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Microplastic Contamination in Drinking Water: A Review Abdul Rahman; Ramadhan Tosepu; Surya Cipta Ramadhan Kete; Asnia Zainuddin; Mubarak; Ranno Marlany Rachman
Journal of Health Science and Pharmacy Vol. 2 No. 3 (2025): September - December
Publisher : Yayasan Cipta Anak Bangsa (YCAB) Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36685/jhsp.v2i3.1689

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Background: Microplastics are plastic particles smaller than 5 µm that persist in the environment and resist natural degradation. Recent studies have demonstrated the presence of microplastics in various environmental media, including drinking water. This contamination raises public health concerns because microplastics can enter the human body through daily water consumption and may carry hazardous chemical substances, potentially causing long-term health effects. Objective: This study aims to examine the presence, characteristics, and potential health risks of microplastic contamination in drinking water through a systematic literature review. Method: A Systematic Literature Review (SLR) was conducted following the PRISMA guidelines. Scientific articles were obtained from Google Scholar, ResearchGate, PubMed, Scopus, and ScienceDirect using the keywords microplastic, drinking water, bottled water, and health risk. Data were analyzed descriptively, focusing on microplastic types, particle sizes, polymer composition, and identification methods. Results: Microplastics were detected in bottled water, refill drinking water, and tap water in several countries, including Indonesia. The dominant forms were fragments and fibers, with sizes ranging from 0.01 µm to >5 µm. The most common polymers were polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE), and polystyrene (PS). Identification methods included filtration, microscopy, ATR-FTIR, Raman spectroscopy, and SEM-EDS. Potential health risks include inflammation, oxidative stress, digestive disorders, and carcinogenic effects. Conclusion: Microplastics are confirmed contaminants in drinking water and may pose risks to public health. Strengthened monitoring, standardized detection methods, improved water treatment technologies, and public awareness are essential to reduce exposure.
Environmental Sanitation Challenges and Opportunities in Indonesia Coastal Regions: A Review Abdul Rahman; Andi Isnaeni
Journal of Epidemiology and Health Science Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): January - April
Publisher : Yayasan Cipta Anak Bangsa (YCAB) Publisher

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Background: Coastal areas present distinct challenges and characteristics that differentiate them from inland regions. These include issues related to substandard housing, limited access to healthcare services, and environmental factors that contribute to both economic and public health problems. Environmental sanitation is a critical component, as poor sanitation in coastal communities often leads to increased vulnerability to disease and reduced quality of life. Monitoring environmental factors that influence human health is essential in these regions, where infrastructure and services are frequently inadequate. Objective: This study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of environmental sanitation conditions in coastal areas of Indonesia. Methods: A Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach was employed to collect and analyze relevant scholarly articles from online databases, particularly Google Scholar and ResearchGate. The selection process followed the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines. Articles published between 2020 and 2024 were included, using keywords such as "sanitation," "environment," and "coastal." The analysis focused on identifying the status, challenges, and determinants of sanitation practices in coastal communities across Indonesia. Results: The findings from the reviewed literature indicate that basic environmental sanitation in Indonesia's coastal regions remains below national health standards. Common issues identified include the lack of proper latrine facilities, poor access to clean water, inadequate waste and wastewater management systems, and suboptimal community hygiene practices. These conditions are influenced by several contributing factors, such as low levels of public knowledge, limited economic capacity, and poor environmental infrastructure. Conclusion: The review concludes that environmental sanitation challenges in Indonesia’s coastal areas are significantly influenced by factors including community knowledge, income level, and ingrained behavioral practices. Long-standing cultural habits, passed down through generations, have resulted in insufficient attention to proper sanitation practices, thereby increasing susceptibility to preventable diseases. Efforts to improve sanitation in coastal areas should involve educational campaigns, infrastructure development, and behavior change interventions tailored to the local context. Keywords: Indonesia, coastal, environment, sanitation, public health
Pengembangan Kreativitas Mahasiswa Melalui Pelatihan Pemanfaatan Botol Bekas sebagai Kerajinan Vas Bunga Bernilai Ekonomis Muhammad Juwantho Lewa; Murni Nia; Abdul Rahman; Nur Hayun; Abdul Jarlin; Sudarsi Sudarsi; Efa Efa; Desi Desi; Sinar Maharani
Indonesia Berdampak: Jurnal Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): JANUARI-JUNI 2026
Publisher : Indo Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.63822/7tkv8309

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Plastic waste, particularly used plastic bottles, has become one of the environmental issues that requires productive and sustainable solutions. This community service activity aimed to enhance students' creativity through training on transforming used plastic bottles into flower vase crafts with economic value. The method employed was project-based learning, which actively involved participants in every stage of the production process, including material preparation, bottle cutting, bottle assembly, yarn wrapping, and finishing. Data were collected through observation and documentation during the implementation of the activity. The results showed that participants were able to create various attractive and creative flower vase designs according to their individual ideas and creativity. In addition, the activity improved participants’ understanding of plastic waste management, handicraft-making skills, and awareness of the importance of recycling in daily life. The products produced possess functional, aesthetic, and economic values and have the potential to be developed into creative business products with relatively low production costs. Therefore, training on the utilization of used plastic bottles as flower vase crafts can serve as an effective alternative activity to foster students' creativity while supporting environmental conservation efforts and the development of the creative economy.  
Analysis of the Taaruf Parade of the Quran Tilawati Selection and Hadis (STQH) National Indonesia Laxmi; La Ode Aris; Nirmalasari; Abdul Rahman; Muh Ikhlasul Amal
Khazanah: Journal of Islamic Education and Science Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): Khazanah: Journal of Islamic Education and Science
Publisher : Institut Bahri Asyiq Galis Bangkalan

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The Quran Recitation and Hadith Competition (STQH) is a national event that combines religious aspects with local wisdom. Each region showcases its unique characteristics through traditional attire, cultural symbols, and distinctive ornaments. The objective of this study is to analyze and document the appearance of decorated vehicles and cultural representations from various provinces, as presented in the STQH Ta’aruf Parade. The research method employs qualitative descriptive analysis with an ethnographic approach. Data collection techniques include standard interviews, in-depth interviews, participant observation, and documentary analysis. The results of this study indicate that the Ta’aruf Parade in the 2025 National STQH serves as a medium for cultural representation that integrates religious values, local identity, and environmental awareness. Each contingent displays cultural symbols through decorated vehicles, traditional attire, and traditional arts that convey messages of social harmony and environmental conservation. Support from organizers and the government further strengthened the socio-economic impact by boosting local community activities. Art performances, including large-scale dances, demonstrated that cultural arts are utilized as a contextual means of religious outreach. The STQH functions not only as a venue for religious competition but also as a space for cultural preservation and the reinforcement of sustainable social values.