Mothers allege that there is an acute shortage of calcium and vitamins given to expectant mothers and lactating mothers by the offices of medical officers of health. (Sri Lanka Latest News)
They say they have not received calcium tablets and vitamins for several months.
Due to this, mothers say that they have to buy vitamins, calcium and medicines from outside.
In addition to this, HPV is given to girls to prevent cervical cancer. They also mention that the vaccine has not been available for a year.