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The Sustainable COVID-19 Prevention for Health Workers in East Nusa Tenggara Tat, Florentianus; Aty, Yoany Maria Vianney Bita; Herwanti, Elisabeth; Febryanti T. Banase, Emiliandry
Eduvest - Journal of Universal Studies Vol. 3 No. 11 (2023): Journal Eduvest - Journal of Universal Studies
Publisher : Green Publisher Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59188/eduvest.v3i11.951

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The continuous growth of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and the development of new virus variants is a significant health concern affecting various populations, specifically healthcare workers. Therefore, this study aimed to develop a model of Sustainable COVID-19 Prevention for Health Workers in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). This quantitative study was carried out using a cross-sectional design, and the sample population comprised 2233 health workers in various health centers. Subsequently, a total of 300 were selected as participants based on the predetermined criteria. The analysis results showed that understanding standard operating procedure (SOP) and the purpose of preventive action had a significant effect on COVID-19 prevention behavior, with a significance value of p=0.001. Furthermore, the availability of human resources, drugs/health equipment, and budget had a significant influence. The results also showed that information, appreciation, emotional, equipment support, teamwork, socialization of actions, work coordination, and work culture affected COVID-19 prevention behavior, with a significance value of p=0.001. Based on the results, the variables with a significant effect on COVID-19 prevention behavior should receive adequate attention from the government.
Efektivitas Pijat dengan Teknik Effleurage terhadap Tingkat Sensitivitas Kaki pada Pasien Diabetes Melitus Tipe 2 Anisa Fitriyani; Yoany Maria Vianney Bita Aty; Dominggos Gonsalves; Trifonia Sri Nurwela; Aben B.Y.H.Romana
Sehat Rakyat: Jurnal Kesehatan Masyarakat Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): Februari 2026
Publisher : Yayasan Pendidikan Penelitian Pengabdian Algero

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54259/sehatrakyat.v5i1.6803

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Peripheral neuropathy is a common chronic complication among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) and contributes to decreased foot sensitivity, increasing the risk of foot ulcers and lower-limb amputation. Prevention of this complication requires effective, safe, and feasible nonpharmacological interventions in primary healthcare settings. One intervention with potential benefits is massage using the effleurage technique. This study aimed to analyze the effect of effleurage massage on foot sensitivity among patients with type 2 DM at Sikumana Primary Health Center, Kupang City. This study employed a quasi-experimental design with a non-equivalent control group approach. A total of 34 respondents were divided into an intervention group and a control group, each consisting of 17 participants selected through purposive sampling. Foot sensitivity was assessed using the 10 g Semmes–Weinstein Monofilament Test before and after the intervention. The intervention group received effleurage massage on both feet twice a week for two weeks, while the control group received standard care. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon and Mann–Whitney tests. The findings showed a significant improvement in foot sensitivity in the intervention group (Z = −3.500; p < 0.05), whereas the control group showed no significant change (Z = −1.000; p > 0.05). Posttest analysis also revealed a significant difference between groups (Z = −4.128; p < 0.05). In conclusion, effleurage massage effectively improves foot sensitivity and can be recommended as a complementary nursing intervention to prevent diabetic neuropathy.