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DAMPAK RADIASI ELEKTROMAGNET DAN MIKROPLASTIK TERHADAP KESEHATAN MANUSIA Ni Putu Sudewi; Bernadette Dian Novita Dewi; Nita Kurniawati; Wilson Christianto Khudrati
Community Development Journal : Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Vol. 4 No. 3 (2023): Volume 4 Nomor 3 Tahun 2023
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/cdj.v4i3.17666

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terhadap kesehatan, antara lain keganasan, autoimun, dan gangguan hormonal. Masih banyak masyarakat yang belum memahami dampak buruk tersebut karena gejala gangguan kesehatan yang ditimbulkan tidak langsung tampak atau terasa, dan umumnya baru disadari beberapa bulan atau tahun kemudian. Hal yang menjadi masalah adalah masyarakat saat ini tidak dapat dipisahkan dari gadget dan berbagai piranti yang menggunakan listrik karena kemajuan teknologi makin canggih. Plastik pun makin banyak digunakan karena sifatnya yang ringan, praktis dan tahan lama. Upaya yang harus dilakukan adalah meningkatkan pengetahuan masyarakat tentang dampak buruk radiasi elektromagnet dan mikroplastik terhadap kesehatan, yaitu dengan meminimalkan pararan radiasielektromagnet dan mikroplasti sekaligus mengupayakan kemampuan tubuh untuk memulihkan diri secara berkesinambungan. Pengetahuan dan kesadaran tentang fenomena gunung es dan empat tahap sakit perlu disosialisasikan kepada masyarakat agar memahami pentingnya upaya preventif dan promotif. Rencana kegiatan berupa sharing knowledge, lomba poster dan lomba memasak sehat kaya antioksidan, serta praktek olahraga qigong agar peserta lebih memahami dan mampu menerapkan dalam kehidupan sehari-hari. Upaya ini sejalan dengan program Kementrian Kesehatan dan Gerakan Masyarakat Hidup Sehat (Germas) untuk mengatasi dampak buruk radiasi electromagnet dan mikroplastik terhadap kesehatan.
Correlation of Microplastic Levels with Erythrocyte Profiles in Wistar Rats Orally Exposed to Polyethylene Microplastics I Komang Andriana Yastalasmana; Niluh Suwasanti; Yudhiakuari Sincihu; Mulya Dinata; Bernadette Dian Novita Dewi
Environmental Pollution Journal Vol. 6 No. 1: April 2026
Publisher : ECOTON: Ecological Observation and Wetlands Conservation

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58954/epj.v6i1.435

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Polyethylene microplastics are widely used in single-use products and can enter the body through contaminated food or beverages. After ingestion, these particles may cross the intestinal barrier and reach systemic circulation. Their presence in blood is suspected to induce oxidative stress through increased reactive oxygen species, potentially affecting erythrocyte membrane integrity. Erythrocytes are essential for oxygen transport, and structural damage may reduce their flexibility and lead to morphological abnormalities. This study aimed to evaluate the correlation between microplastic counts in blood and erythrocyte profiles in Wistar rats exposed orally to polyethylene microplastics. A quantitative experimental study with a post-test only control group design was conducted. Male Wistar rats were assigned to one control group and three exposure groups receiving different microplastic doses for four weeks. Microplastics were identified using light microscopy and Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy, while erythrocyte profiles were assessed through peripheral blood smears and hematological examination. Microplastics were detected in exposed groups, accompanied by several abnormal erythrocyte forms. However, no significant differences or correlations were observed between microplastic counts and erythrocyte parameters. Oral exposure to polyethylene microplastics did not significantly alter erythrocyte profiles, although potential morphological effects cannot be excluded.