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Asian Journal of Environmental Research
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Asian Journal of Environmental Research (AJER) is an International journal with a frequency of 3 (three) times a year, published by the Science Tech Group. Manuscripts submitted must be original Research Articles and Literature Reviews that aim to contribute to and disseminate sustainable updates. Submission of manuscripts requires: the work described has never been published before; not being considered for publication in another journal; all authors approved publication. The publisher will not be legally responsible if there is a compensation claim. AJER is a multi-disciplinary journal publishing high-quality and novel information about anthropogenic issues of global relevance and applicability in a wide range of environmental disciplines, and demonstrating environmental application in the real-world context.
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Community Economic Priorities as Gating Mechanisms in Urban Tourism: Empirical Evidence from Surabaya Astariadi Kurniawan; Mas Dedi Hidayatullah; Nur isra Resyah; Rahmat Hidayat; Saskia Ariani
Asian Journal of Environmental Research Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): Available online
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.69930/ajer.v3i2.812

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Urban tourism policy in emerging Southeast Asian cities tends to operate along separate tracks. Heritage preservation, destination marketing, MSME development, and employment policy seldom intersect in practice, even when planning documents gesture toward coordination. This study examines whether a more deliberate form of policy integration, one anchored to the economic priorities residents actually hold, can offer a sturdier path for cities such as Surabaya than the prevailing sector-by-sector orthodoxy. The study combines a quantitative survey of 800 Surabaya residents conducted during October 2024 (multistage random sampling, margin of error ±3.5 percent, 95 percent confidence level) with documentary analysis of municipal tourism instruments and structured observation across five administrative regions. Cross-tabulation analysis reveals perception variation across demographic strata. Correlation analysis maps relationships among prioritisation dimensions. Policy mapping identifies the operational seams where intended integration falters. Economic improvement dominates community priorities at 57.8 percent overall, rising to roughly 71 percent among economically precarious populations. Community endorsement of tourism initiatives proved conditional rather than enthusiastic; it depends on visible job pathways and MSME integration. Culinary tourism enjoys broad support (76.3 percent); heritage development sits at 68.9 percent; generic destination marketing trails at 51.7 percent. The most consequential finding concerns the gap separating tourism policies as articulated from tourism policies as residents consider deliverable. This implementation gap is best understood not as a perception problem but as a design problem demanding architectural integration. Beyond local livelihoods, integrating community economic priorities into urban tourism policy supports sustainable urban development, eases pressure on natural resources by diversifying economic opportunities, and advances Sustainable Development Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) in emerging Southeast Asian cities.
Bridging the Health Literacy Gap among Coastal Communities: The Role of Health Information Access in Pangkep Regency, Indonesia Irwandi Rachman; Mujtahidah; Darnawati
Asian Journal of Environmental Research Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): Available online
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.69930/ajer.v3i2.813

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Health literacy is an important determinant of public health, particularly among coastal communities facing geographical barriers, limited access to health services, and unequal distribution of health information. This study aimed to describe health information access and health literacy levels among coastal communities in Tekolabbua Village, Pangkep Regency, Indonesia. A quantitative descriptive design was employed, involving 120 respondents selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected in January 2026 using a structured questionnaire covering demographic characteristics, sources of health information, and the European Health Literacy Survey Questionnaire 16-item short form (HLS-EU-Q16). Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and presented as frequencies and percentages. The findings showed that the internet was the most frequently used source of health information (51.7%), followed by health workers (32.5%), printed media (7.5%), books/textbooks (5.8%), and research journal articles (2.5%). Most respondents were categorized as having interactive health literacy (52.5%), followed by critical health literacy (43.3%) and functional health literacy (4.2%). These findings indicate that coastal communities in Tekolabbua Village primarily rely on digital sources and health workers and generally demonstrate health literacy above the basic level. Strengthening digital health literacy and optimizing the role of health workers are essential to support informed health decision-making, climate-resilient health systems, sustainable development in marine-dependent populations, and reduced health inequalities caused by geographical isolation. These efforts align with SDG 3, SDG 4, SDG 10, and SDG 14 by enhancing community capacity to respond to environmental health risks.
Association Between Anti-Tuberculosis Drug Side Effects and Medication Adherence Among Pulmonary Tuberculosis Patients at Wijaya Kusumah Hospital, Kuningan, Indonesia Vera Mulyawantie; Juju Jumiati; Fitri Indrayani
Asian Journal of Environmental Research Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): Available online
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.69930/ajer.v3i2.846

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Tuberculosis (TB) remains one of the leading infectious diseases worldwide and continues to be a major public health concern in Indonesia. The success of anti-tuberculosis treatment depends largely on patients' adherence to medication. However, the occurrence of adverse drug reactions during treatment may reduce adherence and compromise treatment outcomes. This study aimed to determine the association between anti-tuberculosis drug side effects and medication adherence among pulmonary tuberculosis patients at Wijaya Kusumah Hospital, Kuningan. A quantitative observational study with a cross-sectional design was conducted among pulmonary tuberculosis patients receiving anti-tuberculosis treatment at Wijaya Kusumah Hospital, Kuningan. A total of 52 respondents were recruited using total sampling. ADRs were assessed using a structured questionnaire, while medication adherence was measured using the eight-item Morisky Medication Adherence Scale (MMAS-8). Data were analyzed using the Chi-square test with a significance level of 0.05. Most respondents experienced severe ADRs (57.7%), while 63.5% demonstrated low medication adherence. Statistical analysis showed a significant association between ADRs and medication adherence (p = 0.040). Patients who experienced more severe ADRs were more likely to demonstrate poor adherence during treatment. ADRs were significantly associated with medication adherence among pulmonary tuberculosis patients. Early identification and appropriate management of adverse drug reactions are essential to improve medication adherence and enhance treatment success. Improving medication adherence and reducing treatment failure may contribute to decreasing the transmission of drug-resistant tuberculosis within communities, protecting vulnerable populations, supporting Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3 (Good Health and Well-being), and strengthening health systems in resource-limited settings such as Indonesia.