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Journal : Journal of Community Engagement in Health

Education Compliance Taking Hypertension Medication to Treatment for Residents in RT. 04 RW. 03 Ngerco Village Kediri Regency, East Java Anis Akhwan Dhafin; Elsa Mahardika Putri; Okky Intan Mawarni; Neni Probosiwi; Nur Fahma Laili; Tsamrotul Ilmi; Achmad Wahdi
Journal of Community Engagement in Health Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): March
Publisher : Universitas STRADA Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30994/jceh.v8i1.711

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Hypertension is defined as a condition in which a person experiences an increase in blood pressure above normal. Hypertension occurs when the results of systolic blood pressure measurements are ≥ 140 mmHg or diastolic blood pressure ≥ 90 mmHg. From the prevalence of hypertension of 32.3% do not routinely take medication. This community service activity aims to increase understanding and knowledge of residents in RT. 04 RW. 03 Kel. Ngerco, Kab. Kediri, East Java regarding compliance with taking hypertension medication. The purpose of this Community Service is to increase the knowledge of hypertension sufferers about hypertension and the importance of compliance with taking medication and increase the compliance of hypertension sufferers. The results of the Community Service activity are known to be patient knowledge about hypertension and the importance of compliance with taking medication in RT. 04 RW. 03 Kel. Ngerco. This activity was carried out using the counseling method and question and answer session. based on the results of the counseling, local residents were very enthusiastic in asking questions and understanding the importance of taking hypertension medication regularly.
Education on Beyond Use Date (BUD) for Ear and Nasal Drops: Efforts to Increase Patient Awareness in Pharmacies with ENT Doctor Services Dhafin, Anis Akhwan; Elsa Mahardika Putri; Winartiana; Okki Intan Mawarni; Herman; Maharani Dwi Pritiwi
Journal of Community Engagement in Health Vol. 8 No. 2 (2025): September
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30994/jceh.v8i2.733

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The rational and safe use of medication is a critical concern in pharmaceutical practice. A key aspect often overlooked by patients is the Beyond Use Date (BUD), which indicates the time limit for using a medication after its primary packaging has been opened or the preparation compounded. This community service activity aimed to increase public awareness and understanding of BUD, especially regarding non-sterile ENT (ear, nose, and throat) medications. The program was conducted at Sriti Pharmacy in Kediri City on July 22, 2025, involving 26 outpatient participants. The educational method included personal counselling, interactive discussions, and leaflet distribution. Evaluation of the program's impact was performed qualitatively through direct observation and analysis of participant feedback during the sessions. Initial interactions revealed a universal lack of prior knowledge regarding BUD among participants, who frequently confused it with the Expiration Date (ED). Following the intervention, observations indicated a notable increase in participant awareness and engagement. Participants actively asked relevant questions, were able to verbally articulate the distinction between BUD and ED, and expressed a clear understanding of the risks and proper storage practices. These qualitative findings suggest that direct educational interventions in pharmacy settings are a valuable method for improving medication literacy. It is acknowledged that this activity has limitations, primarily the absence of quantitative measurement to formally assess the degree of knowledge improvement and a small sample size at a single location, which limits the generalizability of the findings.