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Carolina, Yoan
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The Relationship Between Nail Hygiene and the Incidence of Intestinal Parasite Infections (Intestinal Parasites) in Scavengers at Final Disposal Sites (TPA) Terjun Village, Medan Marelan District, Medan Hutagaol, Crisny; Siahaan, Lambok; Haryani, Adelina; Sitanggang, Maria; Carolina, Yoan; Shinaya, Shinaya
Riwayat: Educational Journal of History and Humanities Vol 8, No 4 (2025): Oktober, Social Issues and Problems in Society
Publisher : Universitas Syiah Kuala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/jr.v8i4.49003

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Background. Intestinal parasitic infections are a global problem in humans, especially in developing countries. Indonesia has an intestinal parasitic infection prevalence rate of 45-65%. Intestinal parasitic infections are caused by helminths, namely Ascaris lumbricoides, Hookworms, Trichuris trichiura, and protozoa. The mode of transmission is ingestion of eggs or other infective forms. Nails are the body part that transmits infective forms of intestinal parasites orally. Scavengers work to sort garbage and have contact with the ground with a high risk of intestinal parasite infection. Objective. To determine the relationship between nail hygiene and the incidence of intestinal parasitic infections in waste pickers at Terjun landfill. Methods. Observational analytic research design with cross sectional method. Primary data was obtained from 121 waste pickers by interviewing based on questionnaires, collecting nails and feces in Terjun Village, Medan Marelan District. Samples were examined using a light microscope with 100x and 400x magnification at the Parasitology Laboratory, Faculty of Medicine, University of North Sumatra. Results. Four intestinal parasites were found in the nails and 18 intestinal parasites in the feces of scavengers. There were 95 people (78.5%) with healthy nails and 74 people (66.8%) with poor hand hygiene. Conclusion. There is a relationship between hand hygiene and nail health with a p value of 0.000. There is a relationship between nail hygiene and infection
Prevalence and Risk Factors of Trichuris trichiura Infection among Elementary School Students in Palipi District, Samosir Regency, North Sumatera, Indonesia Sembiring, Elly Susanti Br.; Siahaan, Lambok; Lubis, Inke Nadia Diniyanti; Carolina, Yoan; Adriztina, Indri
Jurnal Epidemiologi Kesehatan Komunitas Vol 11, No 1: Februari 2026
Publisher : Master of Epidemiology, Faculty of Public Health, Diponegoro University, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14710/jekk.v11i1.31287

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Background: Infection with Trichuris trichiura continues to affect populations in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly school-aged children living in environments with inadequate sanitation. This study was conducted to estimate the prevalence of T. trichiura infection and to identify associated risk factors among elementary school students in Palipi District, Samosir Regency, North Sumatra, Indonesia.Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted from January to March 2025 in five elementary schools in Palipi District, Samosir Regency. A total of 109 students who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria and agreed to participate were recruited through school-based screening. Stool samples were examined using the Kato–Katz method at the Parasitology Laboratory, Universitas Sumatera Utara. Data on handwashing habits, diarrhea history, stunting status, and nail hygiene were collected using structured assessments. Anthropometric measurements and hematological parameters were also recorded. The data analysis involved descriptive statistical methods and chi-square testing, with statistical significance set at p < 0.05.Result: The prevalence of trichuris trichiura infection was 14.7%. Diarrhea was significantly associated with infection (p = 0.010), while stunting, handwashing with soap, and nail hygiene were not significantly associated (p > 0.05). Infected children showed slightly lower mean height, BMI, and hemoglobin levels; however, these differences were not statistically significant..Conclusion : Trichuris trichiura infection remains a public health concern among elementary school students in Palipi District. Diarrhea was significantly associated with infection. Strengthening hygiene promotion and sanitation programs at the school and community levels may help reduce transmission.
Co-Authors Haryani, Adelina Hutagaol, Crisny Indri Adriztina Inke Nadia Diniyanti Lubis, Inke Nadia Diniyanti Lambok Siahaan Sembiring, Elly Susanti Br. Shinaya, Shinaya Sitanggang, Maria