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Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) health is an essential component of adolescents’ well-being and learning performance; however, health literacy related to ENT care among senior high school students remains limited. This community service activity aimed to improve students’ knowledge and basic ENT skills at SMA Negeri 9 Pekanbaru through skill lab–based learning as a school health promotion strategy. The program was conducted through theoretical education covering basic ENT anatomy and common ENT disorders among adolescents, followed by hands-on training in simple ENT examinations using demonstration and direct practice with learning aids. Evaluation was carried out using pre-test and post-test assessments to measure knowledge improvement, as well as direct observation to assess students’ practical skills. The results demonstrated a clear increase in students’ knowledge after the intervention, along with improved ability to perform basic ENT examinations under instructor guidance. Students also showed better understanding of early signs of ENT disorders and appropriate preventive behaviors. Participation and enthusiasm during the activities were high, and most students reported that the program was beneficial and relevant to their daily experiences. This activity also supported the School Health Unit (UKS) program and strengthened collaboration between the school and the university. In conclusion, skill lab–based basic ENT training is an effective promotive and preventive approach to enhancing ENT health literacy and basic clinical skills among senior high school students.

The rapid rise of short-form social media platforms, particularly TikTok, among adolescents has raised concerns regarding excessive use and potential behavioral addiction that may negatively affect mental health and academic functioning. This community engagement program aimed to screen the risk of TikTok addiction among secondary school students in West Jakarta and provide education on healthy digital practices. The program was conducted at one private school in Jelambar, involving 306 students aged 11–18 years. Screening was performed using the TikTok Addiction Scale (TTAS) followed by digital literacy education. A Plan–Do–Check–Action (PDCA) framework was applied to ensure systematic implementation. The mean TTAS score was 39.97 ± 14.24 (range 20–84), indicating diverse levels of TikTok engagement. Female students demonstrated higher scores and wider distribution, suggesting greater vulnerability to excessive social media use. Digital hygiene and screen-time management education enhanced students’ awareness regarding social media addiction risks and appropriate preventive strategies. This program demonstrated the feasibility and effectiveness of TTAS-based screening for early identification of TikTok addiction risk. It highlighted the importance of integrating digital health promotion into school-based mental health programs to support adolescent well-being.

Stunting remains one of the major chronic nutritional problems in Indonesia, including in Oesapa Village, Kelapa Lima District, Kupang City, East Nusa Tenggara Province. This condition is not only caused by inadequate nutritional intake but is also closely related to chronic infections resulting from poor hygiene and sanitation, particularly intestinal parasitic diseases. To reduce the risk of parasitic infections and improve children’s nutritional status, preventive efforts through education and health promotion are essential.This community service activity aimed to increase public awareness and knowledge, especially among parents and caregivers of stunted children, regarding the importance of maintaining hygiene and sanitation to prevent intestinal parasitic diseases. The methods used included participatory approaches such as interactive lectures, group discussions, and practical demonstrations of clean and healthy living behavior (PHBS), food hygiene, clean water management, and household waste disposal. Evaluation was conducted using pre-test and post-test instruments to measure changes in participants’ knowledge.The activities, carried out from May to September 2025 in Oesapa Village, showed a significant improvement in community understanding of hygiene and sanitation practices. Participants demonstrated greater commitment to maintaining environmental cleanliness and adopting healthier daily behaviors. Continuous educational efforts and multisectoral support are needed to help reduce the prevalence of stunting in the region

This Community Service Program (PKM) was implemented at UMKM Wedang Rempah 3 Putri Sukoharjo with the aim of enhancing competitiveness through the application of e-prospek, strengthening digital marketing, and product diversification into ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages. The program employed mentoring, training, and hands-on practice, engaging UMKM actors actively from the planning stage to implementation. The results show that the use of the e-prospek application successfully expanded market access, digital marketing improved promotional effectiveness, and RTD product diversification attracted modern consumers who value practicality and health benefits. Beyond the economic impact of increased sales, the program fostered digital awareness, local leadership, and community independence. Theoretically, these findings reinforce the literature on the significance of digital transformation and product innovation in community-based MSME empowerment. This program is recommended for sustainable development through enhanced digital literacy, stronger local branding, and multi-stakeholder collaboration to establish an adaptive, innovative, and competitive MSME empowerment model.

The increasing intensity of ultraviolet (UV) radiation due to global warming poses serious risks to skin health and has led to a rising market demand for natural-based skincare products. Jabiras Body Scrub is an innovative body care product formulated from guava and brown rice to protect and nourish the skin from UV exposure. This program aims to produce an organic-based skincare product while empowering local farmers as raw material suppliers. The target market includes men and women aged 17 and above across Indonesia, including visiting tourists. Laboratory tests show that each 50-gram package of Jabiras contains 3% vitamin C and 1% antioxidants, which are effective in improving skin condition within two weeks. The product is registered with a Business Identification Number (NIB) and has obtained Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) for its brand and promotional flyer. Marketing strategies are carried out digitally via social media and e-commerce, as well as conventionally through entrepreneurship expos and word of mouth. This initiative has reached its break-even point, with a total of 250 units sold from May to September, generating IDR 9,750,000 in revenue. This activity not only achieved its sales targets but also strengthened the foundation for a sustainable business model that supports local farmers.

Physical activity is body movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure to carry out physical activities. When you are elderly, a degenerative process occurs which can put you at risk of disease and injury resulting in a decline in aspects of your health status. The thing that needs to be considered in this condition is the importance of the quality of life of the elderly in an active and effective manner, one of which is physical activity which is related to physical well-being. Based on the results of a survey in the elderly community, namely Pos Lansia Seruni RW 08, Sumber sub-district, it was found that most of the elderly population has low daily activity. The aim of this community service is to promote physical activity in the elderly so that they can improve their functional abilities independently and efficiently and effectively in everyday life. The method used for counseling is promotional and provides media that can be read and taken home in the form of leaflets containing efforts to promote physical activity in the elderly community in the Banyuanyar community health center area, precisely at the Seruni Elderly Post RW 08, Sumber Village, Surakarta City. The results obtained are that the elderly understand and can apply promotional efforts regarding the importance of physical activity.

Labor pain is a physiological response that occurs due to an increase in catecholamines that interfere with uterine contractions. Labor pain can be overcome with various alternatives. However, the lack of health promotion related to pain relief strategies causes the majority of pregnant women to lack information literacy on how to deal with pain relief during childbirth. This community service activity was carried out in conjunction with the KKN midwifery undergraduate students at STIKes Mitra Husada Medan in Desa Bangun Rejo, Tanjung Morawa District. The main activity program is to provide education to pregnant women who will give birth with counseling about pain relief strategies during childbirth. This community service method adopts action research steps. Evaluating the program using a questionnaire. The results of the community service which was attended by 10 third trimester pregnant women, it turned out that this activity received a good and positive response from pregnant women. Furthermore, the results of the evaluation of this counseling were obtained, 60% of pregnant women could understand and explain the definition of pain relief strategies and the goals of pain relief strategies, 70% of pregnant women could understand and explain the handling of pain relief strategies. It is hoped that village midwives can also provide health education to birth attendants about pain relief strategies that can be implemented.