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This study aimed to evaluate the effect of broiler concentrate-based rations combined with corn and rice bran on the performance of native chickens. A total of four dietary treatments were formulated, namely P1 (100% broiler concentrate), P2 (75% broiler concentrate, 10% corn, 15% rice bran), P3 (50% broiler concentrate, 30% corn, 20% rice bran), and P4 (25% broiler concentrate, 55% corn, 20% rice bran). The parameters observed included feed intake, body weight gain, and feed conversion ratio (FCR). Data were analyzed using analysis of variance (ANOVA), and significant differences among treatments were further tested with Duncan’s New Multiple Range Test (DMRT). The results showed that dietary treatments significantly affected the growth performance of native chickens (P<0.05). Chickens fed diets with higher proportions of broiler concentrate (P1 and P2) exhibited better body weight gain and more efficient feed conversion compared to those receiving lower concentrate levels (P3 and P4). In contrast, increasing corn and rice bran levels tended to increase feed intake but did not proportionally improve body weight gain, resulting in poorer FCR. It can be concluded that native chickens perform optimally when fed rations containing at least 75% broiler concentrate, which provides a balance between growth and feed efficiency.

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic metabolic disease with a continuously increasing global prevalence. Understanding the characteristics of patients is essential for early detection, clinical management, and prevention of complications. Objective: To identify the characteristics of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus at Dukuh Kupang Primary Health Center, Surabaya, based on age, gender, routine check-ups, duration of illness, body mass index (BMI), and complications. Methods: This descriptive observational study employed a cross-sectional approach and was conducted from January to February 2025. A total of 30 respondents were selected using purposive sampling. Data were obtained from medical records and supplemented by questionnaires. Results: Most patients were aged >60 years (57%), female (60%), had a normal BMI (50%), and adhered to routine medical check-ups (97%). The majority had been diagnosed for more than 5 years (53%) and experienced complications (83%), with neuropathy being the most common type (73%). Conclusion: Patients with DM type 2 at Dukuh Kupang Health Center were predominantly elderly, female, had a normal BMI, and experienced neuropathic complications.

The level of anxiety during competition needs to be considered because it can interfere with the athlete's focus, cause difficulty in controlling movements, reduce the quality of the game, and hinder the application of strategies, which overall has a negative impact on athlete performance. This study was motivated by the observation of researchers who found that there were still many athletes experiencing symptoms of anxiety, such as cold sweaty hands and nausea. The research method used was a survey with Nyak Amir's Sport Anxiety Scale (SAS) questionnaire consisting of 22 statement items. The subjects of this study were 20 athletes who had met the criteria and were analyzed using descriptive statistics with Microsoft Excel and SPSS. The results of the research on the anxiety of Dukati Taekwondo Club athletes before the match were in the “rather low” category with an average score of 41.25. However, if analyzed further based on aspects of anxiety, there are differences in anxiety levels in each aspect. The somatic aspect has the highest anxiety with a score of 15.5, showing physical symptoms such as heart palpitations and body trembling. Motor aspects with a score of 14.75, affective with a score of 5.45, and cognitive 5.55 were mostly in the moderate category, reflecting muscle tension, feelings of anxiety, and negative thoughts before competing.  

Stunting, a major public health issue, is often caused by prolonged nutritional deficiencies during early life. Research shows that maternal nutritional status before conception plays a crucial role in child growth outcomes, but this phase is often overlooked in stunting prevention. The pre-pregnancy body mass index (BMI) is a key indicator of maternal nutrition and may influence a child's linear growth. This study aimed to explore the relationship between maternal pre-pregnancy BMI and stunting in children under five years old in the Soasio Primary Health Center, Tidore Islands City. A cross-sectional analytical observational study was conducted with 50 mother-child pairs selected via total sampling. Maternal pre-pregnancy BMI was obtained from health records, while child stunting was assessed using height-for-age or length-for-age Z-scores based on WHO growth standards. Data were analyzed using univariate analysis, Chi-square tests, and logistic regression. The results revealed a significant correlation between maternal pre-pregnancy BMI and child stunting. Children born to underweight mothers were more likely to experience stunting compared to those born to mothers with a normal BMI. No significant correlation was found between overweight or obesity and stunting. The study concludes that maternal undernutrition before pregnancy is strongly linked to stunting and highlights the need for better nutritional screening and interventions for women of reproductive age.

This research analyzes land cover changes in the Langge Sub-watershed, Tapa District, Bone Bolango Regency, over five years from 2019 to 2023. Population growth and increasing land needs are driving significant land use changes. The method used in this study is a quantitative approach with spatial analysis using Sentinel-2 satellite imagery. The analysis results show significant changes in land cover, with water body areas decreasing from 28.50 ha to 21.69 ha, settlements dropping from 55.45 ha to 52.02 ha, and secondary forests experiencing a drastic decline from 462.83 ha to 319.13 ha. Meanwhile, dryland areas increased from 172.24 ha to 227.17 ha, and shrubland experienced a significant increase from 121.07 ha to 247.91 ha. The decline in secondary forest cover is a significant concern because it negatively impacts environmental quality and potentially increases the risk of disasters such as floods and erosion. This research underscores the importance of sustainable management for maintaining ecosystem function and minimizing the negative impacts of land cover change.

This study examines how interactive storybooks can help children aged 7 to 9 years learn about the dangers of excessive sugar consumption in packaged drinks. The book is designed with interactive techniques such as pop-up, pull-the-tab, and lift-the-flap to enhance the effectiveness of learning for children. Each mechanical method is aimed at capturing the children’s attention and delivering an educational message in an engaging and easy-to-understand way. The results show that the pull-the-tab technique was the most commonly used because of its ease of use and effectiveness in illustrating gradual changes. This technique allows children to visually see how excessive sugar consumption affects the body through changes that occur when they pull the tab on the book. Additionally, the use of pop-up and lift-the-flap methods provides a visually and physically engaging experience, which makes children more involved in the learning process. Based on the findings, interactive storybooks have proven to be a highly effective learning tool for educating children about important health issues. Therefore, book developers are encouraged to continue innovating by incorporating various interactive methods, such as adapting the books into digital formats. By doing so, a broader and more effective educational impact can be achieved, allowing children to learn in a fun, interactive, and easily accessible way.

This study analyzes the representation of the meaning of strong women in the main character, Tari, in the film Bolehkah Sekali Saja Ku Menangis using Roland Barthes' semiotic theory. The film emotionally depicts Tari’s life journey, from psychological pressure and harsh treatment within the family to the long process of rediscovering her true identity. Despite emotional wounds, Tari shows resilience and strength to rise. This study aims to identify how the meaning of a strong woman is constructed through cinematic elements such as visuals, dialogues, body expressions, and symbols in the film. Using a qualitative approach with Barthes' semiotic theory, the analysis focuses on the relationship between signs, denotative meaning, and connotative meaning in key scenes. Data was collected through in-depth observation and sign analysis of scenes that portray Tari's struggle, perseverance, and emotional transformation. The findings show that Tari represents a strong woman not only through physical endurance but also emotional resilience, self-empowerment, mental health awareness, and the courage to seek support. The film delivers a message about the importance of mental strength and women's courage in fighting for their rights and freedom. This study is expected to enrich the study of the representation of strong women in the media.

Blood transfusion is a critical medical procedure that requires the blood to be at a temperature close to normal human body temperature, approximately 36– 38°C. Transfusing cold blood can lead to serious complications such as hypothermia, coagulation disorders, and even cardiac arrest. Therefore, a reliable and automated blood warming device is essential to ensure safe transfusions. This study aims to design and modify a Blood Warmer Thawing device based on the Arduino Uno microcontroller as an innovative and cost- effective solution, particularly for healthcare facilities with limited resources. The system integrates a DS18B20 temperature sensor to monitor the temperature of the heating medium in real time, with data displayed on a 20x4 I2C LCD. Users can set the desired temperature via a 4x4 keypad, and the system automatically adjusts the heater performance based on the detected temperature. To enhance safety and operational efficiency, the device is also equipped with a buzzer as a warning indicator when the temperature exceeds the safe threshold, and utilizes a DC motor and cooling fan to maintain proper heat circulation. Test results indicate that the device is capable of maintaining the liquid temperature within the ideal range for blood transfusions, with high stability and fast response to temperature changes. This innovation offers a practical, affordable, and easy-to-implement solution to support effective and safe blood transfusion procedures in various healthcare settings.

This report presents a comprehensive overview of the crucial role of Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID) control systems in maintaining an optimal environment for premature neonates in modern infant incubators. The main focus is directed on the effectiveness of the PID system in regulating vital physiological parameters such as temperature, humidity, and stability of the baby's body temperature, which greatly determine the survival and development of the neonate. The PID control system is proven to be able to provide a fast and accurate response to changes in environmental conditions, thus maintaining parameter stability in real-time. The integration of PID technology with modern incubator devices enables precise automatic setup, supports energy efficiency, and improves patient safety and comfort. The report also discusses various PID tuning methods, such as Ziegler-Nichols and adaptive methods, which are used to improve the performance of the system in the face of environmental dynamics and individual characteristics of infants. Implementation challenges identified include system complexity, need for periodic calibration, and limited technical resources in healthcare facilities. However, continuous innovations in control design and algorithms have driven the evolution of incubator devices to be more intelligent and responsive. Thus, the PID control system plays a central role in supporting neonatal life-support technologies, while representing significant advances in biomedical engineering and intensive care of premature infants.

Teeth and mouth are the first part of the digestive system, where germs and bacteria can enter and cause health problems. Teeth are also part of the body. Tooth decay can affect the health of other body parts, which can disrupt daily activities. Brushing your teeth plays a very important role in preventing the development of bacteria that can cause tooth decay. Therefore, effective educational efforts are needed to care for teeth by brushing your teeth at least twice a day at the right time, in the morning after breakfast and at night before bed. The behavior of eating sticky and sweet foods can affect the occurrence of tooth decay. One method that is considered effective is education that can increase knowledge about how to brush your teeth properly. The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of providing education on how to brush your teeth properly and correctly to increase the knowledge of elementary school children. This study used a quasi-experimental research method (Quasi Experimental Design), a pre-experimental design with a pre-post design Single group that is quantitative. The population in this study was 55 people. The research sample was 35 people using the Slovin formula with a margin of error (0.1). with a significance level of p <0.05.

cesarean section is a delivery technique that involves making an incision in the uterine wall (hysterotomy) through the front abdominal wall (laparotomy). The action of a cesarean section causes a change in the continuity of body tissues that results in pain. This writing aims to apply the provision of lavender aromatherapy as a non-pharmacological nursing intervention at the Islamic Hospital Malahayati Medan, 2nd Floor New Room. This type of writing is a case study using a nursing care approach for a 35-year-old mother diagnosed with post-cesarean section. The intervention provided was the administration of lavender aromatherapy using inhalation methods with a diffuser, by adding 1 cc of lavender essential oil and 10 cc of clean water into the humidifier for 10 – 15 minutes over 3 consecutive days. This was indicated by the patient reporting that pain decreased to a pain scale of 3 from a pain scale of 6. Lavender aromatherapy therapy has proven to be effective as a non-pharmacological therapy in reducing pain intensity after Caesarean section

Consumer protection plays a crucial role in the insurance industry due to the complex, long-term, and trust-based nature of insurance products. Consumers are often in a vulnerable position because of limited access to information and a lack of understanding of policy terms, which increases the risk of losses, especially during claim settlement processes. This study aims to analyze the factors that influence the importance of consumer protection in Indonesia’s insurance sector and to examine the role of the Financial Services Authority (OJK) as the regulatory and supervisory body in financial services. The findings indicate that low financial literacy, information asymmetry, and the dominance of standard contracts are key factors that underscore the need for consumer protection. Meanwhile, OJK plays a strategic role through regulation, supervision, dispute resolution, and financial education for consumers. This study concludes that the effectiveness of consumer protection in the insurance sector depends largely on the synergy between strong regulations, consistent supervision, and improved public awareness of consumer rights.

This study investigates the simultaneous and individual effects of School-Based Management (SBM), principal supervision, transformational leadership, and work culture on the performance of junior high school teachers in Serang City, Indonesia. Against the backdrop of the Merdeka Curriculum and the shift to hybrid learning in the post-pandemic era, the research addresses persistent challenges such as hierarchical school cultures and technological disparities. Employing a quantitative ex post facto approach, data were collected from 316 teachers across public and private schools through structured questionnaires, classroom observations, and document analysis. Multiple linear regression analysis reveals that SBM, principal supervision, transformational leadership, and work culture each have significant and positive impacts on teacher performance, with transformational leadership and work culture exerting the most substantial influence. The results demonstrate that 74% of the variance in teacher performance can be explained by these four organizational factors, underscoring their critical role in shaping pedagogical competence, classroom management, and professional development. The study further highlights the necessity for comprehensive managerial training, the integration of technology in supervisory practices, and the cultivation of collaborative and innovative work cultures. Practical recommendations include enhancing principal leadership capacity, fostering instructional supervision, and investing in digital infrastructure to support sustainable improvements in teacher performance. The findings contribute to the body of knowledge on educational management in Indonesia and offer actionable insights for policymakers, school leaders, and educators aiming to strengthen teacher effectiveness amidst ongoing educational reforms and digital transformation.

This research aims to evaluate the impact of Digital Marketing on Consumer Purchase Intention at beauty clinics in Jakarta, with Consumer Engagement as a mediating variable and Consumer Trust as a moderating variable. The background of this study is the rapid growth of the beauty clinic industry in Jakarta, which is estimated to reach 672 units by 2024, yet the effectiveness of Digital Marketing in influencing purchase decisions remains in question. For the research method, a quantitative approach was used with Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) techniques through AMOS and SPSS 22 software. Data were collected from 330 respondents who are active on social media and have used services from three major beauty clinics in Jakarta: Erha Clinic, Derma Express Clinic, and Impressions Body Care Centre. The findings show that Digital Marketing has a positive and significant influence on Purchase Intention. Consumer Engagement has been shown to significantly mediate the relationship between Digital Marketing and Purchase Intention. Additionally, Consumer Trust has been shown to significantly moderate the relationship between Digital Marketing and Consumer Engagement. These results emphasize that to enhance the effectiveness of Digital Marketing, consumer involvement and trust in the brand are very important factors in supporting purchasing decisions.

Diabetes Mellitus is a metabolic disorder caused by the pancreas failing to produce insulin hormone adequately. Based on the cause, diabetes mellitus is classified into three types, including type 1 DM, type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, and gestational diabetes mellitus. Hyperglycemia can also occur due to food consumed that is not balanced with physical activity carried out so that fat accumulates in the body and causes blood to be unable to enter the body's cells, ultimately increasing blood sugar levels. Signs and symptoms that often appear in Diabetes Mellitus patients are polydipsia (excessive thirst), polyuria (frequent urination due to excessive urine production), polyphagia (quickly feeling hungry even though you eat a lot and want to eat continuously) and weight loss without a clear cause. Symptoms of diabetes mellitus can be controlled by increasing physical activity, following a healthy diet, and getting enough rest. Several studies have proven that bay leaves have the potential as an antidiabetic. This study aims to determine the content of secondary metabolic compounds and the antidiabetic activity of bay leaf extract using α-amylase enzyme inhibition in vitro. This research method uses laboratory experiments. This study uses α-amylase enzyme inhibition to determine the antidiabetic activity contained in bay leaf extract. The method used is DNSA. The results of this study obtained a yield of bay leaf extract of 30%, water content of simplicia of 6.24%, drying loss of simplicia of 5.3%, ash content test of 5.6%, water content test of extract of 6.34%, drying loss test of extract of 7.03%. Bay leaf extract positively contains secondary metabolite compounds, namely saponins, tannins, flavonoids, and alkaloids. The results of IC50 in bay leaf extract of 66.705 ppm are classified as strong antidiabetic. The results of acarbose of 56.818 ppm are classified as strong antidiabetic.

Fine motor skills are the abilities to control small muscles for successful skill performance.  Developing fine motor skills in children is crucial to prepare them for writing upon entering formal education (elementary school). This research aimed to analyze the influence of beading body part pictures on the fine motor skill development of 5-6-year-old children at RA Mawar Ar-Rahman. This study employed a pre-experimental design with a one-group pre-test post-test approach. The population consisted of 38 respondents, with all 38 included in the study using total sampling. The intervention was implemented over four sessions, three days apart, using the Denver Developmental Screening Test II (DDST II), observation sheets, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and beading modules as instruments. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon test. The results showed that before the beading activity, almost half of the respondents (17 respondents, 44.7%) showed developing fine motor skills. After the beading activity, a significantly larger number of respondents (23 respondents, 60.5%) showed very good development. This indicates a significant influence of beading body part pictures on the fine motor skill development of 56-year-old children at RA Mawar Ar-Rahman (p-value 0.001 < α = 0.05). Playing stringing games can develop fine motor skills and optimize children’s development. It looks enjoyable for the children, increases their knowledge, and also encourages them to communicate with one another.

This study aims to evaluate the effect of adding maggot meal (Hermetia Illucens) as a supplementary feed ingredient on the growth performance of Kalasan male chickens during the finisher phase. A total of 100 chickens were used in this study with a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) consisting of 4 treatments and 5 replications, namely P0 (conventional feed without maggot meal), P1 (feed + 5% maggot meal), P2 (feed + 10% maggot meal), and P3 (feed + 15% maggot meal). The observed parameters included feed consumption, body weight gain, and feed conversion ratio (FCR). The results showed that feed consumption increased with the rising proportion of maggot meal, with the highest value recorded in P3 (1081.08 g/bird) and the lowest in P0 (894.04 g/bird). The highest body weight gain was also achieved in P3 (487.96 g/bird), while P0 had the lowest weight gain (410.02 g/bird). However, the best FCR values were obtained in P1 (2.09) and P2 (2.10), indicating more optimal feed efficiency at moderate maggot meal supplementation levels. Therefore, adding maggot meal at a 10% level (P2) is recommended as the most effective option, as it can increase body weight while maintaining balanced feed efficiency.

Introduction: Back pain during pregnancy is a problem that is often experienced by pregnant women and is complex because it involves not only physical changes, but also psychological aspects. Changes in body biomechanics, weight gain, and shifting of the center of gravity due to uterine enlargement are the main factors that trigger pain complaints, especially in the lower back area. This condition can have a negative impact on the quality of life of pregnant women, interfere with daily activities, and even worsen emotional states due to the emergence of anxiety, fear, and stress if not managed properly. Treatment of back pain in pregnant women can be done through safe non-pharmacological methods, one of which is prenatal yoga. Yoga practice for pregnant women has been proven to provide benefits in the form of relaxation, posture improvement, and increased muscle elasticity. One of the effective movements is the Angry Cat Pose because it is able to stretch the back muscles, improve blood circulation, and reduce pressure on the lower spine. Objective: This study aims to analyze the effect  of Angry Cat Pose  exercise on the intensity of back pain in pregnant women in the third trimester. Methods: This study used a quasi-experimental design with a one group pretest-posttest design. The study sample consisted of 31 pregnant women in the third trimester with complaints of back pain who visited the Gunungpati Health Center. The research instrument was in the form of a questionnaire, while the data analysis was carried out using the Wilcoxon test with a significance level of <0.05. Results: The results showed a significant effect of the Angry Cat Pose  exercise on the reduction of back pain in pregnant women in the third trimester with p=0.000. After the intervention, the majority of respondents experienced a decrease in pain to the mild category on a scale of 1–3. Conclusion: The Angry Cat Pose  exercise has been shown to be effective in reducing back pain in third trimester pregnant women, so it can be recommended as a safe, simple, and routine nonpharmacological intervention under the supervision of health workers.

Febrile illnesses can be caused by a wide variety of viruses, bacteria, and other pathogenic microbes, and their production originates from outside the body. These substances, known as exogenous pyrogens, can enter the human system through contaminated water, food, or direct human-to-human transmission. Once inside the body, exogenous pyrogens stimulate the immune system by triggering the release of endogenous pyrogens such as cytokines, which in turn act on the hypothalamus to increase body temperature as a defense mechanism. This physiological response, while protective, can also indicate an underlying infection that may need prompt medical treatment. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2020, the number of fever cases worldwide reached approximately 11–20 million people annually, with an estimated 128,000–161,000 deaths each year due to complications from febrile illnesses (Meirita et al., 2024). The global burden of fever varies by region; for example, in the United States, South America, and Western Europe, the incidence of fever is estimated to reach 4–5% of the population. In contrast, several Asian countries report higher prevalence rates, such as Japan with 6–9%, India with 5–10%, and Guam with 14% (Ulum et al., 2024). These statistics highlight the ongoing public health challenge posed by febrile illnesses, emphasizing the need for improved surveillance, prevention strategies, and treatment protocols worldwide.

Positive social interaction among nursing students can be disrupted by Toxic Friendship and Body Shaming, which affect empathy, communication, and the quality of nursing care in the future. This study aims to analyze the correlation between Body Shaming and Toxic Friendship with social interaction among Nursing Students at Universitas Indonesia Maju in 2025. The research method used was quantitative with a descriptive correlational design and a cross-sectional approach. A cluster sampling technique was applied, involving 82 respondents. Data were collected using social interaction, Body Shaming, and Toxic Friendship questionnaires measured with a 5-point Likert scale. Data analysis was performed using Pearson correlation. The results showed that: (1) the majority of respondents had a moderate level of Body Shaming, with 60 students or 73.2%; (2) the majority of respondents had a high level of Toxic Friendship, with 52 students or 63.4%; (3) there was a significant relationship between Body Shaming and social interaction among Nursing Students at Universitas Indonesia Maju with a p-value of 0.00 < 0.05; and (4) there was a significant relationship between Toxic Friendship and social interaction among Nursing Students at Universitas Indonesia Maju with a p-value of 0.00 < 0.05. The conclusion is that there is a relationship between Body Shaming and Toxic Friendship with social interaction. The study suggests socializing the impacts of Body Shaming and Toxic Friendship.