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Meeting The Food and Nutritional Needs of Street Children in Kupang City Mega, Amanda Pusparini; Romeo, Petrus; Ndoen, Enjelita Mariance
Media Kesehatan Masyarakat Vol 5 No 3 (2023): Media Kesehatan Masyarakat (Desember)
Publisher : Universitas Nusa Cendana

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35508/mkm.v5i3.9896

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Kupang City ranked fourth with the highest number of street children in NTT Province in 2016-2017. Street life makes street children a marginalized group who are very vulnerable to various issues, including those related to nutrition. This research aims to determine the problem of meeting the food and nutritional needs of the street child community in Kupang City. The research was qualitative with a phenomenological approach. The research informants were seven street children selected by purposive sampling technique. Data were collected through active participant observation and in-depth interviews with interview guides, notebooks, voice recorders, tripods, and cell phone cameras as research instruments. Data were processed qualitatively from transcripts, observations, and field notes. The research identified several problems with the informants' food and nutritional needs, including limited menu/unbalanced diet, low quality of food, consumption of unhealthy snacks, limited consumption of drinking water, irregular meal times, and unpleasant experiences regarding food donation.
Factors Associated with the Occurrence of Pneumonia in Children Under Five in Tarus, Central Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara Rafael, Bendelina; Romeo, Petrus; Ndoen, Enjelita M
Journal of Health Promotion and Behavior Vol. 8 No. 2 (2023)
Publisher : Masters Program in Public Health, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26911/thejhpb.2023.08.02.08

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Background: Pneumonia is an acute infection that attacks the lung tissue (alveoli) caused by various microorganisms such as viruses, fungi and bacteria. The risk factors for pneumonia are environmental factors, individual child factors, and behavioral factors. Environmental factors include indoor air pollution, physical condition of the house, and residential density. Individual child factors include age, gender, nutritional status, low birth weight, immunization and breast­feeding. Behavioral factors include smoking habits, habit of opening and closing windows, and habit of cleaning the house. The study aimed to analyze the factors associated with the incidence of pneumonia in children under five in Tarus Village, Central Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara. Subjects and Method: An analytic survey study with a cross-sectional design was conducted in the Tarus Village, Kupang Tengah, Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara from August to September 2022. A total of 88 mothers of children under five aged 12-59 months in the Tarus Village, Kupang Tengah District, Kupang Regency, East Nusa Tenggara were selected for this study. The dependent variable is the inci­dence of pneu­monia in children under five. The independent variables are the type of floor, light­ing, ventilation, occupancy density, smoking habit, habit of opening windows, and habit of cleaning the house. Data were collec­ted using a questionnaire and analyzed using the chi-square test. Results: There is a relationship between house ventilation (OR= 5.83; 95% CI= 1.05 to 1.34; p= 0.003), house floor (OR= 4.65; 95% CI= 1.57 to 1.77; p= 0.001), house lighting (OR= 6.22; 95% CI= 1.09 to 1.25; p= 0.005), occupancy density (OR= 6.90; 95% CI=1.18 to 1.37; p= 0.001), window opening behavior (OR= 5.34; 95% CI= 1.26 to 1.46; p = 0.004), and house cleanliness (OR= 8.55; 95% CI= 1.07 to 1.22; p= 0.002) on the incidence of pneumonia. Conclusion: House ventilation, house floors, lighting, occupancy density, window opening beha­vior, and house cleanliness are significantly related to the incidence of pneumonia. Keywords: pneumonia, risk factors, children under five. Correspondence: Bendelina Rafael. Study Program of Public Health, Faculty of Public Health, Universitas Nusa Cendana. Lasiana, Klp. Lima, Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara. Email: ellarafael780@gmail.com. Mobile: +6282123890312.
Pemeliharaan Perilaku Cuci Tangan (CTPS) di TK Pniel Sikumana Kota Kupang Takaeb, Afrona Elisabeth Lelan; Hinga, Indriati Andolita Tedju; Romeo, Petrus
Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat Undana Vol 16 No 2 (2022): DESEMBER 2022
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat Universitas Nusa Cendana

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35508/jpkmlppm.v16i2.9549

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Perilaku Cuci Tangan Pakai Sabun (CTPS) merupakan salah satu perilaku sederhana namun signifikan dalam pencegahan penyakit menular, sehingga perlu ditanamkan pada anak-anak sejak usia dini. Tujuan kegiatan pengabdian di TK Pniel Sikumana adalah untuk meningkatkan pemeliharaan perilaku CTPS pada peserta didik berdasarkan Teori Lawrence Green. Adapun kegiatan yang dilakukan pada faktor predisposing adalah peningkatan pengetahuan siswa tentang CTPS, baik melalui media stiker, dan demontrasi CTPS oleh para guru. Selanjutnya pada faktor enabling, kegiatan yang dilakukan adalah penyediaan beberapa perlengkapan CTPS. Dan kegiatan yang dilakukan pada faktor reinforcing adalah keterlibatan guru dalam melakukan demontrasi, dan pembuatan stiker yang bergambar ibu guru yang sedang melakukan CTPS. Hasil evaluasi menunjukkan bahwa 1). Semua guru kelas (3 orang) sudah mampu melakukan demontrasi CTPS pada siswa pada masing-masing kelas sebanyak 2 kali sebulan. 2). Penyediaan perlengkapan CTPS juga membuat para siswa lebih sering untuk melakukan CTPS, yaitu sebanyak 3-4 kali di sekolah, terutama pada saat masuk kelas, sebelum dan sesudah makan, dan setelah menggunakan toilet. Dengan demikian, kegiatan ini cukup signifikan untuk pemeliharaaan perilaku CTPS, namun guru perlu untuk tetap melakukan pengawasan dan kontrol terhadap pelaksanaan CTPS, dan perlu melibatkan orang tua agar pemelihaaran perilaku CTPS lebih optimal
Optimalisasi Proses Pemasakan Garam Tradisional Melalui Ergonomi dan Teknologi Bahan Bakar Oli Bekas Setyobudi, Agus; Ruliati, Luh Putu; Romeo, Petrus; Aspatria, Utma
Jurnal Penyuluhan dan Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Vol. 4 No. 3 (2025): Jurnal Penyuluhan dan Pemberdayaan Masyarakat (September)
Publisher : CV. Era Digital Nusantara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59066/jppm.v4i3.1728

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Pekerja pemasak garam di Desa Oebelo Kecamatan Kupang Tengah Kabupaten Kupang menghadapi tantangan sikap kerja ergonomis dan ketergantungan pada bahan bakar konvensional yang kurang efisien dan berisiko terhadap kesehatan serta lingkungan. Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk memperkenalkan bahan bakar alternatif yang lebih ramah lingkungan serta menerapkan postur kerja ergonomis guna meningkatkan kenyamanan dan produktivitas kerja. Metode pelaksanaan meliputi observasi lapangan, pelatihan teknis, dan pendampingan langsung kepada kelompok pemasak garam. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan peningkatan efisiensi penggunaan energi, pengurangan keluhan fisik seperti nyeri punggung dan leher, serta peningkatan kesadaran pekerja terhadap pentingnya ergonomi dan keberlanjutan energi. Kesimpulan dari kegiatan ini adalah bahwa intervensi terpadu melalui teknologi bahan bakar alternatif dan edukasi ergonomi mampu memberikan dampak positif terhadap kualitas kerja dan keberlanjutan usaha garam lokal.
Determinan Pemilihan Metode Operasi Wanita (MOW) di Puskesmas Lewoleba Kecamatan Nubatukan Kabupaten Lembata Veronika Tuto Kalangona; Afrona E.L. Takaeb; Ribka Limbu; Petrus Romeo
Sehat Rakyat: Jurnal Kesehatan Masyarakat Vol. 4 No. 3 (2025): Agustus 2025
Publisher : Yayasan Pendidikan Penelitian Pengabdian Algero

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54259/sehatrakyat.v4i3.5295

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The Women’s Sterilization Method (MOW) is one of the most effective and efficient contraceptive methods to reduce birth rates or end pregnancies. This method offers optimal benefits with minimal side effects. Several factors may influence the choice of MOW contraception, including age, parity, education level, knowledge, attitude, husband’s support, healthcare workers’ support, and accessibility of services. This study aimed to determine the factors influencing the choice of MOW contraception among women of reproductive age at Lewoleba Public Health Center, Nubatukan District, Lembata Regency. This was a quantitative study with a cross-sectional design. Sampling was conducted using proportional random sampling, involving 66 respondents. Data were analyzed using the chi-square statistical test. The results showed a significant relationship between knowledge (p = 0.000), attitude (p = 0.000), husband’s support (p = 0.004), healthcare workers’ support (p = 0.000), and number of children (p = 0.000) and the selection of MOW. It is recommended that the Lewoleba Health Center continues to provide comprehensive and consistent education to enhance community understanding regarding long-term and permanent contraceptive methods.
Co-Authors Afrona E. L. Takaeb Afrona E.L. Takaeb Afrona E.L.Takaeb Anjelita Helvi Babulu Arifin Udju Aspatria, Utma Assit, Aprilia Fransiska Karunia Atanggae, Putra Samudra Avfia, Eldania Ina Avfia Boimau, Amilianti Boro, Antonia Ina Maria Palan Bunga, Eryc Bunga, Eryc Z. Haba Bunga, Eryc Zevrily Habba Bura, Charolina Putri Aurelia Christin Rony Nayoan Christina Rony Nayoan Clara Hendrik, Vita Dahoklory, Beatrice Mardiana Daniela Boeky Dara, Fanny Harsela Kale Denys Inyo Olla Desi K. N. Dimu Elisabeth Ina Tala Pessy Elisabeth Ina Talapessy Emanuel F.H. Deve Enjelita M Ndoen Enjelita M Ndoen Enjelita M. Ndoen Enjelita Mariance Ndoen Enjelita Ndoen Enjelita Ndoen Eryc Z. Haba Bunga Freitas, Apendita Joice Helga J. N Ndun Helga Jilvera Nathalia Ndun Helga Jilvera Nathalia Ndun Hinga, Indriati Andolita Tedju Ina Abo, Maria Apolonia Jeki A. Toudenga Junias, Marylin Susanti K. S. Toga, Jessica Rambu Kalake Kebo, Margareta Anggriani Karolina Lawan Kitu, Zadrak Ridolof Klau, Marlin Adriana Kornelia Kristina Ermelinda Tanda Levinda, Felixa Yuki Lewi Jutomo Limbu, Ribka Lubu, Reneldis Arlentin Yuan Maria A.L Dawe Maria Wahyuni Maria Yuliana Nago Mariana P. Bria Marni Marni Marni Marni Marni Marni, Marni Marylin S. Junias Mega, Amanda Pusparini Meliati Tripenal Noni Lende Misfahul Uzla Ndetu, Marina A.B Ndoen, Enjelita M Ndoen, Enjelita Mariance Ndoen, Honey Ivone Ndun, Helga J.N. Ndun, Helga Jilvera Nathalia Nofriyanty M.Lewar Noorce Christiani Berek Nur, Marselinus Laga Pau Djaka, Yanty Ariani Rafael, Bendelina Ranga Nguru, Angjeliana Patrisia Ratu, Marcianus Refandro Purumbawa Retna H.M. Timo Ribka Limbu Rina Waty Sirait Rizki Fuji Maulidya Rut Rosina Riwu Sarci Magdalena Toy Selnia, Rowita Yunita Setyobudi, Agus Soleman Landi Takaeb, Afrona E. L. Takaeb, Afrona E.L. Takaeb, Afrona Elisabeth Lelan Talnoni, Agung Tanti Rahayu Teni Lesik Veronika Tuto Kalangona Vivi Nesimnasi Weraman, Pius Willem Lukas Selan Yolenta Mariani Yolenta Mariani Yoseph Kenjam Yulia Dasilva Luruk