The Epidemiology Unit of the Regional Directorate of Health Services (RDHS), Hambantota, is responsible for the surveillance, prevention, and control of communicable diseases within the district. The unit plays a key role in maintaining public health security through early detection, timely response, and effective management of disease outbreaks.

Its main functions include:

• Conducting disease surveillance and maintaining up-to-date epidemiological data.
• Investigating and controlling communicable disease outbreaks.
• Coordinating immunization and vaccination programs in collaboration with MOH offices.
• Providing technical guidance for field investigations and preventive measures.
• Conducting training programs for health staff on disease prevention and reporting.
• Promoting community awareness on infectious disease control and prevention.

Through continuous monitoring and proactive interventions, the Epidemiology Unit ensures a healthy and resilient community in Hambantota District by minimizing the impact of infectious diseases.