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Predictive Model of Lung Function Disorders in Pesticide-Using Vegetable Farmers in Indonesia Ajid, Andi; Habibi, Habibi; Ekasari, Ranti; Ansyar, Dian Ihwana; Wahyudiono, Yustinus Denny Ardyanto; Haqi, Dani Nasirul
Jurnal Publikasi Kesehatan Masyarakat Indonesia Vol 12, No 3 (2025): Jurnal Publikasi Kesehatan Masyarakat Indonesia
Publisher : Lambung Mangkurat University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20527/jpkmi.v12i3.24309

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The use of pesticides by spraying can cause health problems such as pesticide poisoning, respiratory system problems which can affect lung capacity and can cause death if help is not given immediately. This study aims to determine the factors that influence lung capacity disorders in pesticide-using vegetable farmers in Kanreapia Village, Gowa Regency, Indonesia. The type of research used is quantitative with an analytical approach and uses a cross sectional study design. The population in this study was 216 farmers so that the sample size in this study was 83 farmers. The instruments used in this research were questionnaires and spirometry. The results of this study show that there is a relationship between spraying method p-value 0.003 and lung capacity, while age p-value 0.484, working duration p-value 0.117, working period p-value 0.959 and use of personal protective equipment p-value 0.367 have an insignificant relationship with lung capacity. Working period is the variable that has the greatest influence on lung capacity. It is recommended that farmer group leaders directly monitor work in the field regarding pesticide spraying carried out by farmer group members which could endanger them due to the risk of exposure to pesticides.
Work Climate and Occupational Fatigue among Furniture Workers Ekasari, Ranti; Insan Sakinah, Magfirah; Rahmi, Suci; Sasmita, Nur; Wahab, Muh. Abdul; Widiastuty, Lilis
Unihealth Community Research Vol 2 No 1 (2026): September-February
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24252/ucr.v2i1.65498

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Work climate refers to the interaction of environmental factors in the workplace. Fatigue is a common occupational health issue and can be affected by multiple factors such as work climate, age, gender, length of employment, and daily working duration. This study aimed to examine the relationship between work climate and work fatigue among furniture workers in Hertasning, Indonesia. A quantitative analytical study with a cross-sectional design was conducted in several furniture workshops in December 2023. The study involved 30 furniture workers selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using the questionnaire to assess subjective feelings of work fatigue and a Heat Stress Monitor to measure workplace climate conditions. The results showed a statistically significant relationship between work climate and work fatigue (p = 0.028; p < 0.05), indicating that workers exposed to unfavorable work climate conditions were more likely to experience fatigue. These findings suggest that work climate plays an important role in influencing workers’ fatigue levels. Therefore, it is recommended that furniture business owners improve workplace comfort by providing adequate rest areas with appropriate temperature control and installing cooling facilities, such as fans, to reduce heat exposure and prevent work-related fatigue.
Improving Adolescents’ Knowledge of Stunting through Health Education Interventions Ekasari, Ranti; Asriani; Asisa Haerani; Aswadi; Hasbi Ibrahim
Unihealth Community Research Vol 2 No 1 (2026): September-February
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24252/ucr.v2i1.65556

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Stunting is a manifestation of chronic undernutrition that occurs during critical periods of growth and development, beginning in early life. Adolescents play an important role in stunting prevention, as they represent future parents whose knowledge and awareness can influence child health outcomes. This study aimed to improve adolescents’ knowledge regarding stunting, its causes, and preventive measures as an early strategy to reduce stunting prevalence. A quantitative study design was employed using a pre-test and post-test approach. Health education sessions were delivered to adolescents in Tanetea Hamlet and Lembang Loe Hamlet, with knowledge levels measured before and after the intervention using the same questionnaire. The results demonstrated a statistically significant improvement in adolescents’ knowledge after the intervention (p = 0.016; p < 0.05), indicating a meaningful difference between pre- and post-education scores. These findings suggest that health education interventions are effective in increasing adolescents’ understanding of stunting. It is recommended that structured training programs on stunting prevention be continuously provided for adolescents. Additionally, strengthening adolescents’ communication skills may enable them to disseminate stunting-related information to peers, families, and the wider community, while regular evaluations should be conducted to assess knowledge improvement and behavioral change outcomes.
Irritant contact dermatitis determinants in fish cleaners: Occupational risk factors at paotere fish auction, Makassar Ananda, Nur Aulia Ananda; Ibrahim, Irviani Anwar; Ekasari, Ranti; Habibi, Habibi
SAMATA JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH SCIENCE Volume 5, Issue 2, March-August 2026
Publisher : Program Studi Kesehatan Masyarakat UIN Alauddin Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24252/sociality.v5i2.69535

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Irritant contact dermatitis remains a common occupational skin disorder among workers exposed to repeated wet work and irritants, yet evidence on its determinants among fish cleaning workers in traditional fish auction settings remains limited; this study provides site-specific evidence from Paotere Fish Auction Site, Makassar. This study aimed to identify factors associated with symptoms of irritant contact dermatitis among fish cleaning workers. A quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted among all 118 fish cleaners using total sampling. Data were collected through structured questionnaires, observation sheets, and interviews. Univariate analysis was used to describe respondent characteristics, while bivariate associations were examined using the chi-square test and independent determinants were assessed using multiple logistic regression. Irritant contact dermatitis symptoms were reported by 66.1% of respondents. Age, working period, daily working duration, knowledge, use of personal protective equipment, and personal hygiene were significantly associated with symptoms in bivariate analysis (p<0.05). Multivariate analysis identified age, working period, knowledge, PPE use, and personal hygiene as significant determinants, with knowledge emerging as the most prominent modifiable factor. These findings emphasize the need for occupational health interventions focused on worker education, appropriate PPE use, improved personal hygiene, and safer workplace conditions to reduce occupational skin disease among fish cleaning workers.