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Health Sciences International Journal
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Health Professions Immunology & microbiology Medicine & Pharmacology Nursing Public Health
Health Sciences International Journal, HSIJ, launched in 2023, is an open-access journal that publishes articles in health and related sciences twice a year. Other analytical areas that HSIJ is interested in are biology and health. HSIJ has an editorial board that ensures that every issue of the journal contains cutting-edge articles on developments in the field of health.
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Influence of education with video on Posyandu cadres knowledge about contraceptive implant Suharniati, Rohma; Yunita, Laurensia; Mariana, Frani; Kabuhung, Elvine Ivana
Health Sciences International Journal Vol. 4 No. 1: February 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.71357/hsij.v4i1.80

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Background: The low uptake of Long-Term Contraceptive Methods, particularly implants, in Indonesia is often linked to limited community knowledge and prevalent misconceptions. Posyandu cadres, as frontline health promoters, play a pivotal role in providing counseling; however, their own knowledge levels are frequently inadequate, hindering effective family planning promotion. Objective: Determine the influence of education using video media on the knowledge of Posyandu cadres about contraceptive implants in the working area of the Jejangkit Community Health Center. Method:  A quantitative pre-experimental study with a one-group pre-test-post-test design was conducted. A total of 30 cadres were selected via simple random sampling. Data were collected using a validated questionnaire administered before and after a single-session intervention featuring an educational video on contraceptive implants. The non-parametric Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test was used for data analysis due to the non-normal distribution of the knowledge scores. Result: The study revealed a significant improvement in cadres' knowledge post-intervention. Prior to the video education, only 23.3% of cadres had good knowledge. Following the intervention, this proportion rose dramatically to 83.3%, with the remaining 16.7% achieving a sufficient level. No cadres remained in the poor knowledge category. Statistical analysis confirmed this improvement was highly significant (p < 0.001). Conclusion: Video-based education is a highly effective intervention for significantly enhancing the knowledge of Posyandu cadres regarding contraceptive implants. Integrating this media into regular training programs is recommended to empower cadres with accurate information, thereby improving community counseling and supporting national efforts to increase long-term contraceptive methods uptake.  
Effectiveness of soybean extract on breast milk production adequacy among postpartum mothers Fharamita; Ningrum, Novalia Widiya; Hasanah, Siti Noor; Friscila, Ika
Health Sciences International Journal Vol. 4 No. 1: February 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.71357/hsij.v4i1.83

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Background: Exclusive breastfeeding remains a global public health priority, yet its coverage in Indonesia has declined in recent years. In Central Kalimantan, the prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding was only 55.78% in 2023, with some districts reporting even lower rates. One of the major barriers is inadequate breast milk production, which is often influenced by maternal physiology, psychological well-being, and nutritional status. Soybean extract, rich in isoflavones, proteins, and bioactive compounds, has been suggested as a natural galactagogue that stimulates prolactin and oxytocin release, thereby enhancing lactation. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of soybean extract in improving breast milk adequacy among postpartum mothers. Method:  A pre-experimental one-group pretest–posttest design was applied, involving 15 postpartum mothers (7–14 days after delivery) recruited through purposive sampling in the working area of Tumbang Talaken Health Center, Central Kalimantan. Participants consumed 220 ml of standardized soybean extract twice daily for seven consecutive days. Breast milk adequacy was assessed using a structured dichotomous questionnaire covering maternal (breast engorgement, milk leakage) and infant indicators (urination frequency, weight gain, sleep duration). Data were analyzed using McNemar’s test, with a significance level of p < 0.05. Result: Prior to the intervention, only 4 mothers (26.7%) reported adequate milk production, while 11 (73.3%) experienced insufficiency. After seven days of soybean extract consumption, 13 mothers (86.7%) achieved adequate production, and only 2 (13.3%) remained insufficient. McNemar’s test confirmed a statistically significant improvement (p = 0.004). Conclusion: Soybean extract significantly improved breast milk adequacy among postpartum mothers. As an affordable, accessible, and culturally acceptable intervention, soybean extract shows promise as a nutritional strategy to address lactation challenges and support national goals for improving exclusive breastfeeding coverage.
Research classification: Principles and applications for health research Mukti, Bayu Hari; Mahdiyah, Dede
Health Sciences International Journal Vol. 4 No. 1: February 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.71357/hsij.v4i1.87

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Background: Health research plays a crucial role in generating evidence that supports clinical practice, policy development, and public health interventions. The diversity of research types—ranging from descriptive to experimental studies—reflects the complexity of health problems and the need for appropriate methodological approaches. Objective: This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the classifications of health research, emphasizing their characteristics, purposes, strengths, and limitations, as well as factors that determine the choice of research design. Discussion: Health research can be classified based on purpose, design, approach, time, and population. Basic research contributes to fundamental scientific knowledge, while applied, evaluative, and developmental studies bridge theory with practical solutions. Quantitative approaches allow generalization of findings, qualitative approaches capture cultural and social meanings, and mixed methods integrate both dimensions to offer a holistic perspective. By design, studies can be descriptive, analytic observational, experimental, quasi-experimental, case studies, or action research, each serving specific contexts and questions. The choice of design is influenced by research questions, available resources, validity requirements, ethical considerations, and socio-cultural characteristics of the population. Conclusion: Understanding the diversity of health research designs is essential for producing reliable and relevant evidence. A careful selection of methods ensures that research not only contributes to scientific knowledge but also provides practical implications for improving health outcomes and informing policy decisions.
Effectiveness of short video education on primigravida's knowledge of colostrum benefits at Puskesmas Kelayan Timur, Banjarmasin Anita sari, Anita sari; Istiqamah; Zulliati; Meldawati
Health Sciences International Journal Vol. 4 No. 1: February 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.71357/hsij.v4i1.88

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Background: Suboptimal breastfeeding practices, often stemming from inadequate maternal knowledge and cultural misconceptions, contribute significantly to neonatal morbidity and mortality. This is particularly prevalent among primigravida women, who lack prior experience. In areas like Kelayan Timur, Banjarmasin, where early initiation of breastfeeding  coverage is critically low (36.4%), innovative educational interventions are urgently needed. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a short video education intervention in improving knowledge about the benefits of colostrum among primigravida women. Method: A pre-experimental one-group pretest-posttest design was employed. A total of 15 primigravida women from Puskesmas Kelayan Timur were recruited via accidental sampling. Participants completed a validated 6-item knowledge questionnaire (Cronbach's alpha = 0.753), watched a 60-second educational video about colostrum benefits, and immediately retook the questionnaire. Knowledge was categorized as poor (<56%), sufficient (56-75%), or good (76-100%). Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and the Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test due to non-normal data distribution. Results: The majority of participants were at low-risk age (20-35 years; 80.0%), had mid-low education (86.7%), and were unemployed (80.0%). Pretest results showed most respondents had insufficient knowledge (poor: 46.7%; sufficient: 33.3%; good: 20.0%). Post-test results revealed a significant improvement, with the majority achieving good knowledge (80.0%). The Wilcoxon test confirmed a statistically significant increase in knowledge scores (p-value = 0.004). Conclusion: A short video education intervention significantly improved knowledge about colostrum benefits among primigravida women. This accessible and standardized tool shows great potential for integration into routine antenatal care to bridge knowledge gaps, thereby supporting better breastfeeding practices and improved neonatal health outcomes.

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