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Basic immunization helps to prevent infectious diseases in toddlers. It increases immunity and reduces morbidity and mortality. However, full basic immunization coverage is low in several areas, including the Darul Imarah Health Center, Aceh Besar. Family support is considered one of the influencing factors. This support can be emotional, informational, instrumental, or appraisal. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between family support and the completeness of basic vaccinations for toddlers in the service area of ​​the Darul Imarah Community Health Center in Aceh Besar. This study used a quantitative cross-sectional design. Using a probability random sampling method, the sample size was 90 respondents out of 817 respondents in the population. The research was conducted from May 5th to 24th, 2025. The study used both bivariate and univariate analyses. The data collection was analyzed using the Chi-Square test. The results showed a relationship between family support and toddler immunization completion, with a P-value of 0.003 (p<0.05). The conclusion indicates a relationship between family support and immunization completion. Therefore, this research provides insight for the family's role in improving basic immunization coverage for toddlers. The findings may help the Darul Imarah Health Center and healthcare workers design strategies for socialization and family support to reach complete immunization targets.

Menarche is the first transitional period marked in women, known as the first menstruation (menarche). During menarche, physical and psychological changes occur, such as anxiety and sadness, due to the physical changes in this period. The changes usually include pubic hair, armpit hair, and breast development. This often happens among elementary school students, including those in SDN Lampeuneurut. This study aims to determine the relationship between parental support and the level of anxiety in girls facing menarche in SDN Lampeuneurut. This research employed a quantitative method with a cross-sectional design. The population consisted of 120 female students in grades 5 and 6 at SDN Lampeueneurut who had not yet experienced menarche. The sample was selected using purposive sampling, resulting in 55 respondents who met the inclusion criteria. This research was conducted from June 18th to 20th, 2025. The instruments used were a parental support questionnaire and the STAI (State Trait Anxiety Inventory) of anxiety questionnaire. The data were analyzed using a bivariate statistical test, the Chi-Square test. The research findings indicated a significant relationship between parental support and the anxiety levels of female students in facing menarche, with a p-value of 0.011 (p-value < 0.05). This study concludes that parental support is related to a decrease in the anxiety levels of girls facing menarche. This study recommends that schools provide basic reproductive health education from an early age, especially regarding menarche, and that parents understand the importance of providing emotional, informational, instrumental, and appreciative support.

Research at Diponegoro University found that 66.7% of 63 respondents experienced neck pain due to using a laptop for more than 4 hours. Prolonged laptop use can negatively impact health from an ergonomic perspective, as the recommended maximum usage is 2 hours per day. However, students often maintain non-ergonomic positions for extended periods. This study aimed to determine the relationship between laptop use and neck pain among Diploma Three Nursing Students at Abulyatama University, Aceh. The research utilized an analytical, cross-sectional design, with a population of 556 students and a sample of 85 students, selected through purposive random sampling. The research was conducted at Abulyatama University from May 15 to June 2, 2025, and data was collected using a questionnaire with a Numeric Rating Scale. Analysis involved both univariate and bivariate methods using the Chi-Square test. The results showed that among 85 respondents, 44 (95.7%) experienced moderate pain, 8 (40.0%) had mild pain, and 8 (42.1%) reported severe pain. Statistical analysis indicated a significant correlation (p=0.000) between laptop use and neck pain. In conclusion, there is a strong relationship between laptop use and complaints of neck pain among university students. The research is expected to raise student awareness about the health risks associated with prolonged and improper laptop use, encourage better posture, and serve as a reference about limiting laptop use and improving ergonomics.

Hypertension is categorized as one of the most widespread chronic non-infectious conditions among the elderly and can heighten the risk of serious complications. A non-pharmacological strategy that may be implemented to manage hypertension is the administration of boiled moringa leaves (Moringa oleifera), which are known among scientific communities for possessing antioxidant agents and potent bioactive molecules that function synergistically in maintaining cardiovascular stability and decreasing arterial pressure. This empirical study sought to examine how far the intake of boiled moringa leaves contributes to reducing blood pressure values in hypertensive older adults living within Meunasah Papeun Village, situated in Krueng Barona Jaya Subdistrict, Aceh Besar District. The statistical evaluation showed a significant p-value of 0.001 (p < 0.05), confirming a substantial effect under a quantitative quasi-experimental approach applying the One Group Pretest-Posttest model. The research sample included 20 participants chosen from a total population of 77 individuals through purposive sampling. The investigation took place from May 27 to June 25. Data were obtained using observation forms, standard operating procedures (SOP) for moringa leaf preparation, and manual sphygmomanometer readings. The findings revealed that prior to the application of treatment, the mean systolic blood pressure reached a level of 193.30 mmHg, whereas following the intervention it displayed a considerable decrease, it fell to 129.75 mmHg. The mean diastolic pressure also exhibited a decrease from 94.00 mmHg, confirming the notable influence of moringa leaf decoction in controlling hypertension. In summary, moringa leaf infusion proved effective in lowering blood pressure among elderly individuals suffering from hypertension. It is recommended that patients regularly consume boiled moringa leaves when experiencing increased blood pressure, that community health services provide education regarding non-pharmacological hypertension management through moringa leaf decoction, and that further research explore this topic with broader variables.

The teenage period is a crucial phase in developing self-esteem and body image, which play a significant role in shaping adolescent character. Adolescent girls often face social pressures related to physical appearance, which impacts on self-perception. This study aims to determine the correlation between body image and students’ self-esteem.  The study was conducted at MTsS Lam Ujong, Krueng Barona Jaya District, Aceh Besar on May 05th, 2025. This study used a quantitative approach with an analytical descriptive design. The sample consisted of 53 students selected by using a total sampling technique. The instruments used were the Multidimensional Body Self Relations Questionnaire (MBRSQ) with Cronbach Alpha 0.774 and the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES) with Cronbach Alpha 0,877. The univariate and bivariate data analysis using the Pearson Chi-Square test. The results showed that most respondents with negative body image had low self-esteem (94.1%), while respondents with positive body image showed variations in self-esteem. The Chi-Square test indicated a p-value of 0.001 (p < 0.05), indicating a significant correlation between body image and self-esteem. These findings indicate a significant correlation between body image and students’ self-esteem. This study suggests that schools and counselling teachers provide psychosocial education and mentoring to help students build a positive body image.

The admission of patients to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) or Intensive Cardiology Care Unit (ICCU) often occurs suddenly and under critical conditions, causing family members to experience psychological pressure such as anxiety, stress, and fear of losing their loved ones. This study aims to analyze the relationship between family knowledge and the level of anxiety among family members of patients treated in the ICU at Meuraxa General Hospital, Banda Aceh. The research employed a quantitative method with a descriptive correlational design and a cross-sectional approach. The population consisted of 114 patient families, with 35 respondents selected through purposive sampling. The instrument used was the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HARS), which demonstrated high reliability (α = 0.897). Data were collected from June 18 to July 5, 2025, and analyzed using univariate and bivariate methods with the chi-square test. The results showed that 19 respondents (54.3%) experienced moderate anxiety, while 14 respondents (40%) had low knowledge regarding ICU/ICCU care. Statistical analysis revealed a p-value of 0.005, indicating a significant relationship between family knowledge and anxiety levels. These findings highlight the importance of healthcare professionals in providing education to family members to improve understanding and help reduce anxiety during the patient’s treatment period in the ICU or ICCU.

This community service aims to increase the knowledge of the community in performing the first treatment of health problems experienced, especially by using warm compresses and cold compresses. The socialisation method uses lectures and questions and answers, power point media, projectors and props. This community service was carried out in collaboration with the Diploma III Nursing Study Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, Abulyatama University in collaboration with Miruk Lam Reudep Village, activities attended by 50 people. The results of the service provide increased knowledge to the community about using compresses in various health cases properly and in accordance with health conditions. The conclusion that this socialisation is very good for dealing with health conditions experienced at that time.