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Monday, March 13, 2017

Former Health Minister Renuka Herath Passed Away

The former United National Party(UNP) Parliamentarian and Health Minister Renuka Herath has passed away at the age of 72.

Mrs.Herath who began her career as a teacher has entered the Parliament in 1977 by contesting from Walapane electorate in Nuwara Eliya .

She has served as a District Minister and Cabinet Minister under the previous UNP Governments and served as the opposition leader of Central Provincial Council at the time of her death.

Police Used Tear Gas And Water Cannons To Disperse The University Students Protsest March

Police have used tear gas and water cannon to disperse the Protest March organized by Inter University Students Federation(IUSF) against Malabe Private Medical Collage(SAITM) this evening(13) near the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo Fort.

The protest march commenced from the premises of University of Visual and Performance Art in Colombo this noon arrived at Lotus Road in Colombo Fort and when the protesting students attempted to remove the police barricades on the Road and march towards the Presidential Secretariat police have used the tear gas and water cannons to disperse the protestors it has been reported.

Police have now closed the entry road to Galle Face from the Lotus Roundabout due to the students protest .

Police have also arrested one university student who acted violently during the march.

HEALTH TIP

We all love mangoes, don’t we? But how about mango leaves? There is no doubt that mangoes have loads of health benefits. However, how many of us are aware of the amazing benefits of the mango leaves?

Not many, right? Mango leaves are filled with medicinal and healing properties.

Medicinal Properties Of Mango Leaves:

The mango leaves are reddish or purplish when tender and new, and grow into a dark green color and have a pale underside. These leaves are rich in vitamin C, B and A. They are also rich in various other nutrients. The mango leaves have powerful antioxidant properties as they have a high content of flavonoids and phenols.

The health benefits of Mango leaves are:

1. Treating Diabetes:

2. Lower Blood Pressure:

3. Treats Restlessness:

4. Gall And Kidney Stones:

5. Respiratory Problems:

6. Cures Dysentery:

7. Ear Aches:

8. Heal Burns:

9. Treats Hiccups And Throat Problems:

10. Stomach Tonic:

"COLEUS PLANT IN A FLOWER POT(1886)A POPULAR ARTWORK OF YESTERYEAR DUCTH ARTIST VINCENT VAN GOGH(1853-1890)

Coleus Plant in a Flowerpot, 1886 - Vincent van Gogh

Heavy Traffic Reported From Maradana Due To A Protest March

Heavy traffic has been reported in the roads around Technical Junction and Maradana (Colombo) this afternoon(13) due to a protest march organized by Inter University Students Federation(IUSF)against the Malabe Private Medical Collage(SAITM).

The protest march commenced from the premises of University Of Visual and Performance Arts in Colombo on the way to Colombo Fort it has been revealed.Police have advised the motorists to use an alternative routes due to the traffic.

Around 6% Of The Sri Lankan Population Suffering From Glaucoma

Around 6% of the Sri Lankan population numbering 250,000 are suffering from Glaucoma according to a latest island wide survey conducted by the Health Authorities.

Glaucoma disease which cause total blindness if not identifying earlier and receiving proper treatment ,should identify earlier and treated according to the Ophthalmologist attached to the Colombo Eye Hospital Dr.Muditha Kulathunge.

Addressing a Media Seminar held this morning(13) in Health Education Bureau,Colombo on "Glaucoma Disease ",Dr.Kulathunge has stressed that persons over 40 years should go for a eye checkup to find out whether they have Glaucoma 2-3 times per year to avoid unnecessary blindness.

People suffering from Diabetes and those who have a family member suffering from Glaucoma should go for a Glaucoma Test as they are at high risk of developing the disease she has stated.