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Lanka Hospitals’ Blood Cancer Centre celebrates its 7th anniversary
Lanka Hospitals reached another milestone recently when its Blood Cancer Centre that provides treatment for blood cancer and other blood disorders reached its seventh anniversary in October 2020.
Lanka Hospitals is the only private hospital with a dedicated Centre for blood cancer care, and offers treatment for Leukaemia, Lymphoma, Myeloma and bone marrow transplants. The dedicated centre, established in October 2013, is equipped with all the required medical and surgical facilities to diagnose and treat patients to the highest international medical standard.
“Our Blood Cancer Centre is the only facility which offers the services of a Resident Clinical Haematologist/Haemato-Oncologist in addition to visiting General Oncologists, Hematologists and Transfusion Consultants. Furthermore, we have specially trained nursing staff that specialize in the treatment of blood cancers and blood-related disorders. We are proud of our team’s achievements and thank them all for their contribution,” Lanka Hospitals’ Group Chief Executive Officer, Deepthi Lokuarachchi said.
“The Blood Cancer Centre has a dedicated in-patient, out-patient and day-care facility. We have maintained our services on a high standard similar to blood cancer treatment facilities in advanced countries. We thank all those who have visited the Blood Cancer Centre for placing their trust on our dedicated team,” Lanka Hospitals’ Director Medical Services, Dr. Wimal Karandagoda noted.
In November 2015, Lanka Hospital blood cancer Centre introduced a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meeting, a mechanism put forward for careful review and decision-making with regard to the treatment and diagnosis of patients with blood cancer and blood disorders.
“At these meetings, a range of experts of other varying specialties such as pathologists, radiologists, oncological surgeons and specialized nurses come together as a team to offer the best and most suitable form of treatment for each patient. We have cared for nearly 3,000 patients according to UK protocols and their response and survival parameters are on par with Western countries”, said Dr. Saman Hewamana, the Centre’s Clinical Haematologist/Haemato-Oncologist,
Lanka Hospitals’ Blood Cancer Centre also reached a milestone when it launched the Blood Cancer Care Fund in early 2019 to assist those who have blood cancer, by easing their financial burden of meeting the cost of treatment.
“We believe research is one of the key factors in improving patient outcomes. We undertake retrospective analysis to improve our understanding of blood cancers and the application of Western treatment protocols to Sri Lankan patients. We have proven to have maintained response rates and survival parameters comparable to data from other European centres”, Senior Consultant Oncologist, Dr. Jayantha Balawardena, said.
Lanka Hospitals Diagnostics (LHD) is the only Sri Lankan laboratory to be accredited by the prestigious laboratory accreditation body, The College of American Pathologists (CAP).
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
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Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
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