<![CDATA[Dermatitis is a common skin condition that can be influenced by personal hygiene practices. Poor personal hygiene may increase the risk of dermatitis due to exposure to microorganisms and irritants. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between personal hygiene and the incidence of dermatitis among community members in the working area of Kawatuna Public Health Center. This quantitative study used a cross-sectional design. The study population consisted of 2,490 community members who visited Kawatuna Public Health Center during the previous three months. A total of 67 respondents were selected using accidental sampling. Data were collected using a personal hygiene questionnaire and medical records to identify dermatitis cases. The data were analyzed using univariate and bivariate analyses, with Fisher’s exact test applied at a significance level of p < 0.05. The results showed that 50 respondents (74.6%) had poor personal hygiene, while 17 respondents (25.4%) had good personal hygiene. In addition, 63 respondents (94.0%) had dermatitis, while 4 respondents (6.0%) did not. Fisher’s exact test revealed a significant relationship between personal hygiene and the incidence of dermatitis (p = 0.003; p < 0.05). In conclusion, personal hygiene was significantly associated with the incidence of dermatitis among community members in the working area of Kawatuna Public Health Center. Improving community education on proper personal hygiene practices may help prevent dermatitis.]]>
