, and videos on Social media. The PEC Chairperson, the President and the Chairperson of the SLCS were interviewed on TV (Derana), Radio and Social media together with Consultant Oncologists, and several cancer survivors.
A song was composed for World Cancer day entitled “I Am and I Will”, and a Youth Art contest for school children is being held to spread awareness amongst the youth.
The PEC also participated in the World Cancer Walk organized by Belgium and several influencers helped to spread the message “Early Detection is key in fighting this disease.”
AIA Insurance who signed up as our Charity partner in 2019 to celebrate their centennial year, continues to support us to date. They helped to spread awareness during the world cancer week by displaying posters in their many branches around Sri Lanka in addition to their ongoing financial support and corporate activities to create awareness on the battle against Cancer.
At SLCS, we are committed to provide the best care for cancer patients at the Homes and Hospice (our palliative care center) at Maharagama. We also continue with great vigor to control cancer by educating the public on early detection and prevention of cancer, providing financial support, drugs etc., to needy Cancer survivors. These services are carried out free of charge. Therefore, the support extended by AIA Insurance and other generous donors have been of great help and value to carry on our indomitable task.
As the CEO of AIA, Nikhil Advani explained, “while the world is focused on COVID-19, non-Communicable Diseases, such as cancer remain a very real problem in Sri Lanka, and are responsible for over 76% deaths. Cancer is one of the nation’s leading health concerns and needs specialized treatment and more so a dedicated care and support system for patients. It gives us great meaning to be able to support the Cancer Society in caring for patients faced with this dreaded illness –both physically and mentally.”
For more information of the work done by SLCS please visit us on Instagram (sl_cancer_society_pec) and on our website
www.slcs.lk
Ms. Anoja Karunaratne,
President,
Sri Lanka Cancer Society.
High Commissioner of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Sri Lanka Major General (Retd) Nayyar Naseer met with the Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at Temple Trees on 30th April
Welcoming the High Commissioner of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Sri Lanka, the Prime Minister expressed sincere appreciation for the continued support and cooperation extended by the Government of Pakistan to Sri Lanka, particularly the assistance provided following the Ditwah Cyclone.
Both sides reaffirmed the longstanding and cordial relations between Sri Lanka and Pakistan, which are founded on mutual respect, friendship, and shared interests.
The meeting also focused on the importance of further strengthening collaboration in key sectors such as education, tourism, and sports, with a view to enhancing people-to-people ties and creating new opportunities for cooperation reiterating Sri Lanka’s commitment to deepening bilateral engagement.
The meeting was attended by the Deputy High Commissioner of Pakistan to Sri Lanka Ms. Zunaira Latif, Secretary to the Prime Minister, Pradeep Saputhanthri, Additional Secretary Ms. Sagarika Bogahawatta, and officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism.
(Prime Minister’s Media Division)
The Ambassador of Nepal to SriLanka, Dr. Purna Bahadurn Nepali paid a farewell courtesy call on Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya on Thursday (30th of April) at Temple Trees.
During the meeting, the Prime Minister conveyed sincere appreciation for the dedicated service and valuable contributions towards strengthening the longstanding bilateral relations between Sri Lanka and Nepal during the tenure of Dr. Purna Bahadurn Nepali.
Both parties reaffirmed the longstanding bilateral relations between the two countries, which are based on shared cultural, religious, and historical linkages. The Prime Minister also reaffirmed Sri Lanka’s commitment to further deepening bilateral relations with Nepal and enhancing cooperation for the mutual benefit of both nations.
The meeting was attended by the Secretary to the Prime Minister, Pradeep Saputhanthri, Additional Secretary Ms. Sagarika Bogahawatta, and officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism.
(Prime Minister’s Media Division)
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Heat Index at Caution Level in the Northern, North-central, Eastern, Sabaragamuwa, North-western provinces and in Monaragala district during the day time
Warm Weather Advisory
Issued by the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre
Issued at 3.30 p.m. on 01 May 2026, valid for 02 May 2026.
The Heat index, the temperature felt on human body is likely to increase up to ‘Caution level’ at some places in the Northern, North-central, Eastern, Sabaragamuwa, North-western provinces and in Monaragala district during the day time.
The Heat Index Forecast is calculated by using relative humidity and maximum temperature and this is the condition that is felt on your body. This is not the forecast of maximum temperature. It is generated by the Department of Meteorology for the next day period and prepared by using global numerical weather prediction model data.
Effect of the heat index on the human body is mentioned in the above table and it is prepared on the advice of the Ministry of Health and Indigenous Medical Services.
ACTION REQUIRED
Job sites: Stay hydrated and takes breaks in the shade as often as possible.
Indoors: Check up on the elderly and the sick.
Vehicles: Never leave children unattended.
Outdoors: Limit strenuous outdoor activities, find shade and stay hydrated.
Dress: Wear lightweight and white or light-colored clothing.
Note:
In addition, please refer to advisories issued by the Disaster Preparedness & Response Division, Ministry of Health in this regard as well. For further clarifications please contact 011-7446491.
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