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Police probe alleged sexual assault by doctor at Negombo Hospital

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2 months ago

April 6, 2025

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Negombo Police has commenced an investigation based on a complaint received regarding the alleged serious sexual assault on a female patient at the Negombo General Hospital, according to the Police Headquarters.

A young woman had visited the Negombo General Hospital on 31 March to receive treatment for a dental issue and skin disease. She was accompanied to the hospital by her mother, according to Police.

It is alleged that during the examination, a doctor had sexually assaulted her, and the incident was reported to the Negombo Police Station through the Director of the hospital.

Subsequently, the young woman was produced before a judicial medical officer on Wednesday (2).

The Police report states that the alleged victim has not been satisfied with the medical report provided following the examination.

Accordingly, Police have taken steps to have the woman examined by a special medical panel.

Meanwhile, the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has issued a statement in response to the incident reported at the Negombo General Hospital.

While acknowledging the serious nature of the incident, the GMOA has stated that the doctor in question had been expelled from the association in 2021.

He has been expelled from the association due to repeated disciplinary violations, according to the GMOA.

The GMOA also called for a comprehensive investigation over the incident and to severely punish the individual, if found guilty.

The GMOA expressed concern that incidents of such nature could erode the public trust in the free healthcare system and emphasized the need to ensure a safer environment for women, according to the statement.

(adaderana.lk)

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COVID subvariants spreading in Asia detected in Sri Lanka

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7 hours ago

May 31, 2025

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The Medical Research Institute of Sri Lanka has confirmed that the COVID-19 variant currently spreading in the Asian region has also been identified in the country.

Dr. Jude Jayamaha, a specialist in viral diseases at the Medical Research Institute, stated that patients infected with the Omicron subvariants LF.7 and XFG are being reported locally.

Dr. Jayamaha explained that this finding was confirmed through research conducted on biological samples collected from several hospitals across the island.

However, he emphasized that there is no need for undue fear regarding these COVID-19 variants.

Health authorities have also stressed the importance of vulnerable groups—such as pregnant mothers, the elderly, and those with chronic illnesses—following health guidelines, including wearing face masks and avoiding crowded places.

Dr. Jayamaha reiterated that new COVID-19 variants emerge periodically, and health authorities are continuously monitoring the situation, so the public should remain calm.

(newswire.lk)

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Anudi misses out from Miss World Quarter-Finals

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8 hours ago

May 31, 2025

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The Miss World organization has announced its quarter-finalists, selecting 40 contestants from across Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

Sri Lanka’s Anudi Gunasekara, was not selected in the top 40, despite being recognized for her impressive performances in the Multimedia and Head-to-Head challenges.

The top 40 consisted of 10 contestants each from Asia & Oceania, Europe, Africa and the Americas.