The Sri Lanka Paediatric Association formed in 1953, progressed to become the Sri Lanka College of Paediatricians (SLCP) in 1996. The SLCP is the apex academic body for child health care in Sri Lanka. It is closely involved in all academic activities with respect to paediatrics and child health care. This includes continuing professional development, formulation of guidelines and postgraduate activities.
In addition, the SLCP helps to refine important statutory provisions on child health issues and advices the Ministry of Health of the Government of Sri Lanka on all aspects of child health.
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