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Abstract. Stunting remains a major public health issue in Indonesia, necessitating health promotion and prevention efforts through health education. The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of leaflets in health promotion to prevent stunting in mothers with toddlers. The method used was a literature review with the PRISMA approach, by searching for articles in the Google Scholar, Garuda, PubMed, and Neliti databases using the keywords "stunting," "leaflet," "health promotion," and "health education." Of the 55 articles found, 16 met the inclusion criteria for analysis. The results of the analysis showed that the use of leaflets can improve mothers' understanding and attitudes regarding stunting prevention, including knowledge about balanced nutrition, exclusive breastfeeding, complementary feeding, and the First 1000 Days of Life (HPK). Leaflets were considered practical, easy to understand, and can be used repeatedly as a means of public health education. The conclusion of this study states that leaflets are effective for use in health promotion as a measure to prevent stunting in community nursing practice.

Abstract. Stunting remains a major public health issue in Indonesia, necessitating health promotion and prevention efforts through health education. The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of leaflets in health promotion to prevent stunting in mothers with toddlers. The method used was a literature review with the PRISMA approach, by searching for articles in the Google Scholar, Garuda, PubMed, and Neliti databases using the keywords "stunting," "leaflet," "health promotion," and "health education." Of the 55 articles found, 16 met the inclusion criteria for analysis. The results of the analysis showed that the use of leaflets can improve mothers' understanding and attitudes regarding stunting prevention, including knowledge about balanced nutrition, exclusive breastfeeding, complementary feeding, and the First 1000 Days of Life (HPK). Leaflets were considered practical, easy to understand, and can be used repeatedly as a means of public health education. The conclusion of this study states that leaflets are effective for use in health promotion as a measure to prevent stunting in community nursing practice.

Exclusive breastfeeding is a crucial step in improving infant health, yet it remains under-practiced in Indonesia. This is primarily due to a lack of knowledge and positive attitudes among mothers. Health education using leaflets has become a popular strategy in community-based nursing due to its simplicity and ease of understanding. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of leaflets in improving maternal knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding exclusive breastfeeding. A systematic literature search was conducted using the PRISMA methodology. Data were collected from scientific articles published between 2020 and 2025 that met the inclusion criteria for intervention studies using information leaflets with pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women. Twenty original articles meeting these criteria were analyzed. The results showed that most studies found a significant increase in maternal knowledge after distribution of information leaflets (p < 0.005). Furthermore, improvements in attitudes toward exclusive breastfeeding were observed, although practices varied. Many studies have shown that audiovisual materials are more effective than leaflets, although leaflets are easier to use and distribute. Factors such as social support and infrastructure influence the success of exclusive breastfeeding. This study concluded that leaflets were effective in improving mothers' knowledge and attitudes toward exclusive breastfeeding and remained valuable inhome care, especially when combined with other educational methods

Public health is an important indicator of the success of regional development and the quality of public services. Local governments play a strategic role in the provision of healthcare services through adaptive, effective, and community-oriented policies. This study aims to analyze local government policies in addressing public health issues through a literature review approach. The research method employed a literature study by examining scientific journals, laws and regulations, books, and policy documents related to regional health policies in Indonesia. The findings indicate that regional health policies are influenced by decentralization, fiscal capacity, the quality of governance, and inter-institutional synergy. Policy implementation continues to face several challenges, including limited budgets, low quality of healthcare human resources, unequal access to healthcare services, and weak intersectoral coordination. However, public service innovation and the strengthening of good governance have proven effective in improving healthcare service delivery. This study emphasizes that the success of regional health policies is determined by government commitment, community participation, integration between central and local policies, institutional strengthening, budget optimization, and service innovations based on community needs.

Penggunaan obat yang kurang tepat selama ibadah puasa masih menjadi permasalahan di masyarakat akibat keterbatasan pemahaman mengenai penyesuaian jadwal minum obat. Desa Banjarwati yang terletak di Kecamatan Paciran merupakan wilayah yang masih memerlukan peningkatan edukasi kesehatan, khususnya terkait penggunaan obat saat berpuasa. Kegiatan dilaksanakan pada tanggal 30 Januari 2026 di Apotek Tiara Farma, Desa Banjarwati, Kecamatan Paciran, Kabupaten Lamongan. Metode yang digunakan berupa penyuluhan secara langsung melalui presentasi interaktif, diskusi, serta penggunaan media edukasi berupa leaflet dan poster. Evaluasi dilakukan menggunakan pretest dan posttest untuk mengukur peningkatan pengetahuan peserta. Hasil menunjukkan peningkatan rata-rata nilai pengetahuan dari 72,94 sebelum penyuluhan menjadi 92,94 setelah penyuluhan, dan analisis statistik menunjukkan nilai signifikansi p < 0,001 yang menandakan adanya perbedaan bermakna.

Bullying di lingkungan sekolah merupakan permasalahan yang berdampak pada kesehatan mental dan perkembangan psikososial anak. Tingginya kejadian bullying, baik secara fisik, verbal, maupun digital, menyebabkan siswa merasa tidak aman, mengalami kecemasan, serta penurunan interaksi sosial dan prestasi belajar. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan dan kesadaran siswa mengenai bahaya bullying serta upaya pencegahannya. Metode  pengabdian  yang  dilakukan  berupa  pemberian  penyuluhan  kesehatan menggunakan participatory  action  research (PAR)  dengan  tema “Edukasi Kesehatan Tentang Bullying Pada Anak: “Berani Baik, Bukan Berani Membuli“. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pemahaman siswa tentang bentuk, dampak, dan cara mencegah bullying, serta meningkatnya sikap empati dan keberanian untuk melaporkan kejadian bullying. Selain itu, siswa menjadi lebih mampu mengenali perilaku bullying dan berpartisipasi dalam menciptakan lingkungan sekolah yang aman. Kesimpulannya, kegiatan edukasi melalui pengabdian masyarakat efektif dalam meningkatkan kesadaran dan pengetahuan siswa terkait bullying, sehingga perlu dilakukan secara berkelanjutan sebagai upaya promotif dan preventif dalam menjaga kesehatan mental anak.

Diabetes Mellitus merupakan salah satu penyakit degeneratif dengan prevalensi yang terus meningkat, terutama pada kelompok usia lanjut. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan meningkatkan pengetahuan masyarakat mengenai pencegahan dan pengelolaan diabetes melitus melalui edukasi pola hidup sehat dan pemanfaatan tanaman obat. Kegiatan dilaksanakan di Desa Sambirata dengan sasaran ibu-ibu Posyandu Lansia. Metode yang digunakan meliputi penyuluhan kesehatan, pemeriksaan tekanan darah, pemeriksaan gula darah sewaktu, dan edukasi pemanfaatan tanaman obatantidiabetes. Sebanyak 44 peserta mengikuti kegiatan penyuluhan dan 71 peserta mengikuti pemeriksaan kesehatan. Hasil pemeriksaan menunjukkan 29 peserta mengalami hipertensi, 3 peserta memiliki kadar gula darah di atas normal, dan 50 peserta memiliki faktor risiko diabetes melitus. Kegiatan ini meningkatkan pengetahuan dan kesadaran masyarakat mengenai pentingnya pola hidup sehat serta penggunaan tanaman obat secara rasional dalam pencegahan diabetes melitus.

According to the WHO and the Ministry of Health, hypertension is defined as blood pressure ≥ 140/90 mmHg, consistent with the ESC/ESH guidelines. Hypertension is one of the leading causes of premature death worldwide. Symptoms experienced by patients with hypertension include headaches, sweating, palpitations, snoring, daytime sleepiness, muscle weakness, cramps, and cardiac arrhythmia. Clinical manifestations of hypertensive urgency include elevated blood pressure, severe headache, anxiety, and shortness of breath. Mrs. M, a 68-year-old woman, came to the Samudera Community Health Center complaining of a headache that had worsened approximately 3 days ago. The headache is felt at the back of the head, feeling heavy, and sometimes radiates throughout the entire head. The patient also describes the headache as throbbing. The headache was exacerbated when the patient could not sleep, consumed salty foods, and did not take her medication regularly.  The headache subsides slightly when the patient takes medication and sleeps with their head elevated.  The patient reported that the symptoms were also accompanied by nausea, dizziness, palpitations, and an inability to sleep at night. The patient has been diagnosed with hypertension for approximately 5 years. On physical examination, the patient’s blood pressure was 190/100 mmHg. The patient was advised to adopt a healthy diet by reducing salt intake. The patient was also prescribed the following medications: Captopril 25 mg twice daily, Amlodipine 5 mg once daily, Paracetamol 500 mg three times daily, and Domperidone 10 mg twice daily, to be taken as needed.

The increasing spread of HIV/AIDS in Jayapura City requires immediate and sustainable preventive efforts, particularly through reproductive health education for adolescents. This program aimed to improve adolescents’ understanding of reproductive health, puberty changes, and behaviors that may increase the risk of HIV/AIDS transmission. The activity was conducted for adolescents participating in Sunday School at GKKD Buper Waena, aged between 10 and 15 years. The program was carried out in April 2025 through counseling sessions, question-and-answer activities, and focus group discussions. These approaches were chosen to provide participants with an interactive learning experience while also creating opportunities for them to share their personal experiences and perspectives related to reproductive health. A total of fifty adolescents participated enthusiastically in the activity. During the sessions, participants asked various questions that were answered directly by the speakers to clarify their understanding of reproductive health and risky behaviors. In addition, six focus group discussions were conducted to discuss participants’ personal experiences regarding puberty, friendships, dating, and behaviors such as kissing. The results of the activity indicate that reproductive health education can improve adolescents’ knowledge, awareness, and skills in maintaining personal health and avoiding behaviors that may increase the risk of HIV/AIDS transmission.

Empowering student health unit (UKS) cadres in the areas of eye health and entrepreneurship is crucial for preventing visual impairment and fostering a smart and productive generation. This activity aims to improve the quality of life and future of students through health education, eye health services used in learning, vision care, and entrepreneurship. The benefits of this educational activity include increased understanding of health, particularly regarding visual impairment and its management, preventing visual impairment, and enhancing entrepreneurial knowledge and skills. This community service activity utilizes a participatory educational method, prioritizing a needs-based approach for the target partners, namely junior high school students and, in particular, the UKS cadres. The activity was conducted in stages and divided into several main phases to ensure effective and sustainable transfer of knowledge and skills. The activity was conducted in several main sessions involving all 440 students in grades 7 and 8, including 27 UKS staff. The results of this community service program include increased knowledge of junior high school students about healthy vision, awareness of maintaining near and far vision within normal limits through healthy behaviors in using the sense of sight. Students' understanding of entrepreneurship from outside sources is also enhanced, as students have already received entrepreneurship lessons. However, information provided by outside sources will further strengthen and inspire them to create opportunities that align with their interests and talents. The skills of the Health Unit (UKS) cadres in conducting visual acuity checks independently and with peers are expected to be conducted periodically and routinely every three months, and incidentally if needed or if someone needs it due to complaints of decreased vision. The eye health and entrepreneurship education model can serve as a reference for other schools. It needs to be implemented continuously and in stages, in line with technological developments and the latest health policies.  

Empowering student health unit (UKS) cadres in the areas of eye health and entrepreneurship is crucial for preventing visual impairment and fostering a smart and productive generation. This activity aims to improve the quality of life and future of students through health education, eye health services used in learning, vision care, and entrepreneurship. The benefits of this educational activity include increased understanding of health, particularly regarding visual impairment and its management, preventing visual impairment, and enhancing entrepreneurial knowledge and skills. This community service activity utilizes a participatory educational method, prioritizing a needs-based approach for the target partners, namely junior high school students and, in particular, the UKS cadres. The activity was conducted in stages and divided into several main phases to ensure effective and sustainable transfer of knowledge and skills. The activity was conducted in several main sessions involving all 440 students in grades 7 and 8, including 27 UKS staff. The results of this community service program include increased knowledge of junior high school students about healthy vision, awareness of maintaining near and far vision within normal limits through healthy behaviors in using the sense of sight. Students' understanding of entrepreneurship from outside sources is also enhanced, as students have already received entrepreneurship lessons. However, information provided by outside sources will further strengthen and inspire them to create opportunities that align with their interests and talents. The skills of the Health Unit (UKS) cadres in conducting visual acuity checks independently and with peers are expected to be conducted periodically and routinely every three months, and incidentally if needed or if someone needs it due to complaints of decreased vision. The eye health and entrepreneurship education model can serve as a reference for other schools. It needs to be implemented continuously and in stages, in line with technological developments and the latest health policies.  

Proyek konstruksi Rumah Sakit Perguruan Tinggi Negeri (RSPTN) Universitas X menghasilkan berbagai jenis Limbah B3 dari aktivitas pembangunan, operasional lapangan, dan perawatan peralatan. Limbah tersebut memiliki sifat berbahaya sehingga memerlukan pengelolaan sesuai regulasi untuk mencegah pencemaran dan risiko kesehatan. Studi ini bertujuan mengidentifikasi jenis Limbah B3 yang timbul serta menilai kesesuaian pengelolaannya di Tempat Penyimpanan Sementara (TPS) dengan PP No. 22 Tahun 2021, Permen LH No. 14 Tahun 2013, dan Permen LHK No. 20 Tahun 2020. Limbah yang dihasilkan meliputi oli bekas, cat beserta wadahnya, solar bekas, bahan pelapis kedap air, dan thinner. Pengemasan dan pelabelan sudah sesuai ketentuan, namun fasilitas TPS masih perlu ditingkatkan seperti penutupan bangunan, ketahanan lantai, fasilitas keselamatan, dan kerapian penyimpanan. Pemindahan limbah dilakukan melalui pihak berizin seperti DLH. Secara umum, pengelolaan Limbah B3 cukup baik, tetapi masih diperlukan peningkatan sarana TPS agar lebih aman dan sesuai persyaratan.

The implementation of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is a crucial aspect in construction projects to minimize workplace accidents and improve labor productivity. This internship report aims to evaluate the implementation of the OSH system at PT. X on the RSPTN Universitas X Project. The methods used include field observations, interviews with related personnel, and documentation review. The results indicate that OSH implementation has been carried out through the provision of personal protective equipment (PPE), safety induction programs, installation of safety signs, and routine supervision. However, several violations in PPE usage were still observed. Consistent and continuous OSH implementation is necessary to achieve the zero accident target in the project environment.

The implementation of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is a crucial aspect in construction projects to minimize workplace accidents and improve labor productivity. This internship report aims to evaluate the implementation of the OSH system at PT. X on the RSPTN Universitas X Project. The methods used include field observations, interviews with related personnel, and documentation review. The results indicate that OSH implementation has been carried out through the provision of personal protective equipment (PPE), safety induction programs, installation of safety signs, and routine supervision. However, several violations in PPE usage were still observed. Consistent and continuous OSH implementation is necessary to achieve the zero accident target in the project environment.

Keamanan makanan dan minuman remaja sangat penting untuk kesehatan mereka, terutama mengingat peningkatan konsumsi makanan siap saji dan minuman berpemanis. Ketidaktahuan tentang kandungan gula dan keasaman minuman dapat meningkatkan risiko penyakit apabila dikonsumsi secara berlebihan. Melalui praktikum dan penyuluhan dasar literasi sains, kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan dan kesadaran siswa tentang makanan dan minuman yang aman untuk dikonsumsi. Di SMK Ma'arif NU 2 Ajibarang, kegiatan dilakukan melalui metode penyuluhan interaktif, demonstrasi, dan praktikum untuk mengidentifikasi gula menggunakan reaksi Fehling dan Benedict serta pengujian pH minuman. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan bahwa siswa memahami konsep dasar keamanan pangan; mereka tahu bahwa minuman mengandung gula yang lebih sedikit; dan mereka tahu tingkat keasaman beberapa sampel minuman yang diuji. Sasaran Pembangunan Berkelanjutan (SDGs), terutama SDG 3 tentang kehidupan sehat dan sejahtera, SDG 4 tentang pendidikan berkualitas, dan SDG 12 tentang konsumsi yang bertanggung jawab, akan dilaksanakan melalui kegiatan ini. Selain itu, inisiatif ini sejalan dengan program Asta Cita yang bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kualitas sumber daya manusia melalui pendidikan kesehatan dan sains terapan. Kegiatan ini diharapkan akan membantu siswa menjadi lebih cerdas dalam memilih makanan dan minuman yang sehat dan aman untuk dikonsumsi setiap hari.

Hypertension is a chronic disease whose management is substantially determined by an individual's capacity to access and utilize health-related information. Inadequate health literacy may lead to poor medication adherence and diminished quality of life. This study aimed to examine the association between health literacy, medication adherence, and quality of life among hypertensive patients at Polresta Sleman. An observational analytic quantitative design with a cross-sectional approach was employed, involving 80 respondents selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using the HLS-ID-SF12, MARS-5, and WHOQOL-BREF instruments. Bivariate analysis was conducted using Pearson correlation, while multivariate analysis applied multiple linear regression. Results revealed that health literacy significantly correlated with medication adherence (r = 0.469; p < 0.05) and quality of life (r = 0.447; p < 0.05). Medication adherence also demonstrated a significant correlation with quality of life (r = 0.615; p < 0.05). Simultaneously, both variables accounted for 41.1% of the variance in quality of life (R² = 0.411; p < 0.05). These findings underscore the importance of jointly improving health literacy and medication adherence as an evidence-based strategy to optimize quality of life in hypertensive patients.

Hypertension is a chronic disease whose management is substantially determined by an individual's capacity to access and utilize health-related information. Inadequate health literacy may lead to poor medication adherence and diminished quality of life. This study aimed to examine the association between health literacy, medication adherence, and quality of life among hypertensive patients at Polresta Sleman. An observational analytic quantitative design with a cross-sectional approach was employed, involving 80 respondents selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using the HLS-ID-SF12, MARS-5, and WHOQOL-BREF instruments. Bivariate analysis was conducted using Pearson correlation, while multivariate analysis applied multiple linear regression. Results revealed that health literacy significantly correlated with medication adherence (r = 0.469; p < 0.05) and quality of life (r = 0.447; p < 0.05). Medication adherence also demonstrated a significant correlation with quality of life (r = 0.615; p < 0.05). Simultaneously, both variables accounted for 41.1% of the variance in quality of life (R² = 0.411; p < 0.05). These findings underscore the importance of jointly improving health literacy and medication adherence as an evidence-based strategy to optimize quality of life in hypertensive patients.

Proyek konstruksi Rumah Sakit Perguruan Tinggi Negeri (RSPTN) Universitas X menghasilkan berbagai jenis Limbah B3 dari aktivitas pembangunan, operasional lapangan, dan perawatan peralatan. Limbah tersebut memiliki sifat berbahaya sehingga memerlukan pengelolaan sesuai regulasi untuk mencegah pencemaran dan risiko kesehatan. Studi ini bertujuan mengidentifikasi jenis Limbah B3 yang timbul serta menilai kesesuaian pengelolaannya di Tempat Penyimpanan Sementara (TPS) dengan PP No. 22 Tahun 2021, Permen LH No. 14 Tahun 2013, dan Permen LHK No. 20 Tahun 2020. Limbah yang dihasilkan meliputi oli bekas, cat beserta wadahnya, solar bekas, bahan pelapis kedap air, dan thinner. Pengemasan dan pelabelan sudah sesuai ketentuan, namun fasilitas TPS masih perlu ditingkatkan seperti penutupan bangunan, ketahanan lantai, fasilitas keselamatan, dan kerapian penyimpanan. Pemindahan limbah dilakukan melalui pihak berizin seperti DLH. Secara umum, pengelolaan Limbah B3 cukup baik, tetapi masih diperlukan peningkatan sarana TPS agar lebih aman dan sesuai persyaratan.

Family Medicinal Plants (TOGA) are one form of natural resource utilization that can be used as an alternative traditional medicine as well as an effort to improve public health. Medicinal plants are widely used by the community because they are easy to obtain, relatively safe, and have lower costs compared to modern medical drugs. This study aims to examine the utilization of TOGA plants as an effort to improve the health of the people of Kudu Ganting Village through a literature study approach. The method used was a literature review by examining various scientific sources such as books, journals, and research reports related to family medicinal plants. The results of the study indicate that plants such as ginger, turmeric, lemongrass, temulawak, and betel leaves provide various health benefits, including improving body immunity, treating digestive disorders, and functioning as natural antiseptics. Therefore, the utilization of TOGA plants can serve as an effort to improve community health while also making productive use of home yard land.

This study aims to examine the impact of academic burnout on students’ mental health in the context of hybrid learning through a literature review approach. The rapid transformation of learning systems in higher education, particularly the integration of online and offline methods, has increased academic demands and adaptation challenges for students. This condition potentially triggers academic burnout, which is characterized by emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and decreased academic achievement. This research employs a literature review method by analyzing relevant scientific articles published between 2019-2025 obtained from indexed national journals and open-access sources. The findings indicate that academic burnout is still commonly experienced by students, generally at a moderate level, and has a significant impact on mental health, including increased stress, emotional fatigue, and decreased academic performance. The study also identifies several influencing factors, including internal factors such as self-efficacy and hardiness, as well as external factors such as social support, learning environment, and academic workload. Furthermore, technological developments, particularly Artificial Intelligence, have the potential to be utilized as an early detection and prevention tool for academic burnout. This study implies the importance of developing adaptive learning strategies and psychological interventions to support students’ well-being in hybrid learning environments.