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Microbial Content Test on Sliced Papaya in Area of Universitas Sumatera Utara Lubis, Nenni Dwi Aprianti; Amelia, Sri; Balatif, Ridwan
Journal of Saintech Transfer Vol. 3 No. 2 (2020): Journal of Saintech Transfer
Publisher : Talenta Publisher Universitas Sumatera Utara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32734/jst.v3i2.3967

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Papaya is a fruit that is often consumed in Indonesia and has increased consumption from 2015-2016 based on SUSENAS 2016. Papaya has high water content (85-90%) and the pH is near neutral. This makes papaya vulnerable and suitable medium for the growth of pathogenic microbes. The presence of pathogenic microbes in papaya can cause health problems for those who consumed them. Objectives this study was to observe the microbial content of sliced papaya in the Universitas Sumatera Utara. Method this research was carried out by conducting laboratory tests and the results obtained in the form of a description of microbial content in papaya cut samples. The content of coliform microbes in sliced papaya was tested using the Most Probable Number (MPN) method and biochemical identification. Papaya samples were selected using total sampling method from the University of Sumatera Utara. Results A total of 14 sliced papaya samples were analysed in this study. By using the MPN test it was found that all papaya samples had a microbial threshold exceeding those determined by SNI 7388: 2009 which is below <20 / g. A total of 9 papaya samples (64.28%) contained Klebsiella sp. bacteria, 5 samples (35.72%) contained E.coli bacteria. Conclusions Bacteria found in this study were Escherichia coli and Klebsiella sp. The presence of microbial content in the sliced papaya sample that exceeds the threshold must be a concern of various parties in the surveillance of snacks being sold.
The Relationship between Changes in Nutrition Status and Length of Hospitalization in Patients in Department of Internal Medicine at University of Sumatera Utara Hospital Lubis, Nenni Dwi Aprianti; Sianturi, Chaca Theresia; Balatif, Ridwan
Buletin Farmatera Vol 6, No 1 (2021)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30596/bf.v6i1.4446

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The nutritional status of patients is one factor that influences the length of stay. This study is an analytic study with a cross-sectional design aiming to observe nutritional status, length of treatment, and the relationship between the two variables. The population in this study were patients aged 19-64 years who were treated in the Internal Medicine KSM at USU Hospital in the period August to October 2019. 52 patients were the study samples, with consecutive sampling as the sample selection technique used. We collected research data as nutritional status and length of stay through anthropometric measurements and structured interviews. We distinguish nutritional status based on Body Mass Index (BMI) and Subjective Global Assessment (SGA). The results showed 34 patients (65.4%) based on BMI values decreased nutritional status from 21.473.79 to 21.183.83 Kg /m2. Based on SGA, 32 patients (61.5%) experienced a decrease in score. The mean treatment period was 5.021.36 days. From the chi-square test results, it is known that changes in nutritional status based on BMI have a significant relationship to the length of stay with a p-value 0.05.
HIV Infection: What Should We Know? Balatif, Ridwan
Journal of Endocrinology, Tropical Medicine, and Infectious Disease (JETROMI) Vol. 2 No. 1 (2020): Journal of Endocrinology, Tropical Medicine, and Infectiouse Disease (JETROMI)
Publisher : TALENTA Publisher, Universitas Sumatera Utara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (1335.098 KB) | DOI: 10.32734/jetromi.v2i1.2038

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Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) was first known in 1981 in homosexual groups who had opportunistic infections and malignancies. In Indonesia the first AIDS case was reported in 1987 to a Dutch citizen living in the province of Bali. Cases of HIV infection in Indonesia are reported to increase every year and most occur at the age of 25-49 years. HIV transmission is not easily transmitted, even when an HIV-infected person takes antiretroviral drugs can reduce the risk of transmission by up to 96%. But one of the biggest challenges in managing HIV infection is facing stigma and discrimination. As many as 1 in 5 people living with HIV are afraid to come to the clinic because they will experience discrimination and stigma from the community if this condition occurs will cause treatment delay until PLWHA (People living with HIV/AIDS) will fall to the AIDS stage and PLWHA will be susceptible to opportunistic infections. A clinic in Namibia, when stigma and discrimination were successfully overcome, there was a 20% reduction in mortality in PLWHA
Tinjauan Literatur Terkini: Peranan Konsumsi Teh terhadap Penyakit Hipertensi: Recent Literature Review: The Effects of Tea Consumption on Hypertension Balatif, Ridwan; Lubis, Nenni Dwi Aprianti
Amerta Nutrition Vol. 8 No. 3 (2024): AMERTA NUTRITION (Bilingual Edition)
Publisher : Universitas Airlangga

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/amnt.v8i3.2024.468-479

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Background: In Indonesia, the prevalence of hypertension was found to increase from 25.8% (2013) to 34.1% (2018). In additon, patients with this medical condition are generally required to adhere to lifelong anti-hypertensive drugs for blood pressure control. However, recent studies have suggested the use of tea containing active compounds Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), which can lower blood pressure. Objectives: This study aimed to provide an overview of active compounds in tea with the potential to lower blood pressure. Methods: The data used were obtained from sources related to randomized controlled clinical trials searched through the Pubmed page in the 2017-2022 period, with various keywords such as tea, blood pressure, and hypertension. Discussions: Out of 35 studies reviewed, a total of 9 were obtained from the literature search. The results showed that EGCG in capsule form with a dose range of 75-300 mg could reduce blood pressure significantly, as observed in studies with capsules containing anthocyanins and polyphenols. Although 4 studies used tea beverages as intervention materials, there was no significant decrease in blood pressure. Furthermore, 2 studies showed a significant variation due to differences in the levels of active compounds and the presence of caffeine in tea, which affected blood pressure measurements. Conclusions: The use of active compounds in tea, particularly EGCG, in recent clinical trials on blood pressure regulation has shown a significant reduction in hypertension. Therefore, exploiting the potential of EGCG in a larger sample size could serve as a promising avenue for future studies.
an Urgent Call for Suicide Prevention in Indonesia: The Clinicians’ Role in Preventing Suicide Alshafiera Azayyana Mawadhani Sukma; Adi Winata; Balatif, Ridwan
Jurnal Psikiatri Surabaya Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): November
Publisher : Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Airlangga

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/jps.v13i2.56307

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Introduction: Since suicide is a complicated matter, multiple sectors must be involved. Globally, there were 703,000 suicide cases in 2019. Over the past three years, there has been a rise in suicide instances in Indonesia. Treating those who are at risk of suicide is difficult since suicide situations, like mental health illnesses, continue to carry stigma. To provide a statistical overview of suicide cases and the role of clinicians in preventing suicide cases. Methods: Searching for statistical data in Indonesia, we used Pubmed with the keyword “statistics”, “suicide”, “Indonesia”. Searching for data regarding risk factors and prevention of suicide, we also used Pubmed with the keywords “risk factor”, “prevention”, “screening”, “suicide”. Results: Globally, in 2019 the average rate of suicide cases was around 9.0 cases per 100,000 population. In Indonesia, exact data regarding the prevalence of suicide cases is still unknown. A person committing suicide can be caused by many factors such as previous mental disorders, relationship conflicts, legal problems, violence, financial problems, social exclusion, and low socioeconomic status. In addition to providing appropriate management, a clinician must provide education and outreach to the public regarding warning signs and risk factors for suicide, restrictions on tools for suicide, screening, and also remind every patient, especially patients with mental disorders, to continue to pray to be given health. Conclusion: A clinician has a role ranging from education and related outreach, screening, and also pharmacological and non-pharmacological management of someone at risk of suicide
A Review of the Therapeutic Effects of Garlic in Lowering Blood Pressure: A Comprehensive Analysis of Recent Mechanisms and Existing Clinical Data Hamdi, Ibnati Amira; Panggabean, Ridha Inayah; Theresa, Cindy Calista; Nainggolan, Bahagia Willibrordus Maria; Balatif, Ridwan
Biomedical Journal of Indonesia Vol. 11 No. 1 (2025): Vol 11, No 1, 2025
Publisher : Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Sriwijaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32539/bji.v11i1.211

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Hypertension is a medical condition characterized by an elevation in systolic blood pressure equal to or greater than 140 mmHg and/or diastolic blood pressure equal to or greater than 90 mmHg. Hypertension elevates the likelihood of developing cerebrovascular disease and mortality. The administration of conventional antihypertensive drugs frequently leads to the occurrence of adverse effects. Moreover, a significant proportion of the population in developing nations, approximately 70%, currently favors the utilization of herbal remedies as opposed to conventional pharmaceuticals. Garlic is a herbal plant known for its antihypertensive properties. This review specifically examines the current mechanisms by which garlic acts as an antihypertensive, and presents the clinical evidence available to date regarding garlic's effectiveness in lowering blood pressure. The present mechanism by which garlic acts as an antihypertensive agent involves its anti-inflammatory, vasorelaxant, antioxidant, anti-apoptotic effects, enhancement of microbiota activities, and improvement of heart function. The antihypertensive effect of garlic is derived from its organosulfur content. Based on multiple clinical trials, the majority of studies have found that administering interventions in the form of capsules containing garlic or aged black garlic extract leads to a decrease in blood pressure. Garlic has anti-hypertensive effects, especially in the form of aged black garlic extract.
Empowering school citizens in behavior clean and healthy life through school health business Hutagalung, Haflin Soraya; Amelia, Sri; Panggabean, Merina; Yosi, Ariyati; Balatif, Ridwan
ABDIMAS TALENTA: Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat Vol. 5 No. 1 (2020): ABDIMAS TALENTA : Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat
Publisher : Talenta Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (498.991 KB) | DOI: 10.32734/abdimastalenta.v5i1.4025

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One of the most problematic things faced by Indonesians is health issue, especially for school-age children. The cases which is occurred are behavioural disorder, the development of physiological disorder, learning disabilities, and general health problem, occur frequently in children. School Public Health is a place to promote Healthy and Clean Living Behaviour for school-age children. The community service team which consists of lecturer from Medical Faculty of Universitas Sumatera Utara do counseling and training activity in Susuk Village, Tiganderket sub-district, Karo disctrict. This activity was followed by 72 students, consisting of 18 students from grade 4, 33 students from grade 5, and 21 students from grade 6. Besides counseling and training activity, students was given a questionnaire form to measure their knowledge. From the answer of questionnaire, it was obtained that the respondent having good knowledge is 53 students (73,6%), 23,6% having moderate knowledge, and 2,8% having low knowledge.
Cigarettes and Its Effects on Health Balatif, Ridwan
SCRIPTA SCORE Scientific Medical Journal Vol. 2 No. 1 (2020): SCRIPTA SCORE Scientific Medical Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32734/scripta.v2i1.1246

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Background: One of the biggest challenges in the world of health is the problem of smoking. In 2018, there was an increase in smokers at the age of 10-18 years by 9.1% compared to 2013, which was 7.2%. It is feared that the increasing number of smokers at a young age will increase the number of non-communicable diseases (NCD) at a young age. Methods: Writing this article uses the method of literature searching from various sources of information including e-books, websites and search engines. The e-books used contain cigarette information and its effects on health, the websites used are the website of the government and WHO to search for prevalence data and other information, and the search engines used are Google Scholar and Pubmed to search information on cigarette content research and its effects on health. Discussion: The content of cigarettes can cause various side effects in almost all organs of the body. Various studies have found that smoking is a risk factor for NCD. Conclusion: Cessation of smoking can save sufferers and also save people around smokers. When a smoker starts quitting smoking, the body will undergo the process of cleaning up toxic substances of cigarettes that have entered the body. Keywords: cigarette, literature searching, NCD     Latar Belakang: Salah satu tantangan terbesar dalam dunia kesehatan ialah masalah rokok. Pada tahun 2018, terjadi peningkatan perokok pada usia 10-18 tahun sebesar 9,1% dibandingkan pada tahun 2013 sebesar 7,2%. Peningkatan jumlah perokok di usia muda ini dikhawatirkan akan meningkatkan jumlah Penyakit Tidak Menular (PTM) di usia muda. Metode: Penulisan artikel ini menggunakan metode pencarian literatur dari berbagai sumber informasi berupa e-book, website dan search engine. E-book yang dipakai memuat informasi rokok dan pengaruhnya kekesehatan, website yang dipakai adalah website pemerintah dan WHO untuk pencarian data prevalensi dan informasi lainnya, dan search engine yang dipakai adalah Google Scholar dan Pubmed untuk pencarian informasi penelitian kandungan rokok dan pengaruhnya kepada kesehatan. Pembahasan: Dari hasil pencarian, kandungan pada rokok dapat menimbulkan berbagai efek samping hampir di seluruh organ tubuh. Berbagai penelitian mendapatkan bahwa kebiasaan merokok merupakan faktor risiko terjadinya PTM. Kesimpulan: Penghentian kebiasaan merokok ini dapat menyelamatkan penderitanya dan juga menyelamatkan orang di sekitar perokok. Ketika seorang perokok mulai berhenti untuk merokok, maka tubuh akan melakukan proses pembersihan dari zat racun pada rokok yang sudah masuk ke dalam tubuh. Kata kunci: rokok, PTM, pencarian literatur
Obesitas dengan Kanker Kolorektal, Bagaimana Keterkaitan Keduanya? Balatif, Ridwan; Lubis, Nenni Dwi Aprianti
SCRIPTA SCORE Scientific Medical Journal Vol. 2 No. 2 (2021): SCRIPTA SCORE Scientific Medical Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32734/scripta.v2i2.4399

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Background: Obesity is still a frequent health problem. This condition of obesity has even increased both globally and nationally. It is feared that the increase in obesity cases will increase other disease conditions such as colorectal cancer. Objectives: This article will provide an overview of the relationship between obesity and the incidence of colorectal cancer so as to provide a current, easy-to-understand picture of obesity and colorectal cancer. Methods: This article was written using the literature search method. Sources of information are taken from E-books, websites, and search engines. Information taken in the period 2013-2020. Discussion: It is suspected that obesity through a chronic inflammatory process will cause cell DNA damage so that it is at risk of triggering cancer. Until now, there are 13 types of cancer that are closely related to the incidence of obesity. This condition of obesity in addition to increasing a person's risk of developing colorectal cancer, it can also increase the risk of death in obese individuals with colorectal cancer. Conclusion: Obesity condition increases the risk of incidence and mortality of colorectal cancer cases. Keywords: cancer, literature searching, obesity   Latar Belakang: Obesitas sampai saat ini masih menjadi permasalahan kesehatan yang sering terjadi. Kondisi obesitas ini bahkan mengalami peningkatan baik secara global maupun nasional. Peningkatan kasus obesitas ini dikhawatirkan akan meningkatkan kondisi penyakit lain seperti kanker kolorektal. Tujuan: Artikel ini akan memberikan pemaparan mengenai kaitan obesitas dengan kejadian kanker kolorektal sehingga dapat memberikan gambaran terkini yang mudah dipahami mengenai obesitas dan kanker kolorektal. Metode: Artikel ini ditulis dengan menggunakan metode pencarian literatur. Sumber informasi diambil dari E-book, website, dan search engine. Informasi yang diambil dalam rentang tahun 2013-2020. Pembahasan: Diduga obesitas dengan melalui proses inflamasi kronik akan mengakibatkan kerusakan DNA sel sehingga berisiko mencetuskan kanker. Sampai saat ini terdapat 13 jenis kanker yang berkaitan erat dengan kejadian obesitas. Kondisi obesitas ini selain akan meningkatkan risiko seseorang untuk mengalami kanker kolorektal, juga dapat meningkatkan risiko kematian pada individu yang mengalami kanker kolorektal dengan obesitas. Kesimpulan: Kondisi obesitas meningkatkan  risiko kejadian dan mortalitas kasus kanker kolorektal. Kata Kunci: kanker, obesitas, pencarian literatur
Memahami Kaitan Gaya Hidup dengan Kanker: Sebagai Langkah Awal Pencegahan Kanker Balatif, Ridwan; Sukma, Alshafiera Azayyana Mawadhani
SCRIPTA SCORE Scientific Medical Journal Vol. 3 No. 1 (2021): SCRIPTA SCORE Scientific Medical Journal
Publisher : Talenta Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32734/scripta.v3i1.4506

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Background: Until now, cancer has become one of the main problem topics in the world of health. The incidence of this cancer is expected to continue to increase. One of the main risk factors that increase the risk of cancer is an unhealthy lifestyle in the form of alcohol consumption, unhealthy diet, smoking, and lack of physical activity. Objectives: This article provides an understanding of each unhealthy lifestyle pattern for the occurrence of cancer. Methods: The writing of this article uses the literature review method. Information is taken from e-book sources, websites, and search engines. Discussion: The initial process of cancer stems from genetic damage. If this genetic damage cannot be repaired, it can progress to cancer. Each pattern of unhealthy lifestyles has its own mechanism in triggering cancer. Conclusion: An unhealthy lifestyle can increase the risk of cancer. Keywords: cancer, life style, risk factor   Latar belakang: Sampai saat ini penyakit kanker menjadi salah satu topik permasalahan utama di dunia kesehatan.  Kejadian kanker ini diperkirakan akan terus mengalami peningkatan. Salah satu faktor risiko utama yang meningkatkan risiko terjadinya kanker adalah gaya hidup tidak sehat berupa konsumsi alkohol, diet tidak sehat, merokok, dan kurang aktivitas fisik. Tujuan: Artikel ini menjabarkan pemahaman mengenai masing-masing pola gaya hidup yang tidak sehat terhadap terjadinya kanker. Metode: Penulisan artikel ini menggunakan metode literature review. Informasi diambil dari sumber e-book, website, dan search engine. Pembahasan: Proses awal tercetusnya kanker bermula dari adanya kerusakan genetik. Apabila kerusakan genetik ini tidak dapat diperbaiki dapat berkembang menuju kanker. Setiap pola gaya hidup yang tidak sehat memiliki mekanismenya masing-masing dalam mencetuskan kanker. Kesimpulan: Gaya hidup tidak sehat dapat meningkatkan risiko terjadinya kanker. Kata Kunci: faktor risiko, gaya hidup, kanker