http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/12108 2026-04-09T05:33:32Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/12186 Title: RISK FACTORS FOR LEPROSY: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW Authors: Noer Auliyah Madani Pertiwi1, Aisyah; Syahrul, Fariani Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction: In 2021, the global prevalence rate of registered leprosy cases stands was 16.9 cases per one million people, with a case detection rate of 17.83 new cases per one million people. This indicates a 10.2% rise in new cases compared to the previous year. Aims: This study aims to examine the risk factors associated with leprosy. Methods: The inclusion criteria for this study were articles published in the last five years, available in full-text, and written either in Indonesian or English. Articles that were literature reviews, systematic reviews, metaanalyses, or classified as grey literature were excluded. The exclusion criteria were established to determine which studies to include in this study. Results: This study found that leprosy is associated with household density, personal hygiene, history of contacts, ventilation, humidity levels, BCG vaccination history, flooring type, house lighting, temperature, and wall type. Personal hygiene was identified as the primary risk factor for leprosy based on individual characteristics and behaviors, while household density was identified as the most significant risk factor based on the physical environment of the occupants. Therefore, poor personal hygiene and high residential density increase the risk of leprosy. Conclusion: The key risk factors for leprosy include household density and personal hygiene, while a history of BCG vaccination serves as a protective factor. This study provides valuable information for governments and stakeholders to assess healthy household indicators and promote clean and healthy living practices in communities. Keywords: leprosy, risk factors, characteristics, behaviors, physical environment 2024-12-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/12185 Title: HEALTH-SEEKING BEHAVIOR OF TUBERCULOSIS PATIENTS IN BHUBANESWAR, ODISHA, INDIA Authors: Pradhan, Saumyasree; Mohapatra, Barsharani; Jena, Monika; Kund, Nitushree; Nalini Senapati, Nihar; Mohapatra, Amarendra Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction: Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease with a significant global impact, without treatment, the death rate from TB disease is high (about 50%) Aims: The study conducted in Bhubaneswar aimed to assess tuberculosis disease burden, health-seeking behaviour, and to find the gap of non-compliance in the medicine. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among TB patients in UPHCs Sahid Nagar and IRC Village of Bhubaneswar, Odisha. All new adult smear positive PTB patients diagnosed and treated in any of the government health facilities within these block PHC areas between 1 July to 31 September 2023, were identified, traced and interviewed using a pre-tested, semi-structured, coded interview. Results: On drug compliance, it was found that patients in the age group above 50 were compliant with treatment 86.2% by taking medicine regularly then their comparison age groups. Education beyond high school positively impacted compliance (100%), as did dependency status (88.9%). Alcohol addiction was prevalent among 47% of male patients and 11.4% of females, while smoking rates were 33.3% among males and 4.5% among females. Dependents consumed less alcohol (17.5%) than employed (55.8%), and younger patients smoked more (36.4%) than older age groups (31.7%). Noneducated patients smoked more (32.5%) than educated counterparts. Self-employed individuals smoked more (75%) than employed (37.2%). Chi square test highlighted that employment correlated with higher alcohol consumption (55.8%), impacting drug compliance negatively. Conclusion: Elderly patients, females, and those educated beyond high school exhibited better treatment completion rates. The study recommends targeted educational interventions to enhance TB treatment. Keywords: Tuberculosis, Incidence, Symptoms, Communicable Disease, Health-seeking behaviour. 2024-12-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/12184 Title: ANALYSIS OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN EDUCATION AND LEVEL OF ORAL HEALTH KNOWLEDGE IN POSYANDU CADRES Authors: Talenta Theresia, Tiarma; Adinda Cikagri, Alifia; Erri Astoeti, Tri; Goalbertus, Goalbertus Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction: The prevalence of dental caries in West Jakarta was 44.24%, and one of the prevention efforts that could be taken was health promotion. Posyandu cadres are health volunteers selected from the community who voluntarily contribute to improving community health. Posyandu cadres are important as oral health educators in the community; as extension workers, Posyandu cadres must have the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience to be trusted as a source of information; one of the factors that influence participation is knowledge. Aims: This research examines the relationship between education and oral health knowledge among Posyandu Cadres in Kemanggisan District. Method: Analytical observational research was conducted using a cross-sectional design method involving 73 Posyandu cadres. The research was conducted by taking data from the results of questionnaires filled in directly from August – September 2023. Result: Of the 73 respondents, 41.1% had high knowledge, and 58.9% had low knowledge. Subjects who had a high level of education had higher odds of having good knowledge (adjusted OR: 147.93; 95% CI: 3.52 - 6218.85, P = 0.009). Conclusion: The higher the cadre's education, the better their oral health knowledge will be. Keywords: education, oral health knowledge, posyandu cadres 2024-12-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/12183 Title: ENHANCING TUBERCULOSIS CASE FINDING THROUGH SULI SIMULATOR APP: A CASE STUDY IN LUBUKLINGGAU CITY, SOUTH SUMATERA PROVINCE, INDONESIA Authors: Kurniawan, Depit; Adlia Syakurah, Rizma Abstract: ignificant public health challenge and is included as one of the targets in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). TB case finding in Lubuklinggau City decreased from 967 in 2019 to 273 (24,37%) in 2020. Aims: This study aims to analyze the TB disease management program strategy implementation in contact investigation activities by utilizing the SULI SIMULATOR application. Method: A qualitative design with a participatory action research (PAR) approach was employed, involving focus group discussions, in-depth interviews with 36 informants, and document review. Data were validated using triangulation methods and sources, followed by thematic analysis. Result: The findings revealed that, in terms of input, some PHC lacked analysts in their human resources. In terms of process, the successful implementation of the TB disease prevention program, with the application of SULI SIMULATOR for TB contact investigation, led to an increase in the case detection rate (CDR) to 255 cases (22.76%) in 2021 compared to the previous year's 237 patients (21.16%). Conclusion: The active involvement of the community and family is crucial in promoting early detection of TB cases through contact investigation activities, as well as providing support for treatment in family and community-based health efforts. Keywords: tuberculosis, contact investigation, cadres, SULI SIMULATOR application 2024-12-01T00:00:00Z