Police Sargent Was Killed Due To A Motor Bicycle-Jeep Collision Occurred In Polonnaruwa

A Police Sargent attached to Welikanda Police Station in Polonnaruwa(In North Central Province) was killed the motor bicycle he was riding in collided with a Jeep at the yaya-26 area of attanakadawala on the Girithale-Bakamuna Main Road today(10).

The 52 year old Police Sargent had succumbed to his injuries after admitted to attanakadawala hospital in critical condition.

The Police have detained the driver of the Jeep which belonging to Mahaweli Development Authority and he is due to be produced before Hingueakgoda Magistrate Court.
 

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Former Minister Basil Rajapakshe Arrived At Presidential Commission Of Inquiry To Give A Statement

The former economic development minister Basil Rajapakshe has this morning arrived at Presidential Commission Of Inquiry to give a statement regarding an allegation leveled against him on misusing of money and public property.

The Presidential Commission is currently taking a statement from the former minister Basil Rajapakshe regarding illegally using Sri Lanka Air Force helicopters for internal travels and misusing Rs.15 million belonging to "Gama Naguma"project it has been reported.

HEALTH TIP

Recognizing Potential Signs of Throat Cancer

It can be difficult to detect throat cancer in its early stages. Common signs and symptoms of throat cancer include:

• a change in your voice
• trouble swallowing (dysphagia)
• weight loss
• sore throat
• constant need to clear your throat
• persistent cough (may cough up blood)
• swollen lymph nodes in the neck
• wheezing
• ear pain
• hoarseness

Make a doctor’s appointment if you experience any of these symptoms and they do not improve for a duration exceeding two to three weeks.

Causes and Risk Factors for Throat Cancer

Men are more likely to develop throat cancer than women. Certain lifestyle habits increase the risk of developing cancer of the throat. These include:

• smoking
• excessive alcohol consumption
• vitamin A deficiency
• exposure to asbestos
• poor dental hygiene