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The health of elementary school-aged children is a crucial phase for physical growth and cognitive development, but the school environment is often vulnerable to the spread of disease due to a lack of understanding of hygiene. This community service activity aims to increase students' awareness of the dangers of germs at SD Negeri Sumberbulu 1 through education on Clean and Healthy Living Behavior (PHBS) with a primary focus on Handwashing with Soap (CTPS). The implementation method is carried out through three stages: preparation and coordination, educational implementation using animated videos and live demonstrations of the 6 steps of CTPS, and the follow-up stage. The results of the activity showed that the use of visual media and icebreakers effectively increased students' enthusiasm and understanding in absorbing the health steps taught. As a form of sustainability, the team coordinated with the school, which then expressed its willingness to integrate the CTPS scheme into the school's daily routine independently. Thus, this program successfully transformed healthy behavior into a permanent school culture to maintain the quality of life for the next generation.

Handwashing with Soap (CTPS) is the activity of cleaning hands using clean, running water and soap to remove dirt, oil, and various germs such as viruses, bacteria, and parasites that may cling to the skin. As one of the most effective, simplest, and most affordable methods of preventing infectious diseases, CTPS is highly important to practice consistently, especially among students at Public Elementary School 283 located in Waitomu Hamlet, Leihitu District, Central Maluku Regency. However, observations indicate that after school activities or playtime, several students still show reluctance to wash their hands, which may be influenced by low awareness, limited understanding of hygiene, insufficient supervision, or the absence of strong daily habits related to cleanliness. This issue reflects the need for more structured hygiene education, continuous reminders, and interactive learning methods to instill good handwashing habits. In addition, improving supporting facilities—such as accessible handwashing stations, adequate soap supply, and visual posters—can motivate students to practice CTPS more regularly. Strengthening CTPS awareness and habits is expected to reduce the risk of disease transmission, foster a healthier school environment, and encourage students to adopt lifelong hygiene practices that benefit both their personal well-being and the wider community.

Cuci Tangan Pakai Sabun (CTPS) adalah cara hidup yang bersih dan sehat yang efektif dalam mencegah penyakit menular, khususnya pada anak usia sekolah. Studi ini menyelidiki bagaimana media video edukasi berdampak pada peningkatan pengetahuan siswa SDN 05 Pancur Batu mengenai CTPS. Metode penelitian menggunakan desain kuantitatif dengan pendekatan one-group pretest-posttest. Sampel penelitian berjumlah 31 responden yang diberikan pretest, intervensi berupa video edukasi CTPS, dan posttest. Hasil analisis menunjukkan terdapat peningkatan skor rata-rata pengetahuan dari 8,13 pada pretest menjadi 8,71 pada posttest. Uji statistik menunjukkan perbedaan signifikan (p-value = 0,001). Analisis N-Gain memperlihatkan sebagian besar siswa berada pada kategori sedang, dengan satu siswa mencapai kategori tinggi. Hasil penelitian ini membuktikan bahwa media video edukasi cukup berhasil untuk meningkatkan pemahaman siswa mengenai CTPS, meskipun diperlukan strategi pendukung lain seperti diskusi dan praktik langsung agar peningkatan lebih merata.

Hand Washing with Soap (CTPS) is a hygienic behavior that plays an important role in preventing the spread of infectious diseases, especially in children. However, in reality, this behavior is still not optimally implemented by elementary school students. One approach that can be used to increase awareness and hygienic behavior is through health promotion media that is interesting and appropriate for the child's age, such as comic media. This study aims to determine the influence of comics as a health promotion medium on improving knowledge, attitudes, and actions of CTPS in students at SD Negeri 149 Palembang. This study applied a pre-experimental design with a one group pretest-posttest design approach involving 90 students of class V. Data were collected through questionnaires to measure knowledge and attitudes and observation sheets to assess actions. Data analysis was carried out using the Paired Sample T-Test to determine the differences before and after the intervention. The results showed a significant increase in the three variables, namely the average knowledge score increased from 3.38 to 5.34, attitude from 20.37 to 30.80, and action from 37.22 to 67.21 after being given comic media. Statistical tests showed a p-value of < 0.001 on all variables, which means there was a significant effect after the intervention. Based on these results, it can be concluded that the use of comic media as a health promotion tool has proven to be effective in increasing knowledge, forming positive attitudes, and encouraging better CTPS actions in elementary school students. This study recommends the use of educational and fun visual media as part of health promotion strategies in the school environment.

Early childhood health is an important aspect that must be maintained consistently, especially in preventing the spread of infectious diseases. One simple but effective way to maintain health is through the habit of washing hands with soap (CTPS) properly. This Community Service (PKM) activity aims to provide education and familiarize children with the correct CTPS behavior at Darma Wanita Persatuan Sidodadi Kindergarten, Taman District, Sidoarjo Regency. The methods used in this activity include interactive counseling, explanation of how to wash hands properly based on WHO steps, and direct practice involving children and teachers. The results of the activity showed an increase in children's understanding of the importance of washing hands and skills in doing CTPS properly. It is hoped that this habit can be continued by the school and parents as part of preventive efforts in maintaining children's health.

The high risk of zoonotic disease transmission in cattle farming environments necessitates effective education to enhance workers' understanding and hygienic behaviors. This study aims to improve workers' awareness and hygienic practices in preventing zoonotic diseases through an outreach program at Manonjaya Farm. The method used is a case study with a qualitative approach, involving semi-structured interviews and direct observation. The educational activities were conducted interactively using posters, lectures, and demonstrations of the six-step Handwashing with Soap (CTPS) technique. The results indicate an increase in workers' understanding of zoonotic risks, particularly bovine tuberculosis, as well as the importance of maintaining barn cleanliness, regular vaccinations, and the use of personal protective equipment. Furthermore, the CTPS practice successfully enhanced workers’ skills and consistency in implementing hygienic behaviors. Supporting strategies such as the installation of educational posters, distribution of vaccination logbooks, and provision of handwashing soap contributed to the sustainability of behavioral changes. These findings affirm the effectiveness of interactive lectures and demonstrations in improving knowledge and preventive measures against zoonotic diseases within farming communities, aligning with the One Health approach.

Background: Diarrhea is a condition in which a person experiences bowel movements more than three times a day with liquid-textured feces, often accompanied by mucus or blood, and occurs more often than usual. The purpose of this study was to determine the determinants of diarrhea in toddlers in the work area of ​​the Paal V Health Center in 2024. This study is a quantitative study using a Cross Sectional approach method. The sample in this study was 167 mothers of toddlers with a purposive sampling technique. The study was conducted from August 2024 to January 2025. The research instrument used a questionnaire and observation sheet. The variables used were CTPS habits, exclusive breastfeeding, visits to integrated health posts, maternal employment status, clean water sources, healthy toilets. Cronbach's results Validity Test Diarrhea incidence (0.404), CTPS habits (0.632), exclusive breastfeeding (0.636), visits to integrated health posts (0.690). The results of the CTPS habit analysis obtained p-value (0.034), exclusive breastfeeding (0.016), visits to integrated health posts (0.107), maternal employment status (0.042), clean water sources (0.154), healthy toilets (1.000). There is a relationship between CTPS habits, exclusive breastfeeding, maternal employment with the incidence of diarrhea in toddlers. There is no relationship between visits to integrated health posts, clean water sources, healthy toilets with the incidence of diarrhea.

Dental health problems and a lack of handwashing with soap remain issues among elementary school students in Desa Sojomerto. This study implemented a Toothbrushing and Handwashing with Soap Movement program to address these problems. Through a series of educational activities and hands-on practice, the program aimed to change students' behaviors towards cleanliness and health. The research results showed a significant increase in toothbrushing frequency, correct handwashing techniques, and students' knowledge of the importance of hygiene.

Preschool aged children have a habit of paying less attention to hand washing behavior, especially in the play environment. The habit of washing hands with soap (CTPS) is still a global concern because people still forget to wash their hands. The focus of CTPS activities is early childhood because they are the ones who will be agents of change in the future. In this activity, hand washing education with soap will be provided to children in the form of counseling indoors and followed by simulations in the field based on the 7 steps for washing hands. Before carrying out the activity, they did not know how to wash their hands with soap properly and correctly. So this activity was considered 100% successful, this was because the children were able to practice washing their hands using soap properly and correctly. Implementation time is October 2023. The aim of this activity is to provide positive information to increase preschool age children's knowledge regarding clean living behavior, especially regarding hand washing, so that children are better able to maintain personal hygiene at school and avoid disease. Activities were carried out for pre-school children at SD IT Insan Qur'ani.

The habit of washing hands with soap (CPTS) is a healthy behavior scientifically proven to prevent the spread of diseases such as diarrhea, Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (ARI), and flu. Washing hands is an act of cleaning hands and fingers using water or other liquids with the aim of making them clean, part of a religious ritual, or for other purposes. School-aged children are vulnerable to various diseases. The habit of children consuming snacks freely, plus children not washing their hands with soap before eating, will result in various diseases. To avoid this, proper counseling regarding CPTS is needed. Counseling was carried out on August 11 2023 for class I & II students at SDN 01 Sukamantri with a total of 75 students. The method used is counseling and demonstration of washing hands with soap through 7 steps for washing hands with soap. After carrying out outreach activities in the form of education and CTPS demonstrations, results were obtained in increasing students' knowledge regarding the material provided. So it can be concluded that this activity can increase their knowledge of good and correct CPTS. This aims to reduce the number of student absences due to illness caused by diseases.  

Covid-19 is an acute respiratory disease caused by a new type of corona virus. This disease first broke out in Wuhan, China and then spread to almost the entire world and caused a global pandemic. The main symptoms of Covid-19 disease include cough, fever and shortness of breath. The Covid-19 pandemic has brought changes to various aspects of life, one of which is social change. One form of social change that occurred amid the Covid-19 pandemic was the birth of a new normal era. This new lifestyle allows all activities to resume but by implementing strict health protocols. This is the government's effort to keep all activities moving but also continue to try to break the chain of transmission of Covid-19. The purpose of this community service is to improve health status and provide education regarding steps to prevent Covid-19 in the school environment. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative method. Based on the program, this activity also appealed to all students, teachers and school principals about Clean and Healthy Lifestyles (PHBS) and Hand Washing with Soap (CTPS), using masks and hand sanitizers. To prevent and anticipate the spread of the Covid-19 virus, public awareness is needed to actively implement PHBS and CTPS.