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Educational Class Program Effectively Improves Adolescents’ Knowledge on Hypertension Maisa, Benny Alexander; Taufiqa, Zuhrah; Lisrha, Nayla; Volasoohy, Navila Samsa
Media Karya Kesehatan Vol 8, No 2 (2025): Media Karya Kesehatan
Publisher : Universitas Padjadjaran

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24198/mkk.v8i2.64196

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The prevalence of hypertension among adolescents continues to rise both nationally and globally. Hypertension at a young age often goes undetected and carries the risk of leading to serious complications later in life, including cardiovascular disease, stroke, kidney failure, and even death. The lack of adolescent knowledge regarding risk factors, symptoms, prevention, and the long-term impact of hypertension remains a major barrier to effective health promotion and prevention efforts. This activity aimed to enhance adolescent knowledge of hypertension—its definition, risk factors, symptoms, prevention, and management—through a structured, interactive educational class program. The program was implemented on three main stages: preparation, implementation (including material presentation and discussion), and evaluation through pre- and post-tests to a total of 29 student representatives from schools and universities in Padang City, with an average age of 18 years, participated. The results showed a significant increase in knowledge scores (p < 0.001), with mean pre-test and post-test scores of 15.04 ± 2.6 and 18.52 ± 0.94, respectively (Δ = 3.48). Significant improvements were observed in general knowledge of hypertension, risk factors, symptoms and consequences, dietary prevention strategies, and hypertension management (p < 0.01). These findings indicate that the educational class program was effective in improving adolescent health literacy regarding hypertension. It is recommended that this health education intervention be expanded to strengthen hypertension prevention efforts among young age groups. Keywords: Adolescent hypertension, educational class program, prevention, healthy behavior. 
Potential Application of Bioactive Gambir Gum as a Next-Gen Oral Care Product: An In Vitro Study on Streptococcus mutans Reduction and Salivary pH Modulation Volasoohy, Navila Samsa; Azzuchri, M. Rofif; Mashfufah, Mutia Erliza; Abrar, Davin; Rosyadi, M. Zidan; Taufiqa, Zuhrah
International Journal of Health Engineering and Technology Vol. 4 No. 5 (2026): IJHESS JANUARY 2026
Publisher : CV. AFDIFAL MAJU BERKAH

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55227/ijhet.v4i5.496

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Dental caries is the most prevalent oral health problem in Indonesia. Caries occurs due to bacterial colonization, primarily by Streptococcus mutans. Prevention of dental caries can be achieved by utilizing gambier (Uncaria gambier, Roxb) as an antimicrobial agent in the form of chewing gum combined with xylitol. This study aimed to develop an innovative bioactive formulation of gambier gum and to determine its effectiveness in reducing Streptococcus mutans colony counts and increasing salivary pH, both of which play roles in improving oral health and hygiene. This experimental study was conducted at the Biomedical Laboratory, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Negeri Padang, from July to October 2025. Three formulations of gambier gum containing catechin concentrations of 0%, 70%, and 95% were tested for effectiveness by mixing them with participants’ saliva samples. The results showed a reduction in Streptococcus mutans colony counts compared to the control. Culture results of gambier gum with 0%, 70%, and 95% catechin demonstrated reductions of 40%, 60%, and 100%, respectively, relative to the control colonies. pH measurements indicated that gambier gum with 95% catechin prevented the saliva from becoming acidic. The gambier gum formulation containing 95% catechin exhibited the greatest antimicrobial effectiveness.
Macronutrient and Micronutrient Analysis of Bilih Fish-Based Finger Food as a Local Food Innovation from West Sumatra to Support the Nutrition of Pregnant Women Adhyatmoko, Fadhil Acedya; Cahyo, Figo Dwi; Fathny, Dita Zahratul; Volasoohy, Navila Samsa; Rusdha, Salma Nasira; Taufiqa, Zuhrah
International Journal of Health Engineering and Technology Vol. 4 No. 5 (2026): IJHESS JANUARY 2026
Publisher : CV. AFDIFAL MAJU BERKAH

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55227/ijhet.v4i5.499

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West Sumatra faces a nutritional paradox in which low birth weight prevalence (6.4%) coexists with high stunting rates (24.9%), indicating chronic maternal micronutrient deficiencies during pregnancy. This study aimed to develop a local food innovation in the form of bilih fish (Mystacoleucus padangensis)-based finger food and analyze its macronutrient and micronutrient content to support maternal nutrition. A descriptive observational design with laboratory analysis based on Indonesian National Standards (SNI) was used. The results showed that the bilih fish finger food had an energy density of 188.19 kcal/100 g, a crunchy texture, and minimal fishy aroma, making it suitable for pregnant women, including those with emesis gravidarum. The protein content reached 16.52 g/100 g, fulfilling approximately 55–80% of the additional daily protein requirements during pregnancy. Zinc content was 1.32 mg/100 g (13.22 mg/kg), higher than several other local food sources such as dadiah and eggs. In conclusion, bilih fish-based finger food has strong potential as a functional local food to address maternal micronutrient deficiencies and serve as a preventive strategy to reduce stunting risk in West Sumatra starting from the intrauterine period.