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Sarifudin Andi Latif
Nursing Study Program, STIKes Amanah Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia
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Optimizing the role of health volunteers in early detection of non-communicable diseases through community nursing education Hijrah Hijrah; Fransisca B. Batticaca; M.Khalid Fredy Saputra; Sarifudin Andi Latif
Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Edukasi Indonesia Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): Volume 2 Number 2 June 2025
Publisher : Edukasi Ilmiah Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61099/jpmei.v2i2.76

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The rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and cardiovascular conditions poses a significant public health challenge, particularly among the productive age population. Early detection is essential to prevent complications and reduce the disease burden. However, limited human resources in primary healthcare often hinder optimal screening efforts. This community service initiative aimed to optimize the role of health volunteers in the early detection of NCDs through community nursing education. The program included participatory training sessions covering educational modules, practical simulations of blood pressure and glucose monitoring, and the development of effective health communication skills. Post-training evaluations significantly improved the volunteers’ knowledge and competencies in conducting independent NCD screenings. The outcomes suggest that community-based educational interventions can empower health volunteers as frontline agents in promotive and preventive healthcare. This model holds promise for sustainable community engagement in NCD control strategies.
MENTALCARE: Community-based adolescent empowerment through mental health education, early screening, and support in makassar city Suprapto Suprapto; Darmi Arda; Sarifudin Andi Latif
Abdimas Polsaka Volume 5 Number 2 September 2026
Publisher : LPPM Politeknik Sandi Karsa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35816/abdimaspolsaka.v5i2.540

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Adolescent mental health problems are increasingly recognized as a major public health concern, particularly because limited mental health literacy, stigma, and inadequate help-seeking behavior may delay early identification and appropriate care. The MENTALCARE program aimed to improve adolescent mental health literacy, strengthen early recognition of psychological problems, promote peer support, and facilitate appropriate referral pathways in Makassar City, Indonesia. The program used a community-based participatory approach with a one-group pretest–posttest evaluation design involving 30 adolescents. Activities included interactive mental health education, discussion, early screening, peer-support strengthening, initial counseling, and referral when further professional assessment was indicated. Educational materials included presentations, modules, infographics, videos, and digital resources, while evaluation focused on changes in mental health literacy and help-seeking knowledge. The mean mental health literacy score increased from 55.5 at pretest to 83.4 at posttest, representing an average improvement of 27.9 points. Participants also gained greater understanding of anxiety and depression symptoms, healthy coping strategies, stigma reduction, peer communication, and available referral pathways. The program benefited community partners by strengthening their capacity to identify adolescents requiring additional support and connect them with appropriate health services. In conclusion, MENTALCARE demonstrates the feasibility of integrating education, early screening, peer support, and referral within a community-based adolescent mental health program. Continued implementation, standardized evaluation, and longer-term follow-up are recommended to strengthen sustainability and assess lasting behavioral and psychological outcomes
Co-Authors Darmi Arda Fransisca B. Batticaca Hijrah Hijrah M.Khalid Fredy Saputra Suprapto Suprapto