Traditional Malaria Eye Drops Treatment Measures Based on Local Knowledge (Study in Manusa Village, Inamosol District)

Lattu, Joma Chyntia
Adi, Mateus Sakundarno
Sutiningsih, Dwi

Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan IPA (JPPIPA)
Vol 11 No 2 (2025): February

This study analyzed traditional eye drop treatment based on local knowledge in Manusa Village, West Seram Regency, which is known as a malaria endemic area. The research method used a descriptive design with a cross-sectional approach, the validity of the instrument showed a calculated r value > r table, and reliability showed a Cronbach's Alpha value = 0.754. The results of the study revealed that 81.4% of the community believed this treatment was safe and passed down from generation to generation, 95.1% did not report any dangerous reactions, and 100% believed Kenar leaves could cure malaria. As many as 48% of the community reported no longer being positive for malaria after using this method. This traditional treatment is considered effective, safe, and based on local resources.