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Health Promotion in Okinawa (Japan) and Indonesia from the Perspective of Blue Zones and Healthy Longevity Hokama, Naoki; Sato, Mayumi; Seto, Kiyoka; Djaya, Andi Muhammad Fiqri Muslih; Tamura, Yuki; Imura, Kiyoko; Sugimoto, Hiroshi
Indonesian Contemporary Nursing Journal (ICON Journal) Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): Volume 9 Nomor 2 Februari 2025
Publisher : Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Hasanuddin

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20956/icon.v9i2.43245

In March 2024, I had the opportunity to visit the city of Loma Linda, California, USA, for training. Loma Linda is a green town with a population of about 25,000, where residents exhibit a high level of health consciousness, particularly in their diet. I learned that this area has been attracting attention since around 2000 as a so-called "Blue Zone." Therefore, we will focus on the "Blue Zones," known as regions of healthy longevity, with a particular emphasis on comparing Okinawa Prefecture (Japan) and Loma Linda, California, USA. The current status and challenges of health promotion in Indonesia and future possibilities for health promotion strategies will be examined.

Evaluation of Hand Hygiene Practices and Educational Interventions Among Indonesian Nursing Students: An Analysis Using ATP Wipe Tests and Hand Hygiene Checkers Sato, Mayumi; Syahrul; Susanto, Tantut; Fithria; Hokama, Naoki; Saito, Ruka; Djaya, Andi Muhammad Fiqri Muslih; Sugimoto, Hiroshi
Journal of Rural Community Nursing Practice Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): March
Publisher : Al-Hijrah Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58545/jrcnp.v3i1.476

Background: Infectious diseases, including dengue fever and waterborne infections, remain major public health concerns in Indonesia. Hand hygiene is essential for reducing healthcare-associated infections; however, nursing students often fail to practice it effectively despite having sufficient knowledge. Purpose: The present study evaluated the implementation of hand hygiene among Indonesian nursing students, assessed their adherence to the “Five Moments for Hand Hygiene” during clinical training, and examined the necessity for educational improvements using a hand hygiene checker and ATP swab testing. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among nursing students from three national universities in Indonesia. Data were collected through a questionnaire survey on hand hygiene knowledge and practices, self-reported adherence to the 'Five Moments for Hand Hygiene' during clinical training, and an objective evaluation using a hand hygiene checker and ATP swab testing. Results: The majority of students understood hand hygiene techniques; however, 70% failed to meet the WHO recommended handwashing duration. Over 30% of students found it challenging to perform hand hygiene before patient contact and after touching objects in the patient’s surroundings. The hand hygiene checker revealed residual contamination on the nails and fingertips, while ATP swab testing showed that 60% of students did not meet the standard threshold. Conclusions: Despite their knowledge, nursing students face challenges in implementing the proper hand hygiene practices. Knowledge alone is insufficient; practical education with visual and numerical feedback is essential. Training with hand hygiene checkers and ATP swab testing can improve self-assessment skills and enhance adherence to hand hygiene protocols.

Evaluation of Hand Hygiene Practices and Educational Interventions Among Indonesian Nursing Students: An Analysis Using ATP Wipe Tests and Hand Hygiene Checkers Sato, Mayumi; Syahrul; Susanto, Tantut; Fithria; Hokama, Naoki; Saito, Ruka; Djaya, Andi Muhammad Fiqri Muslih; Sugimoto, Hiroshi
Journal of Rural Community Nursing Practice Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): March
Publisher : Al-Hijrah Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58545/jrcnp.v3i1.476

Background: Infectious diseases, including dengue fever and waterborne infections, remain major public health concerns in Indonesia. Hand hygiene is essential for reducing healthcare-associated infections; however, nursing students often fail to practice it effectively despite having sufficient knowledge. Purpose: The present study evaluated the implementation of hand hygiene among Indonesian nursing students, assessed their adherence to the “Five Moments for Hand Hygiene” during clinical training, and examined the necessity for educational improvements using a hand hygiene checker and ATP swab testing. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among nursing students from three national universities in Indonesia. Data were collected through a questionnaire survey on hand hygiene knowledge and practices, self-reported adherence to the 'Five Moments for Hand Hygiene' during clinical training, and an objective evaluation using a hand hygiene checker and ATP swab testing. Results: The majority of students understood hand hygiene techniques; however, 70% failed to meet the WHO recommended handwashing duration. Over 30% of students found it challenging to perform hand hygiene before patient contact and after touching objects in the patient’s surroundings. The hand hygiene checker revealed residual contamination on the nails and fingertips, while ATP swab testing showed that 60% of students did not meet the standard threshold. Conclusions: Despite their knowledge, nursing students face challenges in implementing the proper hand hygiene practices. Knowledge alone is insufficient; practical education with visual and numerical feedback is essential. Training with hand hygiene checkers and ATP swab testing can improve self-assessment skills and enhance adherence to hand hygiene protocols.

Comparison of Health Issues Faced by Business Leaders in Japan and Indonesia Hokama, Naoki
Indonesian Contemporary Nursing Journal (ICON Journal) Vol. 10 No. 1 (2025): Volume 10 Number 1 Augustus 2025
Publisher : Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Hasanuddin

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20956/icon.v10i1.43244

Modern business leaders act as compasses for their companies, shouldering the responsibility to steer them. They are exposed daily to a multitude of pressures, including fierce market competition, constantly shifting economic landscapes, and increasing social responsibility. In such a demanding environment, the mental and physical health of leaders becomes an exceptionally critical resource that determines business sustainability. A leader's state of health directly affects their ability to make sound decisions, their capacity for leadership that boosts employee morale, and the overall productivity of the organization. Consequently, managing a leader's health is increasingly recognized not merely as a personal matter but also as a strategic imperative essential for corporate growth and stability.

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