Author: Shimla Wakeel

The Rotaract Club of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo together with the Planetary Health Network of the UCFM conducted a Planetary Health Hackathon as a part of the Colombo Medical Congress,on the 7th of December 2023 from 9.00 a.m onwards at the UCFM Tower. The hackathon, ‘Rescue Mission: Planet Earth’, brought together 6 student teams from the faculty who showcased  their innovative ideas on how to help save our ailing planet. The day began with introductory speeches about Planetary Health by Prof. Saroj Jayasinghe and Prof. Tharanga Thoradeniya, and then a inspiring and compelling call to action on Planetary…

YouCon, the much-anticipated annual event that has been igniting the flames of creativity and entrepreneurship in the hearts of young content creators, is gearing up for its fifth edition – YouCon 5.0. The journey of YouCon has been marked by previous successful editions – 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, and 4.0. YouCon 5.0 introduces monumental changes with an official website launch and vodcast series. AIESEC in USJ is set to host a grand physical day event on 17th December at Trace Expert City, offering a unique opportunity for attendees to engage with top-tier content creators.YouCon 5.0 boasts an impressive lineup of collaborative sessions…

Medical Mavericks, orchestrated by the professional development avenue of the Rotaract Club at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, served as a beacon of enlightenment for medical students eager to explore career avenues beyond the confines of the faculty. Taking place on December 5, 2023, at the UCFM tower, the event showcased a distinguished lineup of professionals, including Dr Dammika Dissanayake, a consultant plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgeon; Dr Chathurie Suraweera, an honorary consultant psychiatrist; Dr. Mohamed Rishard, a consultant obstetrician and gynecologist; Dr. Nishani Lucas, a consultant neonatologist; and Prof. Ranil Jayawardena, a clinical nutritionist. The gathering attracted students…

Transporting attendees into the enchanting world of Harry Potter, the Rotaract Club of the Faculty of Medicine, University Of Colombo, orchestrated a magical evening known as the Yule Ball on November 17th, 2023, held at the University of Colombo – Faculty of Medicine Tower. Filled with the essence of the wizarding realm, this Harry Potter-themed dance night was a spellbinding experience. Participants delved into the spirit of the wizarding world from the very moment they were sorted into houses by the illustrious Sorting Hat.The event featured an array of exciting activities, including Harry Potter-themed games, food, a DJ-led dance night,…

At least 313 Palestinians have been killed and another 1,990 wounded on the 10th of October 2023, the Palestinian Health Ministry in Gaza said. Israel has been carrying out airstrikes targeting Hamas since the group’s resistance against Israel began early on the 7th of October. The ongoing conflict in Palestine is a deeply rooted and complex issue that has garnered international attention for decades. The region, located in the Middle East, has experienced a long history of political, territorial and religious disputes. This article aims to provide an overview of the current situation in Palestine, shedding light on the key…

What is mental health? According to the World Health Organization: “Mental health is a state of mental well-being that enables people to cope with the stresses of life, realize their abilities, learn well and work well, and contribute to their community.” Mental health is a person’s emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how individuals think, feel, and act. It plays a crucial role in every stage of life. Good mental health allows people to cope with daily stressors, form and strengthen healthy relationships and function effectively in their activities. The absence of mental disorders depicts optimistic mental health and…

Global Village 2023 was a colossal success. It proved the existence of singularity, first, by being one rare point in space and time that united the different trajectories Time wandered around at different points of time in history, and secondly by giving life to an unimaginability, an escapism, a fantasy, and a dream. It was more than a dainty slit in the insubstantial barricade separating history from the present. It was a substantial in the insubstantial.Global Village 2023 was a phenomenal celebration of cultures; an extraordinary celebration of human life.AIESEC in University of Moratuwa organized Global Village 2023 to be…

What is evident from the existence of numerous different cultures in the world is that Time, the painter of LIfe, has managed to wander around in different pathways at different points of time in history creating a labyrinth of diverse lifestyles. Then Culture becomes Time’s palette full of colours: stories that have sculpted human life here on earth for thousands of years. The unique individualities of different cultures show how beautiful differences can be, and how those beautiful differences can exist in one shared human race. Global Village 2023 is one rare existent singularity that intends to connect those different…

What is Twitter? Twitter is a social media platform that allows users to post and interact with short messages called “tweets.” Launched in 2006, it quickly became a popular platform for sharing news, opinions, and real-time updates. With a character limit of 280, users can express themselves succinctly and engage with others through following, retweeting, liking, and replying to tweets. Twitter has become a valuable tool for individuals, companies, and organizations to connect with a global audience and stay informed on various subjects, including news, trends, and conversations. How does Twitter work? Twitter is a microblogging platform that allows users…

“No one can understand what life is like for children growing up in conflict. For children to be well, they need to feel safe and loved, and to have their basic needs met. Each airstrike, siege, and grave violation can have serious negative consequences on children’s mental health and well-being, now and for years to come.” Mohammed Abdulkareem Mahdi Taiz,Yemen Recently our Editor-in-Chief, Mr Abdul Thawwab Ishaque interviewed Mr Mohammed Abdulkareem Mahdi a Yemeni, whose hometown is Taiz, a city in Yemen regarding the current situation in Yemen. He spoke about how the problems started and how it is going…