International Journal of Health Sciences
International Journal of Health Sciences (IJHS) is an international peer-reviewed journal published by the Association of Teachers and Lecturers throughout Indonesia. This Journal of Health Sciences is open access and aims to share and promote the quality of community services by applying science and technology to help people or solve some of the problems of everyday life. The journal publishes 7 articles for each volume four times a year in March, June, September and December. If you are interested, we encourage you to read our policies and author guidelines.
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<![CDATA[Multivariate Analysis Of Infertility Risk Factors In Fertile Age Couples ]]>
<![CDATA[Syahridayanti Syahridayanti]]>;
<![CDATA[Surtikanti Surtikanti]]>;
<![CDATA[Marwan Ahmad Ganoko]]>;
<![CDATA[Rezqiqah Aulia Rahmat]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): IJHS : International Journal of Health Sciences ]]>
Publisher : <![CDATA[Asosiasi Guru dan Dosen Seluruh Indonesia ]]>
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DOI: 10.59585/ijhs.v4i1.1153
<![CDATA[Infertility is a reproductive health problem that impacts the biological, psychological, and social aspects of couples of childbearing age (PUS). Various factors such as age, body mass index (BMI), history of infection, hormonal disorders, and lifestyle are suspected to play a role in the occurrence of infertility. This study aims to analyze the risk factors for infertility in couples of childbearing age using a multivariate approach. The study used a case-control design with a sample of 120 respondents (60 infertility cases and 60 fertile controls). Data were collected through structured interviews and medical record reviews. Analysis was performed using multiple logistic regression to determine the dominant risk factors. The results showed that the wife's age ≥35 years (OR=3.8; p=0.002), a history of reproductive tract infections (OR=4.5; p=0.001), an abnormal BMI (OR=2.9; p=0.010), and the husband's smoking habit (OR=3.2; p=0.005) were significant risk factors for infertility. The dominant factor was a history of reproductive tract infections. It is concluded that infertility is multifactorial and requires a comprehensive approach in its prevention and treatment.]]>
<![CDATA[Effectiveness Of Balance Exercise On Improving Postural Balance: An Experimental Study ]]>
<![CDATA[Baiq Nurainun Apriani Idris]]>;
<![CDATA[Rahmat Pannyiwi]]>;
<![CDATA[Yudi Muammar]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): IJHS : International Journal of Health Sciences ]]>
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DOI: 10.59585/ijhs.v4i1.1157
<![CDATA[ABSTRACT Postural balance is the body's ability to maintain a stable position while still or moving. Balance disorders increase the risk of falls, especially in adults and the elderly . Exercise is a non-pharmacological intervention aimed at improving postural control through proprioceptive training and muscle strengthening. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of balance exercises. The effect of exercise on improving postural balance . The study used a quasi-experimental design with a pretest - posttest approach. with control group . The sample consisted of 40 respondents divided into intervention (n=20) and control (n=20) groups. The exercises were carried out for 4 weeks (3 times/week). Balance was measured using the Berg Balance Scale (BBS). The results showed a significant increase in BBS scores in the intervention group compared to the control (p < 0.001). It was concluded that balance Effective exercise significantly improves postural balance. Keywords: Balance Exercise , Postural Balance , Fall Risk, Proprioceptive Training]]>
<![CDATA[Analysis of the Effectiveness of Cold Therapy (Ice Compress) on Reducing Patient Pain Intensity ]]>
<![CDATA[Fitriani. K]]>;
<![CDATA[Rezqiqah Aulia Rahmat]]>;
<![CDATA[Sahalia Sahalia]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): IJHS : International Journal of Health Sciences ]]>
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DOI: 10.59585/ijhs.v4i1.1161
<![CDATA[ABSTRACT Pain is a physiological and psychological response often experienced by patients due to trauma, inflammation, or medical procedures. Non-pharmacological therapies such as ice compresses (cold therapy) are widely used as simple interventions to reduce pain. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of cold therapy in reducing pain intensity in patients. The study used a quasi-independent design. experiment with a pretest – posttest approach without control group . A sample of 40 patients with complaints of mild to moderate acute pain was selected using purposive sampling. Pain intensity was measured using Numeric Rating Pain Scale (NRS) before and after applying ice compresses for 15 minutes. Data analysis used a paired t- test . The results showed a significant decrease in pain scores from 6.2 ± 1.1 to 3.4 ± 1.0 (p < 0.001). It was concluded that cold therapy is effective in reducing pain intensity and can be used as a supporting intervention in pain management. Keywords: Cold Therapy, Ice Compress, Pain, Nonpharmacological Intervention]]>
<![CDATA[The Relationship Between Upright Delivery Positions And The Incidence Of Perineal Tears In Normal Delivery ]]>
<![CDATA[Astin Nur Hanifah]]>;
<![CDATA[Risma Risma]]>;
<![CDATA[Ismiyanti H. Achmad]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): IJHS : International Journal of Health Sciences ]]>
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DOI: 10.59585/ijhs.v4i2.1192
<![CDATA[Birth position is one factor that can influence the birth process and the risk of complications during labor. Upright birth positions such as standing, sitting, or squatting are believed to utilize gravity to facilitate the birth process. However, this position is also suspected to be associated with the incidence of perineal tears in normal deliveries. This study aims to determine the relationship between upright birth positions and the incidence of perineal tears in normal deliveries. The study used an analytical design with a cross-sectional approach. The study sample consisted of 60 mothers who gave birth normally, selected using a purposive sampling technique. Data were collected through observation and medical record recording. Data analysis used the chi-square test. The results showed that mothers who gave birth in an upright position had a 40% incidence of perineal tears, while those in a non-upright position had a 65% incidence. The statistical test results showed a p value = 0.032 (p < 0.05). It was concluded that there is a relationship between upright birth positions and the incidence of perineal tears in normal deliveries.]]>
<![CDATA[Birth Techniques Ball On The Intensity Of Labor Pain In Mothers Giving Birth In The First Stage Of Active Phase ]]>
<![CDATA[Dia Rejeki Utami]]>;
<![CDATA[Djunaedi Djunaedi]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): IJHS : International Journal of Health Sciences ]]>
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DOI: 10.59585/ijhs.v4i2.1193
<![CDATA[Labor pain is a physiological experience experienced by women during labor due to uterine contractions and cervical dilation. Labor pain management can be carried out pharmacologically or non-pharmacologically. One non-pharmacological method that can be used is the birth control technique. ball. Birth The birth ball is an exercise using a special ball that helps laboring mothers perform pelvic movements, increasing comfort and reducing pain intensity. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of this birth ball technique. The effect of ball on the intensity of labor pain in mothers in the first stage of labor during the active phase. The study used a quasi-experimental design with a pretest - posttest approach. without control group. A sample of 30 mothers giving birth was selected using a purposive sampling technique. Pain intensity was measured using a Numeric Rating Pain Scale (NRS). The results showed that the average pain score before the intervention was 7.3 ± 1.1 and after the intervention it became 5.1 ± 1.0 with a p value < 0.001. It was concluded that the birth control technique Ball is effective in reducing the intensity of labor pain in the first active phase.]]>
<![CDATA[Analysis Of Clean Water Availability On Household Environmental Health ]]>
<![CDATA[Glory Gelarich Simanjuntak]]>;
<![CDATA[Rahmat Pannyiwi]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): IJHS : International Journal of Health Sciences ]]>
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DOI: 10.59585/ijhs.v4i2.1194
<![CDATA[Clean water is crucial component in maintaining a healthy household Adequate environment availability of clean water can support good hygiene and sanitation practices and prevent various environmental diseases. This study aims to analyze the relationship between clean water availability and household environmental health. The study used an analytical design with a cross-sectional approach. The study sample consisted of 80 households selected using a purposive sampling technique. Data were collected through observation and interviews using a structured questionnaire. Data analysis used the chi-square test. The results showed that households with good clean water availability had better environmental health conditions than households with inadequate clean water availability. The statistics test results showed a p- value of 0.018 (p < 0.05). It was concluded that there is a significant relationship between clean water availability and household environmental health.]]>
<![CDATA[The Effect Of Whatsapp-Based Nursing Education On Hypertension Self-Management In The Elderly In Rural Areas ]]>
<![CDATA[Rika Asmirah]]>;
<![CDATA[Susi Rabuana]]>;
<![CDATA[Warda M]]>;
<![CDATA[Tira Zhagira]]>;
<![CDATA[Cakrawati R Cakrawati R]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): IJHS : International Journal of Health Sciences ]]>
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DOI: 10.59585/ijhs.v4i2.1195
<![CDATA[Exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of a baby's life is an important effort in improving the health and growth of the baby. However, the success of exclusive breastfeeding is influenced by various factors, one of which is family support. Emotional support, information, and practical assistance from the family can increase the mother's motivation to provide exclusive breastfeeding. This study aims to analyze the effect of family support on the success of exclusive breastfeeding in primiparous mothers. The study used an analytical design with a cross-sectional approach. The study sample was 70 primiparous mothers with babies aged 0–6 months. Data were collected through interviews using a structured questionnaire. Data analysis used the chi-square test. The results showed that mothers who received good family support had a success rate of exclusive breastfeeding of 78.4%, while mothers with less family support only had a success rate of 41.2%. The results of the statistical test showed a p value = 0.012 (p < 0.05). It was concluded that family support has a significant influence on the success of exclusive breastfeeding in primiparous mothers.]]>
<![CDATA[The Effectiveness Of Health Promotion On Handwashing Behavior With Soap In School Children ]]>
<![CDATA[Elvira Safidni]]>;
<![CDATA[Dia Rejeki Utami]]>;
<![CDATA[Andrias Horhoruw]]>;
<![CDATA[Rezqiqah Aulia Rahmat]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): IJHS : International Journal of Health Sciences ]]>
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DOI: 10.59585/ijhs.v4i2.1196
<![CDATA[Handwashing with soap (HWWS) is a clean and healthy lifestyle behavior that is effective in preventing various infectious diseases such as diarrhea and respiratory tract infections. School-age children are a group that is vulnerable to disease due to lack of hygiene practices. Health promotion in schools is an important strategy to improve HWWS behavior in children. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of health promotion on handwashing with soap behavior in school children. The study used a quasi-experimental design with a pretest - posttest approach. The study sample was 60 elementary school students selected using a purposive sampling technique. Data were collected through observation and questionnaires on HWWS behavior before and after health promotion. Data analysis used a paired t- test. The results showed a significant increase in HWWS behavior from an average score of 56.4 ± 9.2 to 78.6 ± 8.5 after the health promotion intervention (p < 0.001). It was concluded that health promotion is effective in improving handwashing with soap behavior in school children.]]>
<![CDATA[The Effectiveness Of Relaxation Methods And Music On A Gentle Labor Experience ]]>
<![CDATA[Hamdia Anas]]>;
<![CDATA[Sarjani Linggi Allo]]>;
<![CDATA[Kiki Uniatri Thalib]]>;
<![CDATA[Karnely Karnely]]>;
<![CDATA[Agnes Batmomolin]]>;
<![CDATA[Cakrawati R Cakrawati R]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): IJHS : International Journal of Health Sciences ]]>
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DOI: 10.59585/ijhs.v4i2.1197
<![CDATA[Gentle labor (Birth) is a birth approach that emphasizes comfort, calm, and a positive experience for both mother and baby. Relaxation and music therapy are non-pharmacological interventions that can help mothers reduce anxiety and pain during labor. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of relaxation and music methods on the experience of gentle labor in mothers. The study used a quasi-experimental design with a pretest - posttest approach. The study sample was 50 mothers who gave birth, selected using a purposive sampling technique. The intervention, in the form of relaxation exercises and music therapy, was given during the active labor phase. Data were collected using a childbirth experience questionnaire and a pain scale. Data analysis used paired t- test and chi-square tests. The results showed that mothers who received relaxation and music interventions had a higher level of labor comfort and lower pain intensity compared to before the intervention (p = 0.015). It was concluded that relaxation and music methods are effective in supporting a gentle labor experience.]]>
<![CDATA[Analysis Of Determinants Of Premature Labor Incidents In Pregnant Women ]]>
<![CDATA[Hasnia Hasnia]]>;
<![CDATA[Inez Vravty Lestari]]>;
<![CDATA[Hajar Hajar]]>;
<![CDATA[Herawaty Herawaty]]>;
<![CDATA[Sumarni Syam]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): IJHS : International Journal of Health Sciences ]]>
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<![CDATA[ABSTRACT Preterm birth is one of the main causes of neonatal morbidity and mortality. Various risk factors can influence the occurrence of preterm birth, both from medical and social aspects. This study aims to analyze the determinants of the incidence of preterm birth in pregnant women. This study used a quantitative design with a case-control approach . A sample of 120 respondents consisted of 60 cases (preterm birth) and 60 controls ( term birth ). Data were collected through medical records and questionnaires, then analyzed using logistic regression. The results showed that maternal age, nutritional status, medical history, and frequency of antenatal care (ANC) significantly influenced the incidence of preterm birth (p < 0.05). The dominant factor was irregular ANC frequency (OR = 3.5). In conclusion, improving the quality and compliance of ANC visits is very important in preventing preterm birth. Keywords: Premature Birth, Pregnant Women, Risk Factors, Antenatal Care]]>
