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This study aims to determine the relationship between knowledge of sexually transmitted diseases and external reproductive hygiene practices in women of childbearing age. The research design is a cross-sectional study. Sampling was carried out using non-probability sampling with purposive sampling technique, and the sample size was determined using the Isaac and Michael tables with an error rate of 5% so that a total sample of 32 women of childbearing age was obtained in Liwuto Village, Kokalukuna District, Baubau City from December 2022 to January 2022. The results showed that age characteristics (p = 0.084) had no significant relationship with respondents' knowledge, while education characteristics (p = 0.001) had a substantial relationship with WUS knowledge. While the level of expertise (p-value = 0.001 <α = 0.05) shows a significant connection to external reproductive hygiene practices in WUS. It is hoped that the puskesmas and the health office will continue to improve the provision of health education through counseling on reproductive health.

Herpes zoster (HZ) or shingles is clinically manifested by the reactivation of endogenous latent infection of the varicella zoster virus (VZV) in the dorsal roots of sensory fibers and cranial or autonomic nerve ganglia. This reactivation occurs after the primary infection when decrease of immune system. A case of a 78-year-old patient came with eritematous fluid-filled vesicle, burning pain on the left side of her face. This patient was given non-medical therapy such as education on maintaining hygiene, do not scratching the lesions and 0.9% Nacl compresses on the vesicle area. Medical therapy was given topical and systemic therapy.  

. Children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and acute myeloid leukemia (LMA) undergoing chemotherapy have one of the side effects, namely experiencing mucositis, this is also influenced by oral hygiene. The aim of the study was to determine the relationship between oral hygiene and mucositis in. The design of this study used quantitative research with descriptive analytic, namely cross sectional. The number of samples is 56 respondents with purposive sampling data collection technique. Measuring tools used Oral Hygiene questionnaire and mucositis assessment questionnaire (OAG). The results of the study were the majority of respondents with male sex 60.7%, the length of the chemotherapy period for the majority of respondents was more than 2 years 67.9%, the majority of oral hygiene obtained the most results with sufficient oral hygiene 57.1% and the majority of mucositis obtained mucositis results being 51.8%. Spearman test Rank p value obtained 0.000 so that there is a relationship between Oral Hygiene and Mucositis in cancer children, with a value of r = -0.799 very strong strength with a negative. The results of this study are expected that health workers can apply good oral hygiene for patients undergoing inpatient and outpatient care regarding the importance of good oral hygiene for children with cancer so as not to cause severe mucositis.

Dental and oral hygiene is when there is no dirt and dental caries in the mouth. This is due to the fact that children in schools do not understand the effects of not brushing their teeth which can affect the body's metabolism. Preliminary research at SD Pertiwi showed that some school-age children do not understand the behavior of brushing their teeth. The purpose of this study was to determine how the behavior of brushing teeth at school age at SD Pertiwi. This study was designed to use a quantitative descriptive method. This study involved all students of SD Pertiwi, totaling 89 male and female students, and the sampling technique was random sampling. The research method was a questionnaire, consisting of 18 questions. Univariate analysis was used to analyze the data. The results showed that school-age children at SD Pertiwi Besar had good behavior when brushing their teeth (92.1%) and bad behavior as much as 7.9%.

Personal hygiene merupakan aspek penting dalam kesehatan dan kesejahteraan individu, khususnya bagi anak-anak usia dini seperti siswa Taman Kanak-Kanak (TK). Kurangnya kesadaran dan pengetahuan tentang personal hygiene dapat menyebabkan berbagai masalah kesehatan. Penting dilakukan screening kebutuhan personal hygiene pada siswa TK. Tujuan kegiatan ini adalah meningkatkan kesadaran dan pengetahuan siswa, tentang pentingnya personal hygiene serta membangun kebiasaan kebersihan pribadi yang baik pada siswa TK Aisyiyah Kadipiro I Surakarta. Pada saat kegiatan, mengingat banyaknya jumlah siswa yang akan diperiksa, maka petugas yang terdiri 6 dosen dan 4 mahasiswa dibagi menjadi 3 kelompok kerja dengan pembagian sebagai berikut: 2 mahasiswa mengambil data TB dan BB; sisanya dijadikan 2 kelompok yang bertugas melakukan anamnesis dan pemeriksaan kesehatan. Hasil kegiatan diperoleh data bahwa jumlah siswa yang ikut serta dalam kegiatan adalah 103 siswa dengan rincian hasil sebagai berikut: 1) Kebersihan gigi dan mulut: sebanyak 39 siswa (38%) dalam kondisi gigi bersih (tidak terdapat caries gigi), dan 64 siswa (63%) memiliki caries gigi; 2) Kebersihan telinga: Sebanyak 61 siswa (60%) memiliki telinga bersih tanpa serumen, atau hanya sedikit serumen dan sebanyak 42 siswa (40%) ditemukan banyak kotoran telinga; 3) Kebersihan kuku: sebanyak 77 siswa (75%) kuku bersih dan pendek dan 26 siswa (25%) memiliki kuku kotor atau kuku panjang.

Adolescence experiences physiological, psychosocial, cognitive, moral and sexual development. Physiological changes in adolescence are the result of hormonal activity under the influence of the central nervous system. Physical differences between the sexes are determined on the basis of primary sex characteristics, namely the internal and external organs that carry out reproductive functions, such as the ovaries, uterus, breasts and penis. puberty and fat accumulation) but do not play a direct role in reproduction (Wong, 2015) Leucorrhoea in medical circles is known as leukore or fluor albus, which is discharge from the vagina. Leucorrhoea is a candida yeast infection in female genitalia and is caused by a yeast-like organism, namely candida albicans. Under normal circumstances, the vagina produces a clear, odorless, colorless fluid, the amount is not excessive and is not accompanied by itching. Leucorrhoea is the most common complaint in women. Leucorrhoea can occur under normal circumstances (physiological), but can also be a symptom of a disorder that must be treated (pathological) (Clayton, 2018). The method of carrying out this activity is: education in carrying out proper personal hygiene in adolescents to prevent abnormal vaginal discharge which is characterized by itching, odor, and green color so that it has an impact on infection. This activity began with the preparation of proposals and administration of activities in February 2023.

MS, a 15-year-old boy, ethnic Acehnese, address Paya Bakong with number RM 024395, was taken by his parents to the skin and genital polyclinic at Cut Meutia Hospital on Monday, 10 October 2022. Autoanamnesis was carried out with the elderly, the patient found that the main complaint was reddish spots, scaly, well defined with active lesion edges and central healing, accompanied by itching in the abdominal area, since 2 months ago. A reddish spot appears with white scales the size of a coin on the stomach, the spot gradually grows wider and grows to the size of a palm. Then the spots also appeared on the hands, left leg and left groin. The red spots feel very itchy, especially when sweating and hot air and get better after bathing. According to the patient, itching is not affected by the food consumed every day. The patient only noticed a reddish spot 2 months ago, which prompted him to see a doctor. The patient lives in a dormitory because he attends a boarding school. History of bathing and changing clothes 2 times a day, towels are used alone and the clothes that the patient often uses are shirts and frequent outdoor activities. The patient said that he often sweats profusely, but does not immediately change his clothes. Dermatological status in the lateral abdominal region dextra et sinistra et manus sinistra et inferior extremitas sinistra et cruris sinistra shows hyperpigmented erythematous macule-patches, firm boundaries, multiple, irregular with active edges and central healing, nummular-plaque size, partly covered with medium scale with a white layer. Based on history, physical examination, dermatology, the working diagnosis in this patient is tinea corporis et cruris. Treatment was given oral drug itraconazole 2x100 mg and miconazole cream 15gr 2x1 applied in a thin layer. As well as being given an explanation of the disease, its causes, treatment options, prevention and education for body hygiene, not using clothes towels with other family members.

Menstruation or menstruation is the discharge of blood from the uterus through the vagina which occurs once a month and starts at the age of 12 to 15 years. Usually the menstrual period is between 3 and 7 days. The arrival of the first menstruation is not the same for every teenager. Lack of knowledge about menstruation and dealing with pain during menstruation by young women will have a negative impact on life. Poor menstrual personal hygiene has a major effect on morbidity and complications. Therefore, adolescents must be prepared in terms of knowledge, attitudes and actions towards achieving healthy reproduction. Menstrual hygiene is most likely influenced by the level of knowledge about reproductive health. Stakeholders should further increase public understanding, especially young women, about menstruation by providing education in the form of counseling or other information media so that this information can be reached and accepted by the community, especially young women.

Some factors that affect hand hygiene behavior are internal factors and external factors. The purpose of this study is to determine the relationship between hand hygiene behavior and internal factors such as attitudes and knowledge while external factors such as facility availability. The design of this study uses quantitative methods, namely research related to data and figures. Data analysis using chi-square. Sampling using total sampling. The results of the study found that the relationship between attitudes and good behavior (70.0%) and less attitudes (77.8%), The relationship between knowledge and behavior obtained was high (33.3%) and moderate (40.0%) while the relationship between facility availability was obtained which was good (56.3%) and less (43.8%). The results of the statistical analysis obtained the relationship between attitudes and hand hygiene behavior p = 0.037, the relationship between knowledge and hand hygiene behavior p = 0.245 and the relationship between the availability of facilities with hand hygiene p = 0.073, it can be concluded that there is a significant relationship between hand hygiene behavior and attitudes, knowledge and availability of facilities.

Floods can contaminate water sources and damage sanitation systems, including drinking water systems and basic sanitation facilities such as sewers. If hygiene is compromised, the risk of disease transmission, including diarrhea, can increase significantly. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between hygiene status and the incidence of diarrhea in Pasar 3 Tembung Village, Percut Sei Tuan District, Deli Serdang District. This type of research is a research method with a qualitative descriptive research approach, where data collection techniques include observation, interviews and documentation. The conclusion of this study is that flooding can be an important risk factor that increases the incidence of diarrheal disease. Floods often disrupt waterways and sanitation systems, increasing drinking water and environmental pollution. Pollution of water and food waste can cause the spread of diseases such as diarrhea in the community  

The existence of Political Parties in the unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia (NKRI) cannot be separated from the climate of freedom that existed during the Dutch Colonial Government. Such freedom gives people space to form an organization, including Political Parties. In addition, the existence of Political Parties in the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia is also inseparable from the role of movements that aim to obtain freedom from the Dutch colonial government, also demanding independence. We can see this with the birth of the Parties before Independence. community’s need for drinking water that is of good quality and safe for consumption as well as in line with the development of free markets and competition in the business word, many business actors have set up refill drinking water depots which must comply wiht the Regulation of the Minister of Indonesia Number 43 of the Year 2014 concening Sanitation Hygiene of Drinking Water Depots. The purpose of this study was to determine the performance of the Kupang City Health Office in supervising the quality of refill drinking water depots and to find aut the factors that influencer the performance of the Kupang City Health Office. This research is empirical juridikal in nature, namely capturing the legal provisions that apply and what is happening in this case interviews to obtain an overview of data related to research problems. The sampling method used is purposive sampling, namely by choose informants who are considered knowledgeable and trustworthy to be data sources. The results of this study are the influence of tasks and functions of the health office in supervicing drinking water depots, seen from the large number of depots that do not have official business permits. The peformance of the kupang City Health Office in supervising the quality of refill drinking  water depots is not good enough, and there is still a need for improvement in terms of productivity and also the need for member personnel to be equitablein monitoring activities.

Measures to prevent disease, personal hygiene, choosing food, sanitation, and so on. Should be done with a healthy behavior. In order for the public to understand healthy behavior, it is carried out by applying the Strong Fital Yoga Booklet Scientific Media (Let's Take Care of Physical and Mental Health by Behaving Healthy). The purpose of the Community Service activities is so that PKK cadres in Eretan Kulon Village, Kandanghaur District, Indramayu Regency understand: 1) How to maintain Physical and Mental Health by Behaving Healthy, 2) How to use the Strong Fital Yoga Booklet (Let's Take Care of Physical and Mental Health by Behaving Healthy ), 3) How to educate the public about the importance of maintaining physical and mental health. The method used in PKM activities is carried out through training on the importance of maintaining physical and mental health by healthy behavior as well as explaining how to use the Booklet entitled Strong Fital Yoga with the mentoring model. Results: Availability of supporting media for PKM in the form of a Strong Fital Yoga Booklet, Implementation of training and outreach especially related to the use of a Strong Fital Yoga Booklet. There are HKI documents and reporting. Conclusion: PKM activities run smoothly and there is positive support from partners, Partnerships run well and smoothly and partners are happy to accept the booklet innovation product entitled Yoga Fital Strong. Recommendation: Partners should provide health education to the community both at the Posyandu and outside the Posyandu, paying attention not only to the physical aspect but also to the mental problems, this is because being healthy is not only seen from the physical aspect but also the mental and other aspects.

This community service aims to increase students' awareness and understanding of the importance of clean and healthy life education (PHBS) at Inpres Kuprik Elementary School. PHBS is a concept that involves various healthy habits, such as washing hands, maintaining personal hygiene, and maintaining a clean environment. This service aims to provide socialization to students about PHBS and teach them practical steps to apply it in everyday life. The method used in this service is the delivery of PHBS material through lectures, group discussions, and direct practical activities. Students will be given an understanding of the importance of PHBS and the positive impact they will get if they adopt clean and healthy living habits. The expected results of this service are an increase in students' knowledge about PHBS and a change in behavior that leads to clean and healthy living habits. With this socialization, it is hoped that students will become agents of change who can influence their peers and the community around them to adopt clean and healthy living habits. In addition, this dedication is also expected to increase the participation of educators and parents of students in building a PHBS culture in schools and the surrounding environment. In conclusion, after this service has been done, students of Kuprik Elementary School are having understanding dan implementing the importance of PHBS in daily life.

Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) is the management of hygiene and health for women when they are menstruating. Users of sanitary napkins who are clean, can be changed frequently during menstrual periods, and have access to their disposal, and can access toilets, soap, and water to clean themselves in comfortable conditions with maintained privacy. The purpose of this activity is to provide health education about Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) for Adolescents as the Application of Behavior to Maintain Personal and Environmental Hygiene. This community service method is carried out by holding counseling in the village of Pungka. community service activities (pengabmas) regarding MHM for Adolescents as the Application of Behavior to Maintain Personal and Environmental Hygiene

Patient An A was brought by her parents to the Children's polyclinic at the Lhoksukon Health Center with complaints of itching all over her body since the past 2 weeks. Complaints mainly in the area between the fingers, toes and in the groin area. The patient's mother said that her child complained of itching which felt worse at night. The patient's mother said that this complaint first appeared when her first child came home from the dayah during the school holidays. 3 weeks ago the patient brought his first child to the puskesmas with the same complaint before he returned to the dayah. And now the patient has just brought An A for treatment with the same complaint. From the examination results, HR: 87 x/I, RR: 18 x/I, temperature: 36.5 C. Primary data were obtained through alloanamnesa and physical examination by making home visits, filling out family folders, and filling out patient files. The assessment was carried out based on the initial holistic diagnosis, process and end of the visit both quantitatively and qualitatively. Interventions carried out include education about the causes of scabies to their families, education on environmental sanitation and hygiene and management of the disease and explaining complications that may arise from the patient's disease so that the patient's family maintains personal hygiene and environmental cleanliness.

Educational activities and physical examinations regarding ear canal hygiene and tympanic membrane health have the aim of increasing public knowledge about the importance of maintaining ear hygiene and maintaining the integrity of the tympanic membrane. In this activity, counseling is given to the public to provide a correct understanding of cerumen, proper ear care, and signs of damage to the tympanic membrane. This community service activity was carried out on June 9, 2023 by involving 52 respondents. All respondents attended community counseling and physical examinations. On the results of the physical examination it was found that 3 (5.8%) respondents had a perforated tympanic membrane, and 6 (11.5%) respondents had prop cerumen. The results of this educational activity and physical examination are expected to increase public understanding of the importance of maintaining ear hygiene and maintaining the health of the tympanic membrane. With the right knowledge, it is hoped that people will be able to adopt healthy habits in caring for their own ears and take the necessary precautions to maintain optimal ear health.

High microbial contamination in food is an indicator of hygiene that determines the health of food for consumption. Meatballs are a very popular snack in Majene City. Apart from their delicious taste, meatballs also have a relatively cheap price, so they have always been a popular snack alternative. The high nutritional content in meatballs can be a medium for the growth of bacteria so meatballs can be carriers of disease. The aims of this study were to determine the total number of bacterial contaminants and identify the coliform in meatballs at Majene City. The study used a quantitative descriptive method with a sample of 10 traders. The test carried out was culturing bacteria on NA (Nutrient Agar) media to calculate the total number of microbes in meatballs using the Total Plate Count (TPC) method and EMBA (Eosin Methylene Blue Agar) media to determine the presence of coliform bacteria in the sample then continued with gram staining test. The results of the study showed that 3 samples were found on NA media which had microbial contamination levels exceeding the threshold specified in SNI (Indonesian National Standard) 3818:2014 where the highest amount allowed was 1 × 105 cfu/g. Samples that exceeded the threshold namely sample A was 1.33 × 106 cfu/g; sample C was 1.06 × 105 cfu/g; and sample G was 5.8 × 106 cfu/g. There were 5 samples that tested positive for coliform, namely samples A, B, C, D, and G

Waste problems that have not been resolved so far have also been experienced in the Tanjung Market area, Jember Regency. The waste problems at Tanjung Market are an ineffective management system, the accumulation of waste that is not sorted into one, and the absence of a special party assigned by the market manager to handle and control hygiene problems and waste in the market which causes a lot of waste to be scattered around the market. everywhere. Not only from the traders side but this is also caused by the visitors or buyers at the market, most of them do not have the sensitivity and awareness to be able to dispose of waste in its place. So we need an environmentally sound waste management system with 3R techniques such as converting waste into useful materials efficiently and economically with minimal environmental impact.

Our Community Service Program is about "Creating a Literacy Corner for Developing Potential Early Childhood (PAUD) and Education on Environmental Hygiene and How to Wash Hands Correctly." they do not constantly look at gadgets or cellphones and it is hoped that reading interest in Indonesia can increase again because our reading interest is in the 60th place out of 61 countries about reading interest, which means only 0.0001% or only 1 person who is interested to read therefore the literacy corner program itself can be a breakthrough for young people so that interest in reading does not disappear but instead develops in the future, Then as for our second program where we focus on the cleanliness of the surrounding environment through; Not littering, Cleanliness in terms of dressing, And how to wash hands properly and correctly. Because there are still many people who are not aware or still take it lightly about cleanliness in the surrounding environment, therefore we care about it as well as a form of prevention from disease outbreaks that continue to haunt us all this time.

Suwung Garbage Landfill is the largest landfill in Bali with a land area of 32.48 hectares. Scavengers are a profession that is prone to skin diseases. Previous observational studies concluded that most of scavengers at the landfill had complaints of skin disease which might be caused by the scavengers’ low knowledge of personal hygiene. This community service was carried out in January-February 2023, starting with interview and dialogue with the Suwung Landfill manager, transfer the science and technology, and evaluate the activities. The activities carried out included: counselling on skin diseases and their prevention, socialization of personal protective equipment (PPE), demonstration and exercise 7 steps of hand washing, and providing personal hygiene and PPE assistance. The entire series of activities was attended by 20 scavengers with active participation. The results of posttest using 10 multiple choice questions showed that all participants were able to score more than 70. Through this community service, it is hoped that scavengers will be able to increase their awareness regarding of skin disease and be able to take appropriate precautions