Abdimas Polsaka: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat
Vol 2 No 2 (2023): Abdimas Polsaka

Community Empowerment to Increase Knowledge About Tuberculosis

Ayu Rahmadani, Risna (Unknown)
Asliana Sainal, Andi (Unknown)
Suprapto, Suprapto (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
09 Sep 2023

Abstract

Tuberculosis remains a significant global health problem, affecting millions of people worldwide. Community empowerment to increase knowledge about TB is key in overcoming the challenges faced by this disease. The method of implementing community service activities in the form of counseling efforts to provide understanding for the community about tuberculosis using demonstrations and role play. The result of community service is that there is an increase in public knowledge that the community will have a better understanding of TB, including symptoms, modes of transmission, and preventive measures. It can be concluded that there is an increase in public knowledge that people will have a better understanding of TB, including symptoms, modes of transmission, and preventive measures. Collaboration between academic institutions, government, NGOs, and local communities is key to success in implementing education strategies and awareness campaigns. Through sustained efforts and adaptation to local needs, community empowerment in increasing knowledge about TB can help significantly reduce the burden of the disease

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Journal Info

Abbrev

abdimaspolsaka

Publisher

Subject

Health Professions Nursing Public Health

Description

Aim Abdimas Polsaka is a medium for academicians, government, private companies, and social institutions to communicate community empowerment activities. Each published article is expected to provide new insights and inspire activities elsewhere on related issues. Scope This journal focuses on ...