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Increasing Awareness of the Village Disaster Risk Reduction Forum in Magetan Regency in Realizing Disaster Preparedness Sunarto Sunarto; Heru Santoso Wahito Nugroho; Suparji Suparji
Health Dynamics Vol 1, No 2 (2024): February 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33846/hd10204

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Disaster risk reduction forums as a capacity in disaster resilient villages often experience difficulties in realizing disaster preparedness. It is necessary to prioritize any element that is immediately realized, so that what is done truly makes society have resilience and toughness. five disaster preparedness parameters that must be prepared by the forum. These five parameters have 25 elements as constructs. Elements as a construct of disaster preparedness parameters become an instrument called Difficulty and Usefulness of Elements in Disaster Preparedness (DUEDP-Questionnaire). This DUEDP questionnaire serves as a guide enumerator for interviewing forum administrators and communities in 23 disaster-resilient villages in the Magetan district. Data was collected for three months starting May-July 2023. The element prioritization technique uses the Quadrant of Difficulty and Usefulness (QoDU) method. This method focuses on elements in the upper left quadrant, namely elements that are very useful but how to make it happen is very difficult. The research results place the elements of involving vulnerable groups in socializing about disasters, providing village funds for disaster management, preparing contingency plan documents, providing early warning system tools, and training families to provide disaster preparedness bags as the main priorities that must be immediately realized by the forum.
Factors Influencing Nutrition and Blood Supplement Tablet Consumption Among Prospective Brides Armedya Labiba Athayalillah; Heru Santoso Wahito Nugroho; Astin Nur Hanifah; Nurlailis Saadah
Health Dynamics Vol 1, No 6 (2024): June 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33846/hd10605

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Background: Anemia is a condition where the number of red blood cells or the capacity of red blood cells to carry oxygen is not sufficient to meet physiological needs. Factors that influence anemia are nutritional patterns where poor eating habits can cause iron deficiency. Lack of awareness or compliance with the consumption of blood supplement tablets can also predispose someone to anemia. The Health Belief Model (HBM) is a health behavior model that is used to predict behavior. HBM consists of perceived susceptibility, perceived benefits, perceived barriers, perceived severity, perceived self-efficacy and cues to action. The aim of this research is to determine the factors that influence the behavior of consuming nutrition and blood supplement tablets to prevent anemia in bridesmaids in Religious Affairs Office (KUA), Maospati District, Magetan Regency in 2024. Method: This is an observational analytical quantitative research with a sample of 31 prospective brides and grooms at religious affairs office Maospati in 2024. This research was measured using a health belief model questionnaire by distributing questionnaires to prospective brides and grooms. Data analysis uses primary data which is tested with descriptive analysis, classical assumption tests and linear regression tests. Results: Of the 6 behavioral factors studied include perceived susceptibility, perceived benefits, perceived barriers, perceived severity, perceived self-efficacy and cues to action, which is only perceived self-efficacy with a p-value of 0.000. Conclusion: The factors that influence the behavior of consuming nutrition and blood supplement tablets among prospective brides at the Maospati religious affaris office, only self-efficacy has an influence. Therefore, perceived self-efficacy needs to be prioritized.
Book Review of Research and Publication Ethics, written by Santosh Kumar Yadav, Switzerland: Springer Cham, 2023, 255 pp, ISBN 9783031269714, Ebook: $93.08 USD Vernando Yanry Lameky; Heru Santoso Wahito Nugroho
Health Dynamics Vol 1, No 5 (2024): May 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33846/hd10502

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Research and Publication Ethics includes principles that guide researchers in conducting and disseminating research ethically. Emphasize integrity, honesty, openness, and respect for subjects' rights, preventing conflicts of interest. Adhering to these principles is critical to maintaining trust and credibility in research. Addressing violations such as plagiarism ensures reliability and credibility. Technology helps detect plagiarism, while open research practices encourage transparency and validation. Upholding a code of ethics and participating in ethical forums further strengthens ethical behaviour. Understanding digital data ethics is very important. This book review reflects the importance of ethical practices in research and publication integrity.
Developing a Community-Based Non-Structural Disaster Mitigation Module Integrating Local Knowledge: Evidence from Indonesia as a Middle-Income Country Suparji Suparji; Heru Santoso Wahito Nugroho; Sunarto Sunarto; Alfi Rusdianti
Health Dynamics Vol 3, No 2 (2026): February 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33846/hd30204

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Background: Natural disasters continue to pose significant challenges globally, particularly in disaster-prone middle-income countries such as Indonesia, where communities are frequently exposed to hydrometeorological and geological hazards. While structural mitigation remains important, non-structural and community-based approaches are increasingly emphasized to enhance contextual relevance and community engagement in disaster risk reduction. This study aimed to develop and assess the feasibility of a community-based non-structural disaster mitigation module integrating local knowledge as an educational resource for disaster-prone communities. Methods: The study employed a Research and Development (R&D) approach using a simplified adaptation of the Borg and Gall model. The development process included a needs assessment through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions, module design and development, expert validation, and a limited field trial with target community users. Data were collected using qualitative methods and structured questionnaires, and analyzed descriptively to examine feasibility, acceptability, and relevance. Results: The results indicate that the developed module achieved high feasibility scores across content, presentation, language, and integration of local knowledge. User assessments from the limited field trial demonstrated high levels of acceptability and relevance, particularly in relation to clarity, contextual suitability, and usefulness as a learning resource. Revisions based on expert and user feedback were incorporated into the final version of the module. Conclusions: In conclusion, this study provides early empirical evidence supporting the feasibility and acceptability of a community-based non-structural disaster mitigation module that integrates local knowledge. The module shows potential for use as an educational tool to support community disaster preparedness activities within similar middle-income country contexts.
Strengthening the Practice of Writing Research Titles That Reflect Actual Study Findings Heru Santoso Wahito Nugroho
Jurnal Penelitian Kesehatan SUARA FORIKES Vol 17, No 3 (2026): March 2026
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Reaffirming the Craft of the Abstract: Precision, Representation, and Editorial Alignment Hery Koesmantoro; Heru Santoso Wahito Nugroho
Jurnal Penelitian Kesehatan SUARA FORIKES Vol 17, No 4 (2026): April 2026
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Methodological Rigor in Health Research: Ensuring the Best Approach to Address Clinical and Public Health Objectives Heru Santoso Wahito Nugroho
Health Notions Vol 10, No 1 (2026): January
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In health research, the credibility and clinical relevance of scientific evidence are fundamentally determined by how well research methods are designed, justified, and reported. The methods section serves as the critical link between research objectives and the evidence generated to address them. However, misalignment between objectives and methodological approaches remains a common concern, often resulting in biased findings, limited applicability, and compromised decision-making in clinical and public health contexts. This editorial emphasizes that methodological rigor must be understood primarily as the alignment between research objectives and the chosen methods. The “best” method is not necessarily the most advanced, but the one most appropriate for answering a clearly defined clinical or public health question. Through conceptual discussion and illustrative examples across qualitative, experimental, and observational research, this paper highlights how inappropriate methodological choices can undermine validity, distort interpretations, and weaken the applicability of findings. The editorial further outlines a systematic approach to achieving alignment, beginning with the precise formulation of research objectives and followed by the careful selection and justification of study design, population, data collection procedures, and analytical strategies. Transparency in reporting and adherence to ethical standards are emphasized as essential components in demonstrating this alignment and ensuring reproducibility. As a key message to authors, this paper underscores that methodological decisions must not be driven by convention or convenience, but by their capacity to directly and reliably answer the research question. Failure to ensure such alignment risks producing evidence that is not fit for purpose, with potential implications for patient care and health policy. Conversely, a well-aligned and transparently reported methodological framework strengthens the validity, credibility, and impact of research, thereby supporting evidence-based healthcare and improved health outcomes.Keywords: health research; methodological rigor; research objectives; study design; clinical validity; transparency; reproducibility
Clarifying the Conceptual Divide Between Descriptive Research and Qualitative Inquiry in Health Sciences Heru Santoso Wahito Nugroho
Health Notions Vol 10, No 6 (2026): June
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The persistent conflation between descriptive research and qualitative research remains a recurring methodological problem in health‑science publications, particularly in manuscripts submitted to Health Notions. This conceptual ambiguity undermines the rigor of study design and weakens the interpretive value of research findings. The objective of this editorial is to clarify the epistemological and methodological distinctions between descriptive research and qualitative inquiry, while illustrating their implications through examples drawn from public health and clinical practice. Using a conceptual‑analytic approach, this article examines the philosophical foundations, research logic, and practical applications of both approaches. The analysis shows that descriptive research, rooted in the quantitative paradigm, focuses on mapping the distribution of health variables; such as the prevalence of hypertension, maternal anemia, or tuberculosis treatment default without explaining the contextual or experiential dimensions underlying these patterns. In contrast, qualitative research seeks to interpret meaning, explore lived experiences, and uncover cultural, social, and behavioral factors that shape health phenomena, such as patients’ fears of medication, stigma surrounding tuberculosis, or cultural taboos influencing maternal nutrition. The findings emphasize that misunderstanding these distinctions leads to methodological misalignment, weak theoretical contribution, and incomplete evidence for policy and practice. The editorial concludes that descriptive and qualitative research are not interchangeable but complementary, and that methodological clarity is essential for producing robust, contextually grounded health evidence. Strengthening this conceptual distinction will enhance the quality of manuscripts submitted to Health Notions and support more effective health‑system decision‑making.Keywords: Keywords: descriptive research; qualitative research; methodology; health sciences; research approach
How to Interpret Categorical Data in Health Research? Heru Santoso Wahito Nugroho; Sanglar Polnok; Joel Rey Ugsang Acob; Abdullah Al Mamun; Rafif Naufi Waskitha Hapsari; Rozan Asyrofi Rakyan Risang Aji; Bahtiar Bahtiar; Arief Budiono; Handoyo Handoyo; Hery Koesmantoro; Sunarto Sunarto; Teta Puji Rahayu; Nimsi Melati; Retno Vivi Intening; Suparji Suparji; N. Surtinah; Tri Wahyuni Ismoyowati; Tanko Titus Auta
Aloha International Journal of Health Advancement (AIJHA) Vol 6, No 8 (2025): August 2025
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In health research, many categorical variables are found that must be analyzed using descriptive statistical methods, then interpreted. Currently, there are still many health researchers who interpret categorical variable data in the health sector in the same way as social research in general, namely focusing on the categories with the largest proportions. In fact, for health research, researchers should focus on the expression of unexpected categories. Therefore, this should be a concern for the health research community, especially in the campus environment as the first place for students and health researchers to study and apply various types of health research. This is an urgency, so that the quality of health research can be immediately improved, especially in terms of data interpretation. It was concluded that there were many errors in interpreting categorical variable data in the health sector, so this had to be anticipated from the time of education on campus. Keywords: health research; categorical variables; data interpretation; unexpected category
The Advantages of Factor Analysis as a Method of Testing Questionnaires in Health Research Heru Santoso Wahito Nugroho; Abdullah Al Mamun; Tanko Titus Titus Auta; Bahtiar Bahtiar; Sanglar Polnok; Joel Rey Ugsang Acob; Hammad Hammad; I Putu Suiraoka; Ragu Harming Kristina
Aloha International Journal of Health Advancement (AIJHA) Vol 6, No 9 (2025): September 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33846/aijha60901

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Questionnaires are a data collection method that is widely used in health research. Nowadays, the validity test that is often used to assess the quality of questionnaires is the item-total correlation test. This study aims to introduce another method that is often said to be better by experts, namely factor analysis. When compared with item-total correlation analysis, factor analysis has the advantages of: 1) it can reveal the latent structure of the variables being measured; 2) can capture multivariate variations; 3) can test construct validity, namely whether the questionnaire is able to measure concepts or constructs theoretically; 4) can determine how many factors are needed to explain the variance in the data. It was concluded that taking into account its advantages, factor analysis is the best choice for testing the validity of questionnaires in health research. Keywords: health research; questionnaire; validity test; categorical variables; factor analysis
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