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Hypertension in the elderly requires long-term treatment to prevent cardiovascular consequences. Adherence to antihypertensive medication is crucial for blood pressure management. Adherence to antihypertensive medication is a crucial aspect in hypertension management. Poor adherence can lead to uncontrolled blood pressure, thereby increasing the risk of cardiovascular problems, including stroke, myocardial infarction, and heart failure. This study aims to determine the correlation between adherence to antihypertensive medication and blood pressure in the elderly at the Ronggo Husada Primary Inpatient Clinic in Malang. This study used a cross-sectional design. The cohort consisted of 52 geriatric patients with hypertension who consistently visited the Ronggo Husada Primary Inpatient Clinic in Malang. The sample consisted of 40 patients. The sampling method used was purposive sampling. Research factors included medication adherence and blood pressure. Data collection was conducted through a questionnaire. This study was conducted at the Ronggo Husada Primary Inpatient Clinic in Malang on November 6, 2025. Data processing used the Chi-square test. The analysis included univariate and bivariate analyses, using the Chi-square test. The results showed that more than 50% of elderly participants demonstrated moderate adherence to antihypertensive medication (18 individuals (45%). Nearly 50% of elderly participants suffered from stage I hypertension (14 individuals (35%), and stage II hypertension (11 individuals (27.5%). Statistical analysis using the Chi-square test showed a significant correlation between adherence to antihypertensive medication and blood pressure in the elderly, with a p-value of 0.000, which is below the alpha threshold of 0.05 (5%). Elderly individuals who demonstrated strong adherence had better blood pressure regulation compared to those with poor adherence. These results emphasize the importance of adherence to therapy in the management of hypertension in the elderly.    

Hypertension is a major public health problem with an increasing prevalence and is often undetected due to its asymptomatic nature, leading to serious complications if not properly controlled. Low levels of public knowledge and poor adherence to preventive behaviors, routine health checks, and treatment remain significant challenges in hypertension management at the community level. This community service program aimed to improve public knowledge and awareness of hypertension through the implementation of the CERDIK and PATUH approaches. The program employed a community-based promotive and preventive method, including health education, blood pressure screening, and interactive discussion and counseling. The activity was conducted in RW 013, Kapuk Subdistrict, Cengkareng District, involving 60 adult and elderly participants. Knowledge levels were assessed using pre-test and post-test questionnaires and analyzed descriptively. The results demonstrated a substantial improvement in participants’ knowledge after the health education intervention, with the mean knowledge score increasing from 35 before the intervention to 80 after the intervention. In addition, the variation in knowledge levels among participants became more homogeneous following the educational activities. High community enthusiasm and active participation during the program reflected positive acceptance and engagement with the hypertension education initiative. This community service activity confirms that community-based health education using the CERDIK and PATUH approaches is effective as a promotive and preventive strategy to enhance public knowledge of hypertension. Improved knowledge is expected to encourage healthier lifestyle behaviors and greater adherence to hypertension control practices, thereby supporting sustainable and independent blood pressure management within the community.

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and obesity, pose significant health risks for the elderly in Indonesia, including those in Aneuk Paya Village, Lhoknga District, Aceh Besar. These conditions, if left unmanaged, can lead to severe complications, impacting the quality of life of older adults. This community service project aims to improve elderly individuals' understanding of NCDs, as well as their prevention and management, through educational initiatives carried out at the Integrated Health Post (Posbindu). The activities involved interactive counseling sessions, health assessments including blood pressure monitoring, and measurements of body weight, height, waist circumference, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels. The community service event, conducted on July 22, 2025, revealed a significant improvement in the elderly participants’ knowledge about NCDs. Notably, 83% of the participants gained a better understanding of the prevention of NCDs, while 70% reported improved knowledge regarding blood sugar and blood pressure management. Moreover, there was a noticeable increase in the number of elderly individuals attending regular Posbindu visits, which suggests a growing commitment to managing their health. Health education through Posbindu has proven to be an effective tool in raising awareness and changing health behaviors among the elderly, helping to prevent NCD complications. The project demonstrates the pivotal role of Posbindu not only in promoting NCD prevention but also in providing continuous support to the elderly in managing their health, ultimately enhancing their quality of life. This initiative highlights the importance of local health programs in addressing the growing prevalence of NCDs in elderly populations and emphasizes the need for further community-based health interventions.

Hypertension is a common health problem in the elderly that is often unrealized, so it requires effective education to improve blood pressure management. This study aims to determine the effect of DASH diet education on knowledge and compliance with blood pressure control in hypertensive elderly at the Surabaya Elderly Posyandu. A quasi-experimental method with a pretest-posttest design and a control group involved 40 elderly hypertensive respondents who were divided into intervention and control groups. The intervention group received DASH diet education through counseling, leaflets, and 1x/week discussions for 4 weeks. Results showed a significant improvement in p=0.000 knowledge and p=0.000 blood pressure control adherence in the intervention group, while the control group showed no significant change. Systolic and diastolic blood pressure in the intervention group also decreased significantly (158.2/94.3 to 139.7/84.5 mmHg), with 55% of respondents achieving normal blood pressure, compared to 10% in the control group. Conclusion: DASH diet education is effective in improving knowledge, compliance, and controlling blood pressure in hypertensive elderly. Similar educational programs are recommended to be implemented continuously in primary health services for more optimal hypertension management.

Masalah kesehatan internasional adalah hipertensi, penyebab utama gagal ginjal, stroke, dan penyakit jantung. Diperkirakan 34,1% orang di Indonesia menderita hipertensi, dan sebagian besar dari mereka tidak mendapatkan pengobatan. Meskipun Puskesmas Welahan 1 menangani hipertensi, pasien sering mengalami kesulitan mengontrol tekanan darah mereka karena berbagai macam obat yang tersedia. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui seberapa efektif terapi monoterapi dan kombinasi untuk mencapai target tekanan darah pasien hipertensi di Puskesmas Welahan 1 dan bagaimana berbagai obat mempengaruhi kontrol tekanan darah. Data dari 60 pasien hipertensi yang memenuhi kriteria inklusi dianalisis selama tiga bulan menggunakan pendekatan cross-sectional. Digunakan statistik inferensial dan deskriptif, seperti uji chi-square. Tidak ada korelasi signifikan antara kontrol tekanan darah sistolik dan diastolik dan jenis terapi obat (p > 0,05). Namun, pasien yang menerima amlodipine atau amlodipine + captopril lebih mampu mengontrol tekanan darah mereka, dengan rasio kemungkinan 0,857 untuk tekanan sistolik dan 6,429 untuk tekanan diastolik, masing-masing.  Hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa terapi kombinasi mungkin membantu mengontrol tekanan darah diastolik, meskipun jenis obat tidak mempengaruhi tekanan darah secara langsung

Hypertension in pregnant women is a health issue that needs to be properly addressed to prevent complications. This study aims to compare the effectiveness of consuming boiled sweet potatoes and banana juice in controlling hypertension in pregnant women at Bojonggede Health Center in 2024. The method used was a case study. Respondent 1 was given 300 grams of boiled sweet potatoes and 10 mg of nifedipine for seven days, while Respondent 2 was given 200 ml of banana juice and 10 mg of nifedipine with the same procedure. Blood pressure measurements were taken on the first and seventh days. The results showed that in the boiled sweet potato respondent, blood pressure decreased from 150/100 mmHg to 140/100 mmHg, while in the banana juice respondent, the reduction was more significant, from 150/100 mmHg to 130/90 mmHg. These findings indicate that banana juice is more effective in reducing blood pressure in hypertensive pregnant women compared to boiled sweet potatoes, making it a potential alternative in hypertension management.