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CHAYOTE (SECHIUM EDULE JACQ. SWARTZ) EXTRACT AND FRACTIONS IMPROVE MDA LEVELS AND TESTOSTERONE HORMONES IN MALE RATS WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES Imelda Montes Monika Simanungkalit; Jekson Martiar Siahaan; Hendrika Silitonga
Multidiciplinary Output Research For Actual and International Issue (MORFAI) Vol. 4 No. 4 (2024): Multidiciplinary Output Research For Actual and International Issue
Publisher : RADJA PUBLIKA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54443/morfai.v4i4.2414

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This study aimed to analyze the effects of chayote (Sechium edule Jacq. Swartz) extract and fractions on male reproductive function, specifically by observing Malondialdehyde (MDA) levels and testosterone hormones, in a rat model of type 2 diabetes. The study used a laboratory experimental method with a posttest-only controlled group design on male Wistar rats. The rats were randomized into 17 groups, including a negative control group, a positive control group, and groups that received ethanol extract, n-hexane fraction, ethyl acetate, and water of chayote at doses of 50 mg/KgBW, 100 mg/KgBW, and 150 mg/KgBW. The results showed that the ethanol extract, n-hexane fraction, and ethyl acetate of chayote can reduce MDA activity and increase testosterone hormone levels in male white rats (Rattus novergicus) induced by streptozotocin, NA, and HFD. This study suggests that chayote has the potential to be used as a natural ingredient to improve male reproductive function in people with type 2 diabetes.
Systemic Barriers to Postpartum Midwifery Visits and Their Effect on Exclusive Breastfeeding in Rural Indonesia Ariani, Peny; Ariescha, Putri Ayu Yessy; Bahar, Dinillah Salsabila; Siahaan, Jekson Martiar; Sari, Nurmala
Contagion: Scientific Periodical Journal of Public Health and Coastal Health Vol 7, No 2 (2025): CONTAGION
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, Medan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30829/contagion.v7i2.24285

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Postpartum visits by independent midwives play a critical role in initiating and sustaining exclusive breastfeeding. However, operational and institutional barriers may compromise their effectiveness, particularly in semi‑urban and rural settings such as Deli Tua District. This study examined the association between these barriers and exclusive breastfeeding practices among mothers in Deli Tua. A quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted in 2025, involving all independent midwives in the district (n = 85) and a purposive sample of 120 postpartum mothers (1-6 weeks post-delivery). Data were collected using structured questionnaires and analyzed through Chi-Square tests and multivariate logistic regression at a 95% confidence level. Key barriers negatively associated with exclusive breastfeeding included lack of government incentives (OR = 0.23; 95% CI: 0.09-0.61; p = 0.004), excessive workload and fatigue (OR = 0.33; 95% CI: 0.14-0.78; p = 0.013), high operational costs (OR = 0.38; 95% CI: 0.17-0.83; p = 0.015), and limited time for visits (OR = 0.43; 95% CI: 0.19-0.96; p = 0.043). Conversely, institutional support from health centers significantly increased the likelihood of breastfeeding success (OR = 2.01; 95% CI: 1.01-4.01; p = 0.046). Socio-cultural factors such as stigma and customary practices showed no significant association. To enhance the effectiveness of postpartum care and promote exclusive breastfeeding, the study recommends implementing performance-based incentives, reducing workload burdens, providing financial subsidies, and establishing standardized visit-time guidelines. Strengthening cross-sectoral collaboration and resource allocation is essential to improve service delivery and breastfeeding outcomes. Keywords: Exclusive breastfeeding, postpartum care, health system barriers, community midwives, maternal health services
The Association Between the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Committee's Performance and Compliance With the Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in Sembiring Hospital Meliala, Alprindo Sembiring; Efrata, Efrata; Sitorus, Friska Ernita; Hariati, Hariati; Girsang, Rostiodertina; Zuliawati, Zuliawati; Siahaan, Jekson Martiar
Contagion: Scientific Periodical Journal of Public Health and Coastal Health Vol 7, No 3 (2025): CONTAGION
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, Medan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30829/contagion.v7i3.25519

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Hospitals play a critical role in preventing nosocomial infections, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is a key strategy for protecting healthcare workers and preventing pathogen transmission. This cross-sectional quantitative study aimed to assess the influence of the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Committee's performance on PPE compliance at Sembiring Hospital. A total of 57 healthcare workers participated and were surveyed using structured questionnaires. Data were analysed using univariate, bivariate (Chi-square) and multivariate (logistic regression) methods. All IPC performance indicators, surveillance, supervision, policy and procedure development, training, education effectiveness, participation and collaboration, and PPE availability, were significantly associated with PPE compliance. Multivariate analysis showed that education effectiveness had a significant effect on compliance (p = 0.002; Exp(B) = 16.655; 95% CI: 2.707?90.543). These findings suggest that strengthening the IPC Committee's role in delivering effective education is essential to improve PPE compliance among healthcare workers. For policy and practice, hospitals should prioritise continuous IPC training programmes and institutionalise periodic competency assessments to enhance adherence to PPE protocols and safeguard both staff and patients Keywords: IPC Committee, PPE Compliance, Infection Prevention, Hospital Policy
FORMULASI NANOPARTIKEL DARI LIMBAH EKSTRAK KULIT NANAS (Ananas comosus L.) DALAM BENTUK TEH SEDUHAN Rahmi, Sofia; Sari, Rika Puspita; Harahap, Nurul Dahlia; Siahaan, Jekson Martiar; Mega, Juli Yosa; Silalahi, Yosy Cinthya Eriwaty
JURNAL FARMASI, SAINS, dan KESEHATAN Vol. 5 No. 2 (2026): FARMASAINKES: JURNAL FARMASI, SAINS dan KESEHATAN
Publisher : Fakultas Farmasi Universitas Muslim Nusantara Al Washliyah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32696/farmasainkes.v5i2.6263

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Limbah kulit nenas memiliki kandungan gizi karbohidrat, protein, gula reduksi, serat kasar dan air. Kulit nenas juga memiliki metabolit sekunder alkaloid, flavonoid, saponin dan tanin. Spesifikasi dari senyawa flavonoid ekstrak kulit nenas yaitu senyawa kuersetin. Limbah kulit nenas jika dikonsumsi dalam bentuk rebusan kurang diminati karena berbau langu atau jamu. Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk memanfaatkan limbah kulit nanas menjadi sediaan nanopartikel dalam bentuk teh seduhan. Pembuatan nanopartikel ekstrak diawali dari pembuatan ekstrak dan kemudian dilakukan pencampuran dengan bahan kitosan serta NaTPP dengan perbandingan (1:1:1; 1:5:1 dan 1:10:1), kemudian dihomogenizer dengan kecepatan 4000 rpm selama 90 menit dan freeze drying selama 1x24 jam untuk mendapatkan nanopartikel kering. Dilakukan evaluasi sediaan seperti organoleptis, ukuran partikel, dan zeta potensial. Hasil yang pada organoleptis yaitu berwarna coklat, berbau khas dan berbentuk bubuk. Hasil ukuran partikel diperoleh F3 memiliki ukuran partikel terkecil (145,267±0.06) nm dan zeta potensial (30.27±0.12) mV. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini yaitu F3 (ekstrak:kitosan:NaTPP dengan perbandingan 1:10:1) memiliki hasil terbaik dibandingkan formula lainnya.
Pengaruh Infusa Daun Kelor (Moringa oleifera) terhadap Penurunan Kadar Glukosa Darah dan Kolesterol Total pada Mencit (Mus musculus) yang Mengalami Ulkus Diabetikum: Pengaruh Infusa Daun Kelor (Moringa oleifera) Napitupulu, Helen Debora; Siahaan, Jekson Martiar; Simangunsong, Batara
Jurnal Kedokteran Methodist Vol. 17 No. 1 (2024): Jurnal Kedokteran Methodist
Publisher : Universitas Methodist Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46880/jkm.v17i1.1671

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Background: Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease in the form of metabolic disorders, which is characterized by blood glucose levels (BGL) that exceed normal limits and are accompanied by disorders of carbohydrate, lipid, and protein metabolism, as a result of abnormalities in insulin secretion. Diabetics are known to have slow wound healing. Moringa oleifera leaves contain flavonoid compounds, which can reduce glucose absorption. Objective: This study aims to determine the effect of Moringa leaf infusion on blood sugar levels, glucose tolerance, cholesterol levels, body weight, and speed of wound healing in mice model. Method  : A total of 25 male mice aged 2-3 months weighing 25-30 grams were divided into 5 experimental groups namely: negative control, positive control, 10% Moringa infusion, 20% infusion, 30% infusion. The negative control was not given any treatment. Positive controls were induced by high fat diet and PTU and given sucrose for 3 weeks. The infusion group was the same as the positive control but at the end of each week, 10%, 20%, and 30% Moringa leaf infusion were given successively. Moringa leaf intervention was given for 3 weeks after feed induction and observations were made at that range. The wound was made after feeding induction on the back 1 cm long. Result  : Moringa leaf infusion had a significant effect on reducing the levels of each variable, namely a dose of 10% on body weight, a dose of 30% on KGD, 20% on KGD with glucose loading, 20% on cholesterol, and 20% on wound closure, which proved based on the results of statistical tests. Conclusion: Moringa leaf infusion can reduce blood sugar levels, blood sugar levels by loading glucose, cholesterol levels, body weight, and accelerate wound healing in mice induced by sucrose, high fat diet, and PTU.
Bakti Sosial Operasi Katarak dalam Meningkatkan Fungsi Penglihatan dan Produktivitas Masyarakat Kurang Mampu di Tebing Tinggi Sucipto, Sucipto; Anto, Endy Juli; Ronald T. H. Tambunan; Frengky S. Manullang; Widjaya Taufik Tiji; Tengku M. Fauzi; Jadeny Sinatra; Juli Jamnasi; Jekson Martiar Siahaan
Jurnal Pengabdian Pada Masyarakat METHABDI Vol 5 No 2 (2025): Jurnal Pengabdian Pada Masyarakat METHABDI
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Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness worldwide and a major public health challenge, particularly among underserved populations in Indonesia. This community service activity aimed to restore vision and improve quality of life for underprivileged cataract patients through free cataract surgery provided by Lions Club Medan Angkasa and Lions Club Tebing Tinggi Royal in collaboration with Tebing Tinggi Police Department and Bhayangkara Hospital. The surgical camp was conducted on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at RS Bhayangkara Tebing Tinggi, in commemoration of the 79th Bhayangkara Anniversary. The activity included preoperative screening, phacoemulsification cataract surgery, pterygium excision, and postoperative care. A total of 79 patients participated: 73 cataract cases and 6 pterygium cases. Experienced ophthalmologists successfully performed all surgeries using modern surgical techniques. Post-operative evaluation showed significant visual improvement in 98% of patients. This initiative demonstrates the effectiveness of multi-sector collaboration in addressing preventable blindness and highlights the crucial role of community-based organizations in supporting healthcare access for marginalized populations.
Implementasi Support Group Berbasis Resiliensi Dalam Meningkatkan Kualitas Hidup Lansia Hipertensi Data, Hariati; Sitorus, Friska Ernita; Girsang, Rostiodertina; Siahaan, Jekson Martiar
Health Community Service Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Nopember 2025
Publisher : Information Technology and Science (ITScience)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47709/hcs.v3i2.8132

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Hypertension is one of the most prevalent chronic diseases among older adults and significantly affects their physical, psychological, and social well-being. Community-based psychosocial interventions are essential to improve self-management and quality of life among elderly individuals with hypertension. This community service program aimed to implement a resilience-based support group to enhance adaptive coping mechanisms and overall quality of life among elderly hypertensive patients. The program was conducted over six sessions involving health education, stress management training, peer sharing, spiritual reinforcement, and lifestyle modification guidance. Thirty-five elderly participants were involved. Evaluation was conducted using pre–post knowledge assessment and WHOQOL-BREF-based quality of life indicators. The results showed a 38% increase in hypertension-related knowledge, a 26% improvement in psychological well-being scores, and increased social engagement among participants. The resilience-based support group proved effective in strengthening emotional regulation, medication adherence, and social support. Integrating structured support groups into primary healthcare services is recommended to ensure sustainable community empowerment in elderly hypertension management.
Implementasi Support Group Berbasis Resiliensi Dalam Meningkatkan Kualitas Hidup Lansia Hipertensi Hariati, Hariati; Sitorus, Friska Ernita; Girsang, Rostiodertina; Siahaan, Jekson Martiar
Health Community Service Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Nopember 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47709/hcs.v3i2.8134

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Hipertensi merupakan penyakit kronis yang banyak dialami lansia dan berdampak pada kesejahteraan fisik, psikologis, serta sosial. Pengelolaan hipertensi pada kelompok usia lanjut memerlukan pendekatan yang tidak hanya berfokus pada pemeriksaan tekanan darah, tetapi juga memperkuat dukungan psikososial dan kemampuan adaptif. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan mengimplementasikan support group berbasis resiliensi untuk meningkatkan kualitas hidup lansia hipertensi. Kegiatan dilaksanakan selama enam sesi pada 35 lansia hipertensi usia 60 tahun ke atas di wilayah kerja puskesmas. Intervensi mencakup edukasi hipertensi, penguatan resiliensi, manajemen stres, sharing pengalaman, penguatan spiritual, dan komitmen perubahan perilaku. Evaluasi dilakukan melalui pre-test dan post-test pengetahuan, observasi partisipasi, serta pengukuran indikator kualitas hidup berdasarkan domain fisik, psikologis, dan sosial. Hasil menunjukkan peningkatan skor pengetahuan dari 56 menjadi 77, peningkatan domain fisik dari 60 menjadi 70, domain psikologis dari 55 menjadi 69, dan domain sosial dari 58 menjadi 74. Sebagian peserta juga mulai lebih teratur berolahraga, patuh minum obat, dan mampu mengelola stres. Temuan ini menunjukkan bahwa support group berbasis resiliensi relevan sebagai strategi pemberdayaan komunitas untuk meningkatkan kualitas hidup lansia hipertensi.
SOSIALISASI PENGGUNAAN TES CEPAT MOLEKULER (TCM) UNTUK DETEKSI DINI TUBERKULOSIS (TBC) BAGI KADER KESEHATAN DI PUSKESMAS DELI TUA Jekson Martiar Siahaan; Nurmala Sari; Firdaus Fahdi; Vitrilina Hutabarat
Pengabdian Deli Sumatera Vol 4 No 1 (2025): Artikel Pengabdian Juli 2025
Publisher : LLPM Universitas Deli Sumatera

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Kader kesehatan memiliki kerentanan tinggi terhadap paparan Tuberkulosis (TBC), yang disebabkan oleh infeksi Mycobacterium tuberculosis dan menular melalui percikan dahak penderita. Risiko ini semakin meningkat karena kader sering berinteraksi langsung dengan pasien saat memberikan edukasi maupun pelayanan kesehatan di puskesmas. Kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk: (1) mengidentifikasi tingkat risiko infeksi TBC pada kader kesehatan di Puskesmas Deli Tua, (2) menganalisis faktor-faktor yang memengaruhinya, serta (3) mengevaluasi strategi pencegahan melalui edukasi dan pemeriksaan laboratorium. Metode yang digunakan mencakup pelatihan kader guna meningkatkan kewaspadaan, serta penerapan Tes Cepat Molekuler (TCM) yang mampu mempercepat dan meningkatkan akurasi pemeriksaan TBC dibandingkan metode mikroskopis konvensional. Hasil pengabdian menunjukkan bahwa pelatihan mampu meningkatkan pengetahuan dan sikap kader dalam pencegahan infeksi, sementara TCM terbukti efektif dalam mempercepat diagnosis TBC sehingga pengobatan dapat segera diberikan. Dengan demikian, kegiatan ini tidak hanya memperkuat kapasitas kader kesehatan, tetapi juga berkontribusi pada upaya penanggulangan TBC di masyarakat.
EDUKASI MASYARAKAT TENTANG PENGARUH TERAPI KEDOKTERAN KERJA TERHADAP PEMULIHAN PASCA PENYAKIT STROKE BERDASARKAN ASPEK FISIOLOGIS DI RSU SEMBIRING Jekson Martiar Siahaan; Nurmala Sari; Firdaus Fahdi; Vitrilina Hutabarat
Pengabdian Deli Sumatera Vol 3 No 2 (2024): Artikel Pengabdian Juli 2024
Publisher : LLPM Universitas Deli Sumatera

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Penyakit stroke adalah salah satu salah satu kondisi medis yang memiliki dampak besar terhadap kualitas hidup penderitanya. Stroke terjadi akibat gangguan aliran darah ke otak yang bisa menyebabkan kerusakan permanen pada jaringan otak. Dampak yang ditimbulkan oleh stroke acapkali berupa kelumpuhan, gangguan bicara, penurunan fungsi motorik, dan masalah lainnya yang sangat mempengaruhi kehidupan sehari-hari pasien. Data dari World Health Organization (WHO) menunjukkan bahwa stroke adalah penyebab utama kecacatan fisik dan kematian di seluruh dunia, termasuk di Indonesia. Angka kejadian stroke yang tinggi di Indonesia menuntut perhatian lebih dalam hal penanganan dan pemulihan pasca-stroke.
Co-Authors Ade Setiowati Agnes Imelda Manurung Ahmad Abiyyu Muda Lubis Ainun, Nur Azizah Alex M. T. LumbanRaja Alprindo Sembiring Meliala Ardinata, Dedi - Ariani, Peny Ariescha, Putri Ayu Yessy Atmawidjaja, Rachmat Atta Celine Nouli Saruksuk Bahar, Dinillah Salsabila Barukh Saro Talenta Zebua Br Purba, Debora May Sary Br. T. Tambun, Gita Sradha Budi Darmanta Sembiring Butar-Butar, Harry Chalil, M. Jalaluddin A. Cristian Marito Siregar Damanik, Irene Data, Hariati Daulay, Agus Husein Diani Nazma Dina Riani Purba Dona Pasaribu Dwi Lunarta Doderina Siahaan Efbertias Sitorus Efrata, Efrata Eka Samuel P. Hutasoit Elvana, Ayu Endy Juli Anto Endy Juli Anto Endy Juli Anto endyjulianto endyjulianto Fadinie, Wulan FAHDI, FIRDAUS Fauzi, Tengku M. Fauzi, Tengku Muhammad Firdaus Fahdi Frengky S. Manullang Friska Ernita Sitorus Girsang, Rostiodertina Girsang, Rostiodertina Hadyanto Lim Hadyanto Lim Hakim, Enggrek Pelita Hamdi, Tasrif Harahap, Nurul Dahlia Hariati Hariati Hariati, Hariati Hendrika A. Silitonga Hendrika Silitonga Hutagalung, Mangatas Halomoan Parluhutan Hutagalung, Sanggam B. Hutagalung, Sanggam Bangun Hutapea, Kenal P. Hutasoit, Eka Samuel P. Ilyas, Syaffrudin Imelda Montes Monika Simanungkalit Indra Satrio Anantha Hasugian Irene Ruminta Tua Damanik Irfan Hamdani, Irfan Irina, Sinta Jadeny Sinarta Jadeny Sinatra Jadeny Sinatra Jan Pieter Sihombing Jenita Oktavia Panjaitan Jones Simatupang Juli Anto, Endy Juli Jamnasi Juli Jamnasi Juli Jamnasi Juli Y. Mega kenvin rusli Laura Octavina Siagian Lesmana Syahrir Lesmana Syahrir, Lesmana Lubis, Andriamuri P. Maestro B. U. Simanjuntak Maludin Panjaitan Manik, Widya Dayanti Feronika Manullang, Frengky S. Maria, Lasma Mega, Juli Yosa Menang Bastanta Tarigan Momot, Estela Salomina Mutiara Dwi Yanti Nababan, Manaor Bismar Posman Nababan, Titus Imanuel Nadapdap, Thomson P. Nainggolan, Ranatha NH Nainggolan, Serevina Napitupulu, Helen Debora Natalie S., Karen Noviola Sari Kusuma Sagala Nurmala Sari Nurmala Sari Pakpahan, Edwin Anto Panataria, Lince Romauli Panjaitan, Bintang Andika Panjaitan, Goklas Parhusip, Rudolf S. Pasaribu, Sumihar Paul Saut Marganda L Tobing Pengarapen Tarigan Perangin-angin, Guntur Pratiwi, Ade Dwi Purba, Amril Purba, Tetty Junita Putri C. Eyanoer Putri Chairani Eyanoer Putri Chairani Eyanoer, Putri Chairani Rahmi, Sofia Ria Oktavia Ricke Loesnihari Rifqi Aufan Rika Puspita Sari Rimbun, Surjadi Ronald T. H. Tambunan Ronald T. H. Tambunan Sagala, Daniela Salamon, Yuda Monang Salomo G. U. Simanjuntak Salomo Garda Utama Simanjuntak Salomo Garda Utama Simanjuntak Sanggam B Hutagalung Sanggam B. Hutagalung SARAGIH, MEYLIN KRISTINA Sari, Nur Mala Sembiring, Bob Agustinus Sembiring, Budi Darmanta Sembiring, Mikael Siahaan, Dwi Lunarta D. S. Sihaloho, Kerin Repaskatri Sihaloho, Lovian Nauli Sihombing, Amordekhai Imvan Parlindungan Sihombing, Parsaoran Sihotang, Ruth Wydia Wati Sijabat, Kesia Silaen, Ester L. R. Silalahi, Veraci Silangit, Thomas Silitonga, Hendrika Adriana Silitonga, Hendrika Andriana Silitonga, Hendrika Andriani Simangunsong, Batara Simanjuntak , Salomo G. U. Simanjuntak, Jeremia Simanjuntak, Maestro Simanjuntak, Maestro Bina Utama Simanjuntak, Pantas Simanjuntak, Salomo Garda Utama Simanjuntak, Salomo Garda Utama Simatupang, Aditia Erick Cantona Simbolon, Boyke M. Sinatra, Jadeny Sinurat, Suryati Sirait, Kilian Sitepu, John Frans Siti Normi, Siti Sitompul, Michael Sabatino Sitorus, Friska Ernita Sitorus, Ragnar Oktavianus Situngkir, Jesica Damayanti Stephanie S., Kezia Sucipto Sucipto Surjani, Lylys Suryati Sinurat Suryati Sinurat Syahputra, Fahmi Tambunan, Nur Lela E. Tambunan, Ronald T. H. Tambunan, Ronald Tunggul Hotmarojahan Tampubolon, Ruth Septianna Br. Tanjung, Qodri F. Tarigan, Gracecilia Tarigan, Juliyanti Tarigan, Leonardo Tarigan, Menang Bastanta Tengku M. Fauzi Tengku M. Fauzi Tengku Muhammad Fauzi Tiji, Widjaya Taufik Tiji, Wijaya Taufik Tim Lions Club Medan Angkasa Tobing, Paul S. M. L. Urip Harahap Vandem Samuel Purba Vitrilina Hutabarat Vivian Vivian Widjaya Taufik Tiji Wijaya, Mega Yohanna Agustina Sinaga Yosy Cinthya Eriwaty Silalahi YUNAFRI, ANDRI Zainumi, Cut M. Zuliawati, Zuliawati