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Pekan Imunisasi Nasional or The Polio Immunization Week (PIN) program is an important government initiative to eliminate polio in Indonesia. Posyandu cadres play a key role in the implementation of this program, especially in terms of health promotion and increasing immunization coverage. In Lengkong Kulon Village, Pagedangan Sub-district, Tangerang Regency-Banten, health promotion efforts are also carried out by Posyandu Melati 6 cadres to invite the community to participate in the Polio PIN held on 27 May and 16 August 2024, so as to achieve optimal immunization coverage targets. This study used a qualitative descriptive approach. Data were collected through observation and in-depth interviews with Posyandu Melati 6 cadres, community members and local health officials. Observation and analysis of related documents were also conducted to complement the information obtained. The findings show that Posyandu Melati 6 cadres in Lengkong Kulon village have been active in disseminating information about the importance of polio immunization and organizing health education activities. However, there were some challenges, including limited resources, lack of training, and communication barriers with the community. Nonetheless, the proactive involvement of Posyandu cadres and support from village officials, community leaders, village midwives, and the surrounding community, contributed to the increase in immunization coverage.

Pekan Imunisasi Nasional or The Polio Immunization Week (PIN) program is an important government initiative to eliminate polio in Indonesia. Posyandu cadres play a key role in the implementation of this program, especially in terms of health promotion and increasing immunization coverage. In Lengkong Kulon Village, Pagedangan Sub-district, Tangerang Regency-Banten, health promotion efforts are also carried out by Posyandu Melati 6 cadres to invite the community to participate in the Polio PIN held on 27 May and 16 August 2024, so as to achieve optimal immunization coverage targets. This study used a qualitative descriptive approach. Data were collected through observation and in-depth interviews with Posyandu Melati 6 cadres, community members and local health officials. Observation and analysis of related documents were also conducted to complement the information obtained. The findings show that Posyandu Melati 6 cadres in Lengkong Kulon village have been active in disseminating information about the importance of polio immunization and organizing health education activities. However, there were some challenges, including limited resources, lack of training, and communication barriers with the community. Nonetheless, the proactive involvement of Posyandu cadres and support from village officials, community leaders, village midwives, and the surrounding community, contributed to the increase in immunization coverage.

Immunization is an effective way to prevent the spread of diseases and plays a crucial role in addressing health issues. The purpose of this study is to analyze the decline in complete basic immunization coverage in Tuatunu Village, under the Gerunggang Community Health Center. The research uses a descriptive qualitative approach with a case study design, which clearly describes the phenomena in the community. The instruments used include observation guidelines, interview guidelines, and the researcher themselves, supported by a voice recorder from a mobile phone. The study employs methods such as observation, interviews, and documentation. Primary data sources were obtained through direct interviews and field observations. The research location is the Posyandu in Tuatunu Village, within the working area of the Gerunggang Community Health Center. The results of the study identified several factors contributing to the decline in immunization coverage, including socio-cultural factors, family support, and support from health workers, cadres, and community leaders. There is a need for improved services and communication between health workers and the community/Posyandu participants, as well as health promotion related to parents' understanding of the benefits of immunization.