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Advances in Healthcare Research
ISSN : -     EISSN : 29859808     DOI : https://doi.org/10.60079/ahr
Core Subject : Health,
Founded in 2023, Advances in Healthcare Research publishes original research that promises to advance our understanding of Health over diverse topics and research methods. This Journal welcomes research of significance across a wide range of primary and applied research methods, including analytical, archival, experimental, survey and case study. The journal encourages articles of current interest to scholars with high practical relevance for organizations or the larger society. We encourage our researchers to look for new solutions to or new ways of thinking about practices and problems, as well as invite well-founded critical perspectives. We provide a forum for communicating impactful research between professionals and academics in Health research and practice with discusses and proposes solutions and impact the field. Your published articles can be read and cited by researchers around the world. Advances in Healthcare Research is the journal that publication of scientific work in the field of health in a broad sense such as public health, nursing, midwifery, medicine, pharmacy, health psychology, nutrition, health technology, health analysis, health information systems, medical records, hospital management and so on. Advances in Healthcare Research is a peer-reviewed journal with a uniquely practical approach to promoting health and social care to explore what is currently known about health and social care by identifying new avenues for healthcare practice and policy internationally. The journal welcomes papers that use varied approaches, including discussion of theory, comparative studies, systematic evaluation of interventions, qualitative data analysis, and study of health and social care institutions.
Articles 78 Documents
The Relationship between Stress Level and the Incidence of Gastritis in Final Year Pharmacy Students at the University of Muhammadiyah Kudus Dhevi, Nurul Shintya; Setyowati, Endang; Husna, Ulviani Yulia
Advances in Healthcare Research Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): September - February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60079/ahr.v4i1.715

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Purpose: This study aimed to analyze the relationship between stress level and the incidence of gastritis among final-year Pharmacy students at the University of Muhammadiyah Kudus. It was hypothesized that higher stress levels would be associated with a greater incidence of gastritis. Research Method: This study employed a quantitative observational, cross-sectional design. The sample consisted of 103 seventh-semester Pharmacy students selected through purposive sampling. Stress level was measured using the Perceived Stress Scale-10 (PSS-10), while gastritis incidence was identified using a validated gastritis symptom questionnaire. Data were analyzed using univariate analysis and the Mann-Whitney test. Results and Discussion: Most respondents were 21 years old (63.1%), female (86.4%), and had no prior disease history (38.8%), although a history of stomach acid was common (32.0%). The majority experienced moderate stress (72.8%), and 20.4% experienced gastritis. Statistical analysis showed a significant relationship between stress level and gastritis incidence (p = 0.001), indicating that increasing stress level was associated with a higher risk of gastritis. Implications: These findings emphasize the importance of stress management and the promotion of digestive health among university students. Further research should include additional risk factors such as diet, sleep quality, and medication use.
Evaluation of The Drug Storage System at The Welahan II Health Center Based on The Minister of Health Regulation No. 74 of 2016 Safira, Dea; Fanani, Zaenal; Fadel, Muhammad Nurul
Advances in Healthcare Research Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): September - February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60079/ahr.v4i1.716

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Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the compliance of the drug storage system at Welahan II Community Health Center with the standards set in the Minister of Health Regulation No. 74 of 2016. It was hypothesized that the storage system would exhibit high compliance, although several aspects of the physical infrastructure might still require improvement. Research Method: This study used a quantitative descriptive-evaluative design with a cross-sectional approach. Data were collected in February 2026 through direct observation using checklists, structured interviews, and documentation in the pharmaceutical warehouse of Welahan II Community Health Center. The evaluation covered spatial arrangement, stock preparation, separation of special drugs, observation of drug quality, and recording on stock cards. Data were analyzed descriptively by calculating the percentage of compliance with regulatory indicators. Results and Discussion: The overall average compliance was 93%, categorized as very good. Perfect compliance (100%) was achieved in special drug separation, physical quality observation, and stock card recording. Stock preparation reached 90%, while spatial arrangement had the lowest score (75%) due to limited warehouse space and non-standard room layout. Implications: The findings indicate that strong administrative and technical discipline can compensate for infrastructure limitations in maintaining drug quality and patient safety. Further studies should assess the effect of storage compliance on service efficiency and medication error prevention.
The Relationship of Knowledge with The Practice of Postpartum Gymnastics in Postpartum Mothers in PMB Rahmawati Welahan Jepara Fatimatuzzahro’, Ainia; Indrianingrum, Irawati; Nisak, Ana Zumrotun
Advances in Healthcare Research Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): September - February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60079/ahr.v4i1.717

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Purpose: This study aimed to determine the relationship between knowledge and the practice of postpartum gymnastics among postpartum mothers at PMB Rahmawati Welahan Jepara. It was hypothesized that greater maternal knowledge would be associated with more frequent postpartum gymnastics practice. Research Method: This study used a quantitative analytical design with a pre-experimental one-group pretest-posttest approach. The sample consisted of 30 postpartum mothers selected using accidental sampling. Data were collected using a multiple-choice questionnaire to measure knowledge and a Likert-scale questionnaire to assess postpartum gymnastics practice. Univariate analysis was used to describe respondent characteristics and variable distributions, while bivariate analysis used Somers'd test. Results and Discussion: Before education, most respondents had poor knowledge (76.7%), but after education, most had good knowledge (83.3%). In practice, 76.7% of mothers performed postpartum gymnastics in the good category. Statistical analysis showed a significant positive relationship between knowledge and practice (p = 0.020; r = 0.696), indicating that mothers with better knowledge tended to practice postpartum gymnastics more appropriately. Implications: These findings highlight the importance of structured, continuous health education to improve maternal knowledge and support healthy postpartum recovery behaviors. Further studies should explore other influencing factors such as family support, motivation, and cultural beliefs.
Analysis of The Implementation of Pharmaceutical Service Standards in Accordance with The Minister of Health Regulation 73 of 2016 on The Management of Preparations in Pharmacies in Jepara Regency Miskiyah, Lu’lu’atul; Etikasari, Ria; Muslim, Ahmad Suriyadi
Advances in Healthcare Research Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): September - February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60079/ahr.v4i1.718

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Purpose: This study aimed to analyze the level of implementation of Pharmaceutical Service Standards in accordance with the Minister of Health Regulation No. 73 of 2016 in the management of pharmaceutical preparations in pharmacies in Jepara Regency and to identify supporting factors and obstacles in its implementation. Research Method: This study employed a descriptive, quantitative design with an observational, cross-sectional approach. The population consisted of 218 active pharmacies in Jepara Regency, and a minimum sample of 69 pharmacies was selected using purposive sampling. Data were collected through questionnaires, observations, and documentation, focusing on planning, procurement, receiving, storage, control, destruction, and recording and reporting. Data were analyzed univariately using frequencies, percentages, and averages. Results and Discussion: The implementation of pharmaceutical preparation management was generally in accordance with the standard. Most pharmacies showed high compliance across planning, procurement, receiving, storage, destruction, and recording and reporting. However, several aspects still require improvement, particularly the use of disease-pattern data in planning, pharmacist supervision during procurement, consistency of stock card recording, and the completeness of documentation and reporting. Implications: These findings indicate that pharmaceutical service standards have been widely implemented, but ongoing supervision, training, and system strengthening are needed to ensure more consistent and sustainable compliance across all pharmacies.
The Relationship Between Husband Support and Pregnant Women's Interest in The Use of Postpartum Contraceptives at The Kaliori Health Center, Rembang Regency Apriliony, Umi Arimbi Afi; Hidayah, Noor; Rusnoto, Rusnoto
Advances in Healthcare Research Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): September - February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60079/ahr.v4i1.724

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Purpose: This study aimed to determine the relationship between husband support and pregnant women’s interest in using postpartum contraceptives at Kaliori Health Center, Rembang Regency. It was hypothesized that positive husband support would be associated with higher maternal interest in postpartum contraceptive use. Research Method: This study used a quantitative analytical design with a cross-sectional approach. Data were collected from pregnant women at Kaliori Health Center using questionnaires and analyzed through univariate and bivariate methods. The bivariate analysis was performed to identify the relationship between husband support and maternal interest in postpartum contraception. Results and Discussion: The results showed that 66 respondents (55.0%) received positive support from their husbands, while 54 respondents (45.0%) received negative support. Positive interest in postpartum contraceptive use was reported by 61 respondents (50.8%), while 59 (49.2%) had negative interest. Most pregnant women who received positive husband support also showed positive interest in postpartum contraception. Statistical analysis showed a significant relationship between husband support and maternal interest (p = 0.000; p < 0.05). Implications: These findings indicate that husband involvement plays an important role in encouraging maternal readiness to use postpartum contraception. Strengthening couple-based counseling and reproductive health education is recommended to improve postpartum family planning participation.
Effectiveness of Antibiotic Use in Pediatric Diarrheal Patients Inpatient Bhina Bhakti Husada Rembang Hospital Retnowati, Eko; Purnama, Puput Syah Inta; Sukoharjanti, Bintari Tri; Dahbul, Nura Ali
Advances in Healthcare Research Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): September - February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60079/ahr.v4i1.729

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Purpose: This study aimed to analyze the characteristics of pediatric inpatients with diarrhea and to evaluate the relationship between the type of antibiotics used and therapeutic effectiveness at Bhina Bhakti Husada Rembang Hospital. It was hypothesized that differences in antibiotic type might influence treatment effectiveness, although other clinical factors could also contribute. Research Method: This study used a descriptive-analytic design with a retrospective approach based on medical records of 106 pediatric inpatients diagnosed with diarrhea during June–December 2025. Data included age, sex, antibiotic type, length of hospital stay, and diarrhea frequency before and after therapy. Therapeutic effectiveness was assessed based on length of hospitalization, with ≤3 days categorized as effective and >3 days as ineffective, supported by improvement in diarrhea frequency. Data were analyzed descriptively and bivariately. Results and Discussion: Most patients were aged 1–5 years (54.7%) and male (67.9%). Nitroimidazole was the most frequently used antibiotic (53.8%), followed by third-generation cephalosporins (34.0%). Overall, 57.5% of patients were categorized as effective and 42.5% as ineffective. No significant relationship was found between antibiotic type and therapeutic effectiveness. Implications: These findings suggest that treatment success in pediatric diarrhea is multifactorial and not solely determined by antibiotic class. Further research should include disease severity, hydration status, nutritional condition, and local resistance patterns.
Antibacterial Activity of Ethyl Acetate Fraction of a Vicious Combination of Glass and Binahong Against Gram-Negative and Gram-Positive Bacteria Causing Diabetic Ulcers Amalia, Mitra; Harlita, Tiara Dini; Aina, Ganea Qorry
Advances in Healthcare Research Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): September - February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60079/ahr.v4i1.734

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Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the antibacterial activity of the ethyl acetate fraction combination of Strobilanthes crispa and Anredera cordifolia leaves against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria causing diabetic ulcers, namely Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. It was hypothesized that the 1:1 combination at 75% concentration would inhibit bacterial growth due to its secondary metabolite content. Research Method: This true experimental study used a one-factor Completely Randomized Design. Antibacterial testing was conducted in vitro using the Kirby-Bauer disc diffusion method on Mueller-Hinton Agar with a 1:1 combination at 75% concentration, Ciprofloxacin 5 μg as a positive control, and sterile aquadest as a negative control. Data were analyzed using Shapiro-Wilk, One-way ANOVA, and Duncan Multiple Range Test. Phytochemical screening was also performed. Results and Discussion: The combination extract showed mean inhibition zones of 10.7 mm against S. aureus, 8.8 mm against K. pneumoniae, and 8.1 mm against P. aeruginosa. The inhibition response was strong against S. aureus and moderate against the two Gram-negative bacteria. Phytochemical screening identified flavonoids, steroids, and tannins in the combination extract. Implications: The findings indicate that the extract combination has potential as a natural antibacterial candidate against diabetic ulcer pathogens, although its effectiveness remains below that of Ciprofloxacin. Further in vivo toxicity studies and quantitative phytochemical analyses are needed.
Analysis of Patient Characteristics on Potential Drug Interactions in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Patients at Dr. R Soedjati Purwodadi Grobogan Hospital Nabilla, Eko Retnowati; Audrey, Malika; Rosnarita, Intan Adevia
Advances in Healthcare Research Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): September - February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60079/ahr.v4i1.737

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Purpose: This study aimed to analyze patient characteristics associated with potential drug interactions among Intensive Care Unit (ICU) patients at Dr. R Soedjati Purwodadi Grobogan Hospital. It was hypothesized that patient-related factors, particularly the number of prescribed drugs, would influence the occurrence of potential drug interactions. Research Method: This quantitative observational study employed a retrospective cross-sectional design using ICU medical records from January to October 2025. Drug interaction screening was conducted using Medscape and Drug Interaction Checker. The variables included age, sex, comorbidities, number of drugs, interaction severity, and interaction mechanism. Data were analyzed using univariate and bivariate analysis. Results and Discussion: A total of 255 potential drug interactions were identified, with most classified as moderate (56.9%) and pharmacodynamic (62.7%). Most patients were elderly, female, and had comorbidities. Statistical analysis showed no significant relationship between age, sex, or disease history and potential drug interactions, whereas the number of drugs prescribed was significantly associated with interaction occurrence (p < 0.001). Implications: These findings emphasize that polypharmacy is the main determinant of potential drug interactions in ICU patients. Strengthened clinical monitoring, prescription review, and pharmacist involvement are needed to improve medication safety in intensive care settings.