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Systematic Review: Effectiveness of Health Promotion in Preventing Non-Communicable Diseases in the Digital Era Fikriyah Arfina Nainggolan; Agustatius Sitepu; Anna Tirawani Ambarita
JURNAL KESMAS DAN GIZI (JKG) Vol. 8 No. 2 (2026): Jurnal Kesmas dan Gizi (JKG)
Publisher : Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat Institut Kesehatan Medistra Lubuk Pakam

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35451/pma5bs21

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Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading cause of death globally and continue to rise, including in Indonesia. Unhealthy lifestyle changes among the population are a major factor in the rise of NCDs, necessitating effective promotive and preventive strategies. With the advancement of digital technology, health promotion has undergone a transformation through the use of digital media such as mobile health (mHealth), social media, and short message service (SMS). However, the effectiveness of digital health promotion in preventing NCDs still yields mixed results. This study aims to enhance the effectiveness of digital health promotion in preventing NCDs through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach. The research method follows the PRISMA guidelines, with a literature search based on data from Scopus, PubMed, and ScienceDirect for articles published between 2020 and 2025. Inclusion criteria included Scopus-indexed journals discussing digital interventions in health promotion, while articles in the form of opinions, editorials, and studies without empirical data were excluded. A total of 15 articles met the criteria and were analyzed narratively. The results indicate that digital health promotion is consistently effective in increasing public knowledge and awareness regarding NCD prevention. However, its impact on changes in health behavior remains variable. Mobile health (mHealth)-based interventions demonstrated higher effectiveness in increasing physical activity and reducing body mass index (BMI), while SMS-based interventions were shown to improve adherence to healthy eating patterns. In general, digital health promotion has moderate effectiveness in influencing public health behavior. The study’s conclusions indicate that digital health promotion is a promising strategy for NCD prevention, but requires further development—particularly in integrating behavioral change theory, enhancing user engagement, and ensuring equitable access to technology. Future research is recommended to develop more interactive, personalized, and sustainable interventions to enhance the effectiveness of long-term behavioral.
Enhancing Knowledge and Awareness among Vendors in Preventing SO₂ Exposure and Respiratory Disorders in Gas Station Areas Muhammad Syafii; Agustatius Sitepu; Efrata Sembiring; Fadlilah Widyaningsih; Fitri Ramadani Harahap
JURNAL PENGMAS KESTRA (JPK) Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Pengmas Kestra (JPK)
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat (LP2M) Institut Kesehatan Medistra Lubuk Pakam

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35451/hzz9y179

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Air pollution exposure resulting from motor vehicle emissions in the vicinity of gas stations can increase the risk of respiratory disorders among surrounding communities, including vendors who conduct daily activities within these areas. Sulfur dioxide (SO₂) is one of the major air pollutants that may cause respiratory tract irritation, coughing, shortness of breath, and impaired lung function when exposure occurs continuously over a prolonged period. Inadequate awareness regarding the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), particularly face masks, further contributes to the increased risk of adverse health effects among the exposed population. This community service program aimed to enhance the knowledge and awareness of vendors operating around gas stations regarding the health hazards associated with SO₂ exposure and strategies for preventing respiratory disorders. The intervention was implemented through a participatory health education approach, including health counseling sessions, education on proper mask use, mask-wearing demonstrations, interactive discussions, and the distribution of face masks. The results indicated that prior to the intervention, only 12% of participants understood the respiratory health risks associated with SO₂ exposure. Following the educational activities, this proportion increased substantially to 92%. Similarly, only 28% of vendors initially recognized the importance of mask use; however, after receiving education and practical demonstrations, 92% demonstrated an understanding of the importance of wearing masks as a preventive measure. Participants’ awareness of maintaining respiratory health also improved markedly, increasing from 40% before the intervention to 80% after the provision of health education, counseling, and mask-use demonstrations. These findings suggest that participatory health education is effective in improving community knowledge and awareness regarding the prevention of respiratory disorders associated with air pollution exposure. It is recommended that vendors working in gas station areas consistently wear face masks during their daily activities to reduce the risk of SO₂ exposure and protect their respiratory health.
Co-Authors Anna Tirawani Ambarita Efrata Sembiring Fadlilah Widyaningsih Fikriyah Arfina Nainggolan Fitri Ramadani Harahap Muhammad Syafii