Sampath Bank hosts Health Conference for Sampath Employees

Sampath Bank recently hosted a health conference in reiteration of its efforts to ensure the well-being of its employees. Themed “Unleash the Vigour in You”, the Sampath Health Conference was held in the presence of former Managing Director, Aravinda Perera, along with the participation of over 250 employees from Head Office and multiple branches across the country.

Key speakers who steered the programme included Dr. Priyankara Jayawardana, Resident Physician, National Hospital of Sri Lanka, Dr. Ajith Fernando, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Colombo South Teaching Hospital, Dr. Kosala Muthukumarana, Medical Officer, National Cancer Control Programme and Dr. M Fernando, Lecturer, University of Rajarata. Mr. Aruna Manatunga, Mindfulness Coach and Ms. Shehani Ariyaratne, Registered Dietician / Nutritionist, Nawaloka Hospital too conducted sessions at the conference.

This full-day programme, covered areas such as diabetes, hypertension and high cholesterol, common gynaecological problems, prevention and early detection of common cancers, behaviour modification, meditation for life, dietary requirements for a healthy life style etc. In addition, Team Sampath also performed activities such as dancing, singing and instrumental performances, with the objective of emphasising the positive mindset and healthy lifestyle such activities can bring to one’s life.