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Vitamin C Consumption Affects the Treatment Period of Covid-19 Patients at Dr. Pirngadi Regional General Hospital Mahardika, Virani; Syafina, Ikhfana; Hapsah, Hapsah; Arbaningsih, Sri Rezeki
Buletin Farmatera Vol 10, No 1 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30596/bf.v10i1.23946

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Abstract: Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) or what we now know as Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a viral infection that has hit the world in the last three years. The management of patients confirmed with COVID-19 continues to be researched. Vitamin C is one of the therapies that can be given to COVID-19 patients from mild to severe or critical degrees. Vitamin C is an antioxidant whose function can reduce oxidative inflammation and greatly affect the human immune system. The dose of vitamin C administration in COVID-19 patients can be given up to high doses. Due to the protective properties of vitamin C, it can affect the treatment period of COVID-19 patients. This study aims to determine the relationship between vitamin C consumption and the length of treatment of COVID-19 patients at DR Pirngadi General Hospital. This study is an observational analytical study with a cross-sectional design. A total of 66 samples were obtained divided into low and high doses of vitamin C which were then analyzed using Chi Square. The results of the study found that there was a significant result (P=0.039) in the relationship between vitamin C consumption and the treatment period of COVID-19 patients. Vitamin C consumption affects the treatment period. 
Program Deteksi Dini Penyakit Paru Obstruktif Kronik (PPOK) bagi Lansia di Wilayah Rawan Polusi Arbaningsih, Sri Rezeki
Mitra Abdimas: Jurnal Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat Vol 5 No 1 (2025)
Publisher : Medan Resource Center

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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive respiratory condition that significantly affects the elderly, especially in areas with high air pollution. This study aimed to explore the implementation of an early detection program for COPD among elderly residents in pollution-prone areas using a qualitative descriptive approach. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and document analysis. The results show that the program was generally well-received, with active participation from health workers and community cadres. However, challenges such as limited understanding of COPD, fear of diagnosis, and logistical constraints remain. Positive responses were influenced by effective health education and community support. The study concludes that early detection programs are crucial and should be culturally sensitive, community-based, and integrated with primary health care services to be effective in managing COPD among the elderly in high-risk areas.