Golden Ratio of Community Services and Dedication
Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026): May - October

Improving Community Health Literacy through Health Information Management Education in Wollangi Village

Muh. Chandra Alim (muh.chandraalim@unsilbar.ac.id)
Suci Safwa Salsabila (Institut Batari Toja Bone)
Nursuciyani Jamal (Institut Batari Toja Bone)
Nur Akifa Sartika Putri (Institut Batari Toja Bone)



Article Info

Publish Date
19 Oct 2026

Abstract

Health literacy is essential for rural communities to make informed, safe, and effective health decisions. However, the widespread use of digital media and social media has exposed rural populations to unverified health claims and medical misinformation. This community service program aimed to improve health literacy among residents of Wollangi Village through structured education on health information management. The program employed a four-stage intervention framework comprising identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The educational materials addressed four core dimensions of health literacy: accessing, understanding, appraising, and applying health information. Participants were also introduced to practical information verification guidelines based on the “5T” principles (Telusuri, Tinjau, Tanggal, Temukan, and Tanyakan). The interventions included interactive community workshops, digital health education, the distribution of educational materials, and capacity-building activities for local health cadres. Pre-test and post-test evaluations indicated improvements in participants’ health knowledge, critical appraisal of online health information, and use of accredited health sources. These findings highlight the role of health administration in fostering collaboration among stakeholders to promote sustainable health literacy in rural communities.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

grcsd

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Subject

Humanities Social Sciences

Description

The aim of the Golden Ratio of Community Services and Dedication (GRCSD) is to disseminate the conceptual thoughts or ideas and research results that have been achieved in the area of community services. Golden Ratio of Community Services and Dedication (GRCSD), particularly focuses on the main ...