Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026)
Articles
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Family mentoring on diabetes mellitus dietary patterns using the Pro-DM Application at Kujangsari Primary Health Center, Bandung City
Nandang Jamiat Nugraha Aisyiyah University of Bandung Indonesia , Yayat Hidayat Aisyiyah University of Bandung Indonesia , Siti Nur Aisyiyah University of Bandung Indonesia , Fadilah Restutian Aisyiyah University of Bandung IndonesiaBackground: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a chronic metabolic disease that requires sustainable dietary management. Family involvement is essential to support dietary adherence; however, practical and accessible educational media for families remain limited.
Problem Identification: A needs assessment conducted with Kujangsari Primary Health Center and Prolanis coordinators identified limited family knowledge of diabetic dietary management, inadequate skills in dietary monitoring, and limited use of digital educational media to support self-care.
Methods: This community service programme involved 37 family members of active Prolanis patients with Type 2 DM. The programme was implemented through three mentoring sessions consisting of a pre-test, dietary education using the PRO-DM Application, guidance on Food Record completion, participant monitoring, a post-test, and programme evaluation. Outcomes were evaluated descriptively based on participants’ knowledge, application utilization, and Food Record completion.
Results: Participants’ knowledge of diabetic dietary management increased by 18.9% after the intervention. Most participants (97%) were able to independently use the PRO-DM Application. Although 85% of participants showed low compliance in completing Food Records, the programme successfully introduced a practical digital tool to support family-based dietary education and monitoring.
Conclusion: The programme enhanced participants’ knowledge and strengthened family capacity to support dietary management for individuals with Type 2 DM. The PRO-DM Application demonstrated good feasibility as a community-based educational medium, with continued mentoring recommended to improve dietary recording adherence and promote sustainable diabetes self-management.
Views: 87 Downloads: 61Recognizing heart and blood vessel diseases: Community education and early detection of risk factors using the WHO SEAR-B instrument
Syahrun Universitas Mulawarman Indonesia , Robertus Rebon Universitas Mulawarman Indonesia , Ratih Arum Vatmasari Universitas Mulawarman Indonesia , Septiana Bunga Universitas Mulawarman Indonesia , Aula Fitriani Universitas Mulawarman Indonesia , Olivya Alvani Betriss Universitas Mulawarman Indonesia , Anita Nur Afifah Universitas Mulawarman Indonesia , Maria Yunianti Sulastri Universitas Mulawarman IndonesiaBackground: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain the leading cause of mortality worldwide and represent a major public health challenge in Indonesia. Limited public awareness of cardiovascular risk factors and the lack of routine community-based screening contribute to delayed detection and increased disease burden.
Problem Identification: A community assessment in the working area of Lok Bahu Health Center, Samarinda City, identified insufficient public knowledge of cardiovascular disease prevention and the absence of systematic early detection of cardiovascular risk factors at the community level.
Methods: This community service programme involved 75 community members and was implemented from March to April 2026. The programme consisted of door-to-door cardiovascular risk screening using the WHO SEAR-B instrument, community health education through interactive lectures, discussions, and leaflets at posyandu and community study groups, followed by individual counselling for participants identified as high risk. Programme outcomes were evaluated using descriptive analysis of cardiovascular risk profiles and pre- and post-intervention knowledge assessments.
Results: Community screening identified that 29.3% of participants had moderate to very high cardiovascular risk, while 45.3% showed impaired glucose metabolism, including prediabetes and diabetes. Following the educational intervention, the proportion of participants with good to very good knowledge increased from 25.8% to 83.9%, with the mean knowledge score improving from 55.5 to 91.1.
Conclusion: The community service programme effectively improved public knowledge of cardiovascular disease prevention while facilitating the early identification of individuals at increased cardiovascular risk. Integrating community-based screening with health education has the potential to strengthen preventive efforts, encourage timely referral, and support healthier lifestyle practices within the community.
Views: 168 Downloads: 63Nutricorn Plus: Sweet corn (Zea mays saccharata) milk innovation for stunting prevention in Jenggawah Village
Zaida Mauludiyah Universitas dr. Soebandi Indonesia , Dini Eka Pripuspitasari Universitas dr. Soebandi Indonesia , Artanti Tri Yunilawati Universitas dr. Soebandi Indonesia , Devi Rachma Agustin Universitas dr. Soebandi Indonesia , Devi Rachma Agustin Universitas dr. Soebandi Indonesia , Magdalena Nurmia Amanda Universitas dr. Soebandi Indonesia , Wiwoho Kusumo Nugroho Kadarman Universitas Jember Indonesia , Annisa Azzahrah Universitas Jember Indonesia , Anis Widiastutik Universitas Jember Indonesia , Alfan Yasir Universitas Islam Jember Indonesia , Siti Maisyaroh Universitas Islam Jember IndonesiaBackground: Stunting remains a major public health problem in Indonesia, requiring sustainable nutrition interventions through the utilization of locally available food resources. Sweet corn (Zea mays saccharata), which is rich in essential nutrients, has the potential to be developed into an affordable supplementary food to support stunting prevention in the community.
Problem Identification: A community assessment in Jenggawah Village identified limited knowledge of local food diversification for stunting prevention and inadequate skills among health cadres and mothers of toddlers in processing sweet corn into nutritious and child-friendly food products.
Methods: This community service programme involved health cadres and mothers of toddlers in Jenggawah Village. The programme was implemented through a pre-test, health education on stunting prevention and the nutritional benefits of sweet corn, a practical demonstration of preparing Nutricorn Plus sweet corn milk, followed by a post-test and programme evaluation. Outcomes were evaluated descriptively based on participants’ knowledge improvement, practical skills, and feedback on product acceptability.
Results: Participants’ knowledge of stunting prevention increased by 85% following the educational intervention. Most participants were able to independently prepare Nutricorn Plus and expressed positive perceptions regarding its nutritional value, affordability, and acceptability as a child-friendly supplementary food. The programme also enhanced participants’ confidence in utilizing local food resources for family nutrition.
Conclusion: The community service programme effectively improved participants’ knowledge and practical skills in processing local food for stunting prevention. Nutricorn Plus has the potential to serve as an affordable and nutritious supplementary feeding alternative while promoting community empowerment and sustainable local food utilization.
Views: 97 Downloads: 61Improving health literacy through education on the use of rambusa leaf (Passiflora foetida) herbal medicine for hypertension management among older adults
Lindawati Setyaningrum Pharmacy of Study Program, Faculty of Health Science, Universitas dr. Soebandi, Jember, Jawa Timur, Indonesia Indonesia , Asa Falahi Pharmacy of Study Program, Faculty of Health Science, Universitas dr. Soebandi, Jember, Jawa Timur, Indonesia Indonesia , Anies Rochman Wijayanti Pharmacy of Study Program, Faculty of Health Science, Universitas dr. Soebandi, Jember, Jawa Timur, Indonesia Indonesia , Dewi Rashati Universitas dr. Soebandi Indonesia , Ayu Tri Agustin Medical Laboratory Technology, Faculty of Health Science, Universitas dr. Soebandi, Jember, Jawa Timur, Indonesia Indonesia , Leny Yulia Widiasari Medical Laboratory Technology, Faculty of Health Science, Universitas dr. Soebandi, Jember, Jawa Timur, Indonesia Indonesia , Hartalina Mufidah Universitas dr. Soebandi IndonesiaBackground: Hypertension is one of the most common chronic diseases among older adults and remains a significant public health concern. In Kebonsari Village, limited community awareness of the medicinal potential of locally available rambusa leaves (Passiflora foetida), which contain flavonoids with antihypertensive properties, has hindered their utilization as a complementary herbal remedy.
Problem Identification: A community assessment identified inadequate knowledge of hypertension management and limited practical skills among older adults in utilizing rambusa leaves as a safe and accessible herbal therapy to support blood pressure control.
Methods: This community service programme involved 35 older adults in Kebonsari Village. The programme was implemented through baseline blood pressure screening, health education on hypertension and the benefits of Passiflora foetida, practical training on preparing herbal decoctions, and programme evaluation using participant observations and a satisfaction survey. Programme outcomes were assessed descriptively based on participants’ health awareness, practical skills, and satisfaction.
Results: Baseline screening revealed that 57% of participants had systolic blood pressure exceeding 180 mmHg, indicating the need for community-based intervention. Following the programme, participants demonstrated improved understanding of hypertension management and actively participated in the practical sessions. Overall satisfaction reached 88.6%, with 97.1% of participants reporting that they were very satisfied with the hands-on training.
Conclusion: The community service programme effectively improved participants’ knowledge and practical skills in utilizing Passiflora foetida as a complementary herbal therapy for hypertension management. The programme also demonstrated the potential of community-based health education to promote self-care practices and support healthy ageing among older adults.
Views: 113 Downloads: 47Implementation of the CERDIK programme to prevent primary non-communicable diseases in the community
Trisana Vitaliati Universitas dr. Soebandi Indonesia , Irwina Angelia Silvanasari Universitas dr. Soebandi Indonesia , Nurul Maurida Universitas dr. Soebandi Indonesia , Achmad Ali Basri Universitas dr. Soebandi IndonesiaBackground: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including hypertension, diabetes mellitus, heart disease, and stroke, remain major public health challenges due to their increasing prevalence and contribution to morbidity and mortality. Strengthening primary prevention through healthy lifestyle promotion is essential to reduce modifiable risk factors at the community level.
Problem Identification: A community assessment identified limited family knowledge and awareness regarding NCD risk factors and healthy lifestyle practices. The implementation of the CERDIK programme had not been optimally integrated into family-based health promotion activities, highlighting the need for community empowerment through health education.
Methods: This community service programme targeted families at risk of NCDs through a Family-Centered Nursing approach. The programme was implemented using health education on the CERDIK programme, which promotes regular health check-ups, avoidance of cigarette smoke, regular physical activity, a balanced diet, adequate rest, and stress management. Programme effectiveness was evaluated by comparing participants’ knowledge before and after the educational intervention.
Results: The educational programme improved participants’ knowledge of NCD risk factors and the principles of the CERDIK programme. Families demonstrated a better understanding of healthy lifestyle behaviours and the importance of adopting preventive practices to reduce the risk of NCDs within the household.
Conclusion: The family-based implementation of the CERDIK programme effectively enhanced participants’ knowledge and awareness of NCD prevention. Integrating the Family-Centered Nursing approach into community health education has the potential to strengthen family empowerment, promote healthy behaviours, and support sustainable primary prevention of non-communicable diseases.
Views: 112 Downloads: 75“Ready for adolescence”: A school-based reproductive health education programme on menarche, wet dreams, and puberty for elementary school students
Kustin Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas dr. Soebandi, Jember, Indonesia Indonesia , Ainul Hidayati Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas dr. Soebandi, Jember, Indonesia Indonesia , Yuni Handayani Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas dr. Soebandi, Jember, Indonesia Indonesia , Firda Dwi Anugrah Nursing Professional Education Program, Bhakti Al Qodiri Institute of Health Sciences, Jember, Indonesia Indonesia , Lailatul Rahmawati Faculty of Public Health, Bakti Indonesia University, Banyuwangi, Indonesia Indonesia , Prehatin Trirahayu Ningrum Faculty of Public Health, Universitas Jember, Jember, Indonesia IndonesiaBackground: Elementary school students entering early adolescence experience physical and psychological changes associated with puberty. However, limited knowledge of menarche, wet dreams, and reproductive health may lead to misconceptions, anxiety, and unhealthy practices, highlighting the need for age-appropriate health education.
Problem Identification: A preliminary assessment at SDN Gebang 5 Jember indicated that many upper-grade students had inadequate understanding of puberty-related changes and reproductive health, while access to structured educational programmes on these topics was limited.
Methods: This community service programme involved 60 students from grades IV, V, and VI at SDN Gebang 5 Jember. The programme consisted of a pre-assessment, interactive educational sessions, group discussions, puberty case simulations, question-and-answer activities, and a post-intervention evaluation. Programme outcomes were evaluated using a structured questionnaire to assess participants’ knowledge of menarche, wet dreams, puberty-related changes, and reproductive health.
Results: The programme significantly improved participants’ knowledge of puberty and reproductive health. The proportion of students with good knowledge increased from 20% before the intervention to 80% afterward. The average knowledge score increased from 62.5 to 88.3, while the percentage of correct responses improved from 51.0% to 96.5%, indicating greater readiness to understand and manage pubertal changes.
Conclusion: The community service programme effectively enhanced elementary school students’ knowledge and preparedness for puberty through interactive reproductive health education. Similar school-based educational initiatives are recommended to strengthen adolescents’ health literacy and promote healthy developmental behaviours from an early age.
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