E-Repository - South Eastern University of Sri LankaThe DSpace digital repository system captures, stores, indexes, preserves, and distributes digital research material.http://localhost:802024-03-28T10:42:00Z2024-03-28T10:42:00ZIron deficiency anemia in pediatric children at Kalmunai North Base Hospital, Sri LankaSeyida Afreen, Seyid Mohamed MoulanaMuhamed Musthafa, MuneebSanjeev, RajavarthaniNorman Roshanth, Somasundaramhttp://ir.lib.seu.ac.lk/handle/123456789/70142024-03-28T04:05:42Z2024-01-08T00:00:00ZTitle: Iron deficiency anemia in pediatric children at Kalmunai North Base Hospital, Sri Lanka
Authors: Seyida Afreen, Seyid Mohamed Moulana; Muhamed Musthafa, Muneeb; Sanjeev, Rajavarthani; Norman Roshanth, Somasundaram
Abstract: Objective: This study’s aim was to estimate association between the
iron deficiency anemia (IDA) and associated risk factors among children at
Kalmunai north in Sri Lanka during COVID-19.
Material and Methods: During the pandemic, 101 children aged between
1and 14 years were involved in the cross sectional study. Hemoglobin levels,
serum ferritin and C-reactive protein (CRP) were measured to determine
anemia. Additionally, dietary intake, socioeconomic status, and demographic
information were collected through interviews with the caregivers. Chi-square
tests and Pearson correlation were used to investigate connections between
IDA and other factors such as demographic characteristics and eating habits.
In addition, a multivariate regression analysis was performed to identify
independent predictors of IDA.
Results: 7.9% of children were found to be anemic at Kalmunai Base
Hospital. Low dietary iron consumption was revealed as a significant risk factor
for IDA. Meat, liver, fish, chicken, fresh milk, dark green leafy vegetables, and
black tea were found to be independent predictors of IDA, explaining 57.7%
of the variation in IDA frequency (R2 value = 57.7%; P< 0.001). Consuming
dark green leafy vegetables, poultry, liver, beef, and fish are linked to a lower
incidence of IDA in children. On the other hand, a higher risk of IDA appears
to be associated with increased consumption of fresh milk and black tea. In
conclusion, this study focuses on Dietary factors, especially the consumption
of particular foods, were found to be significant contributors of IDA, even if
demographic parameters did not differ significantly from IDA. Strategies to
increase iron intake and dietary diversity, particularly among young children,
are critical in the fight against IDA.2024-01-08T00:00:00ZA survey on the satisfaction of graduands and graduates: humanities and social sciences in the state universities in Sri Lankahttp://ir.lib.seu.ac.lk/handle/123456789/70132024-03-28T04:03:43Z2021-01-01T00:00:00ZTitle: A survey on the satisfaction of graduands and graduates: humanities and social sciences in the state universities in Sri Lanka
Editors: Siddhisena, K. A. P.; Silva, Premakumara de; Rameez, Aboobacker; Chandrasekara, Sagara; Karunarathne, Migara2021-01-01T00:00:00ZSafezone: an android based mobile app for university students to prevent violence and raggingRathnayaka, R. M. C. J. S.Akmal Jahan, M. A. C.http://ir.lib.seu.ac.lk/handle/123456789/70122024-03-25T11:45:11Z2023-12-14T00:00:00ZTitle: Safezone: an android based mobile app for university students to prevent violence and ragging
Authors: Rathnayaka, R. M. C. J. S.; Akmal Jahan, M. A. C.
Abstract: Ragging, a practice involving the hazing of new students by senior students, can result
in various negative outcomes, including mental, physical, and verbal abuse. To address
this issue, we need a mechanism to secretly inform the officials when an incident
happens to safeguards students from ragging incidents. This project aims to design a
mobile app dedicated to enhancing security alert systems for university students. Our
study focuses on creating an application that provides protection for newly entered
university students, specifically against ragging incidents. By adopting this app,
students can easily and secretly share their current location and send an alert via SMS to
required officials. One of the key advantages of this prototype is the ability to report
incidents anonymously without revealing any personal information like phone numbers
or names. By pressing a single button, this prototype allows students to share their
current location and send SMS alerts. This app utilizes OpenAPI for secure data
exchange, alongside the Google Maps API for location services and the Android SMS
API for alert delivery. The is developed using Android Studio by utilizing an Android
mobile device to send location-based SMS alerts within few minutes to security people,
so that they can track the victim casually and prevent any dangerous harm to the
victims. The functionality of this prototype is tested with 50 users, demonstrating high
accuracy in location sharing and positive user feedback regarding its anonymity and
ease of use. Further, we have designed the app to be adaptable for various locations and
platforms. By emphasizing the importance of students’ safety and utilizing technology,
this prototype offers a solution to address the issue of ragging incidents in universities.
Also, will plan to collaborate with universities to integrate Safe Zone with existing
security systems and promote it as an official safety resource, conduct user testing with
the diverse group of university students. This will allow us to refine the app’s usability,
effectiveness and user experience based on real user feedback, develop and integrate
advanced safety features such as emergency contacts, real-time tracking, panic buttons
and AI integration for incident detection and continuously improving security and privacy
measures to ensure strong data protection and user anonymity.2023-12-14T00:00:00ZEvaluation of the antibacterial activity of aqueous extracts obtained from the leaves and bark of Punica granatumHerath, H. M. U. A. K.Sanchethana, S. G. C.Shantha, R. M. R. A.Hasaana, M. N. F.Jayasuriya, D. D. M.Bandara, A. W. M. K. K.Sedara, D. U. P.http://ir.lib.seu.ac.lk/handle/123456789/70112024-03-25T05:11:23Z2023-12-14T00:00:00ZTitle: Evaluation of the antibacterial activity of aqueous extracts obtained from the leaves and bark of Punica granatum
Authors: Herath, H. M. U. A. K.; Sanchethana, S. G. C.; Shantha, R. M. R. A.; Hasaana, M. N. F.; Jayasuriya, D. D. M.; Bandara, A. W. M. K. K.; Sedara, D. U. P.
Abstract: Plants are a natural source of novel antimicrobials. Fifty percent of new drugs are
derived from plants, as plants contain phytochemicals that have antimicrobial activity.
As many plants have not yet been investigated for antimicrobial activity, it is a good
source for discovering novel antibiotics. In Ayurveda practices, plants are used in the
treatment of wounds and infections. Punica granatum (Delum) has been used in herbal
medicine for ages. However, the medical benefits of these plants have been discussed in
only a few publications. The plant is documented to possess beneficial effects for eye
infections, heart diseases, dysentery, coughs, oedema, worms’ diseases, asthma, skin
diseases, fever, etc. This study aimed to evaluate the antimicrobial activity of aqueous
extracts of the leaves and bark of the Punica granatum plant against Staphylococcus
aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas
aeruginosa were obtained from the biomedical laboratory of Kaatsu International
University. Plant materials were collected from the Colombo district, and authentication
has been obtained from the botany division of the Bandaranayake Memorial Ayurvedic
Research Institute, Nawinna, Maharagama, Sri Lanka. Extractions of plants were
obtained by the decoction method, and a series of concentrations were prepared. The
antibacterial activity of the extracts of the leaves and bark of delum against
Staphylococcus aureus (ATCC 25923) and Pseudomonas aeruginosa (ATCC 27853)
was measured using the agar-well diffusion method. Gentamicin (10 μg/ml) was used
as the positive control. Each assay was done in triplicate. Aqueous extract of leaves
showed the highest antimicrobial activity with inhibition zones of 28.00 ±1.00 mm
(Staphylococcus aureus) and 21.0 and 0±1.00 mm (Pseudomonas aeruginosa), while
bark extract (aqueous) showed 22.33±0.58 mm and 17.67±0.58mm of inhibition zones
against Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, respectively. Both
Punica granatum leaf and bark aqueous extracts possess antibacterial properties.
Following testing on various clinical isolates, the extracts demonstrate potential for the
development of antibacterial formulations targeting Staphylococcus aureus and
Pseudomonas aeruginosa.2023-12-14T00:00:00Z