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Knowledge and Misconceptions About Diabetes Mellitus in Semarang: An In-Depth Survey Analyzing the Impact of Public Awareness on Prevention and Management Wilson Setiawan, Andreas; Rahel Konoralma, Amanda; Anggraini, Tyas; Melki; Maya Chandra Khodijah, Ira; Ratna Wulan, Widya
International Journal of Health Literacy and Science Vol. 2 No. 2 (2024): International Journal of Health Literacy and Science
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60074/ihelis.v2i2.74

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Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disease characterized by hyperglycemia resulting from impaired insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. According to the IDF data, in 2021, there were 537 million people with diabetes globally, with more than 70% of them undiagnosed. In Semarang City, in 2023, there were 41,468 reported cases of diabetes, with the majority in the age group of 46-65 years. Public knowledge about diabetes, including its symptoms, risk factors, prevention, and management, is crucial to combat this disease. This research employed a descriptive-analytic epidemiological method with a Rapid Survey design. Data was collected in November 2024 at the Pramita Laboratory in South Semarang. The study population consisted of participants from a health education program themed "All We Know About Diabetes Mellitus," with a sample size of 90 respondents selected through total sampling. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics. The findings revealed significant gaps in public knowledge about diabetes, including its etiology, classification, risk factors, diagnostic criteria, treatment, and complications. These knowledge deficits pose critical barriers to early diagnosis and effective management of diabetes, contributing to increased morbidity, healthcare costs, and socioeconomic burden. Addressing these gaps through targeted educational programs is imperative to reduce diabetes-related complications and improve community health outcomes. The results underscore the urgency for comprehensive public health strategies to enhance diabetes awareness and support preventative measures, particularly in regions with high prevalence rates like Semarang City.
Decoding the Neurocognitive Consequences: A Comprehensive Analysis of Smoking and Alcohol Consumption on Cognitive Function Across the Lifespan Amanda Konoralma, Rahel; Wilson Setiawan, Andreas; Anggraini, Tyas; Arsita, Cynthia; Hikmah, Abidatul; Maretha Krisopras, Hawila; Nisa Belladiena, Alfiena
International Journal of Health Literacy and Science Vol. 2 No. 2 (2024): International Journal of Health Literacy and Science
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60074/ihelis.v2i2.77

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The smoking rate continues to rise yearly, with significant increasesobserved among men across children, adolescents, and adults. Alcoholconsumption caused 2.6 million deaths in 2019, with 2 million casesamong men and 0.6 million among women. This study aimed to evaluatethe influence of smoking status and alcohol consumption on cognitivefunction. Cognitive impairments (difficulties in thinking andunderstanding) are increasing health concerns, particularly in developingcountries. This research was an analytic observational design with across-sectional approach, utilizing secondary data from 3,000 samplescovering various health and lifestyle factors. The synthetic dataset mimicsreal-world conditions, offering a controlled environment to examineassociations and minimize confounding biases—statistical analysis to assess the relationship and differences in cognitive function based onsmoking status and alcohol consumption. The results showed a significantcorrelation between smoking habits and cognitive function, with nonsmokers exhibiting better cognitive performance compared to active andformer smokers. Alcohol consumption did not demonstrate significant differences in cognitive function, suggesting that factors such as consumption patterns and quantity may have a more substantial impact.Public health campaigns should leverage these insights to promotesmoking cessation and address broader lifestyle factors influencingcognitive function.
Dissecting the Relationship Between Study Time, Gender, and Age: A Holistic Approach to Understanding Academic Performance in Contemporary Education Selina, Hendriani; Anggraini, Tyas; Amanda Konoralma, Rahel; Wilson Setiawan, Andreas; Atsala Vindramekka, Rajwa; Arga Satya, Hazel; Sofia Wibowo, Syifa
International Journal of Health Literacy and Science Vol. 2 No. 2 (2024): International Journal of Health Literacy and Science
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60074/ihelis.v2i2.78

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Academic performance is a complex and multifaceted outcome shaped by cognitive, behavioral, and biological factors influencing students' academic performance. This study aimed to investigate the relationships between the student’s study time, gender, age, and academic performance in a sample of students. The study used correlation and comparative statistical methods to explore how these variables might influence student grades. The correlation between study time and grades was found to be weakly positive (p = 0.037, R = 0.105), indicating that while more study time is associated with slightly better grades, the strength of this relationship is modest. The comparative analysis between male and female students revealed a significant difference in average grades, with male students achieving higher grades (p = 0.041). The average grade for male students was 10.91, while female students averaged 9.97. Additionally, the correlation between age and academic performance was negative (p = 0.001, R = -0.173), suggesting that as students age, their academic performance tends to decline, albeit weakly. These findings underscore the complexity of factors influencing academic success, suggesting that study time, gender, and age play a role, but their impacts may vary in strength. The results highlight the need for further research to explore the cognitive, social, and biological factors that interact with these variables and contribute to students' academic performance. The modest correlations suggest that other variables, such as study strategies, motivation, and neurobiological factors, maybe more substantial in determining academic success.