Family Health Bureau is the central organization of the Ministry of Health responsible for Maternal and Child Health Services in the country. The FHB was established in 1968 and over the years it has strengthened its organizational structure, linkages and capacity to cater to the needs of the country. It has played a key role in expanding MCH services throughout the country in particular to remote rural villages.

 

The achievements Sri Lanka has made in the field of MCH are well recognized throughout the world. FHB, since its inception, has made untiring efforts towards these achievements. As the Director of the FHB I take this opportunity to extend my gratitude to all those who contributed to those achievements. As the Director of the FHB, I take this opportunity to extend my gratitude to all those who contributed to those achievements with commitment, dedication and hard work.

Dr. Chandima Sirithunga

Director Maternal and Child Health