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SRI LANKA NEWS (JANUARY   2025) Compiled by Victor Melder Consultant Paediatrician Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children, Dr. Deepal Perera urged parents to keep their children safe as there was a notable reduction in the number of births in the country. Dr. Perera yesterday (31) said the number of births in Sri Lanka had witnessed a marked reduction. The annual number which was at about 350,000 has dropped to about 250,000 per year. The reduction in the number of deliveries would result in the lessening in the number of school admissions and even impact the paediatric population, he warned. Dr. Perera urged parents to ensure the safety of their children. “The number of diseases affecting children has increased,” he said. “Children now face not only issues such as autism spectrum disorders and dengue, but are also at risk of developing cancer, diabetes, addictions, and experiencing abuse as a result of mobile ...