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International Health Sciences Journal
ISSN : -     EISSN : 30256437     DOI : https://doi.org/10.61777/ihsj.v1i3
Core Subject : Health, Science,
International Health Sciences Journal (IHSJ) contains manuscripts of Health Sciences which include: midwifery and nursing holistically, including complementary care, herbal, traditional medicine, physiological, psychological, and sociocultural therapy, spiritual, both in nursing management, medical surgery, emergency nursing, psychiatry, community, geriatrics, family, children, maternity, and maternal and child health.
Articles 47 Documents
Effectiveness of Animation Media Education on The Importance of The First 1000 Days of Life on Pregnant Women’s Knowledge Putri Nelly Syofiah; Afrizal; Eka Putri Primasari; Putri Hadisti Khairani
International Health Sciences Journal Vol. 2 No. 3 (2025): IHSJ Vol 2 No 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61777/ihsj.v2i3.82

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Stunting is condition fail growing in children under 5 years old (toddlers) due to lack nutrition chronic marked​ with Length or tall his body be under​ standard . Data on stunting incidents shows that 21.6% of Indonesian children experience stunting in Indonesia. One of the method prevention Stunt is with increase knowledge Mother about attitudes and behavior Mother pregnant in prevent stunting incidents can done with giving animated video education. Purpose study This is know influence animated video education to knowledge Mother pregnant about prevention stunting.Design Pre- experimental research use one- group design pretest posttest Study​ This using purposive sampling technique. Population as many as 72 people and samples totaling 30 respondents. Research This has been implemented at the Ophir Health Center in the month of February until August 2024. Data collection was carried out on June 5 and 7, 2024. Data processing was carried out with the normality test , the data obtained is not normal, then Wilcoxon test was performed to obtain results Asymp.Sig = 0.000. Result study obtained on average before intervention 71.17 and average after intervention 88.17 with p value = 0.000 meaning <0.05 then influence effective video education to knowledge Mother pregnant at Ophir Health Center , West Pasaman . Conclusion of the study This is influence animated video education effective to improvement knowledge Mother pregnant at Ophir Health Center , West Pasaman It is recommended to midwife / health center For using video media in class Mother pregnant so that Mother pregnant can follow with happy and change Susana when giving education which mother is very enthusiastic about to video content and watch the video until finished , through educational videos prevention of stunting can exposed with clear because of there is picture and sound.
The Relationship Between Reproductive Health Knowledge Level and Awareness of Sexual Harassment in School-Age Children at Sdn Karawaci Baru 6 Tangerang City Afifah, Jihan; Qolina, Ellya; Milawati, Rina
International Health Sciences Journal Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): IHSJ Vol 3 No 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61777/ihsj.v3i1.85

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Abstract Background: Sexual abuse of children can have a direct impact on reproductive health, both physically and psychologically. Proper reproductive health education can help children to recognize inappropriate behavior, such as unwanted touching, sexual solicitation, or speech that contains elements of abuse, understand body changes, and improve the ability to protect themselves from sexual abuse. Objective: To determine the relationship between the level of reproductive health knowledge and awareness of sexual harassment based on age, gender, and information sources in school-age children at SDN Karawaci Baru 6 Tangerang City. Methods: The study used a quantitative method with a cross-sectional descriptive design. The sample consisted of 54 students aged 11-12 years at SDN Karawaci Baru 6 Tangerang City selected through total sampling techniques. Analysis of the relationship between independent, dependent and confounding variables using Chi-Square and Mantel-Haenszel tests to determine the existence of relationships and identify confounding variables. Results: The results showed that reproductive health knowledge was in the good category as many as 43 respondents (79.6%) and the level of awareness against sexual harassment in the alert category was 35 respondents (64.8%). Bivariate analysis showed a relationship between reproductive health knowledge level and sexual abuse awareness (p-value = 0.003). The results of the Crude Odds Ratio and the Mantel-Haenszel Odds Ratio showed that the variables of age (p-value=0.011) and source of information (p-value=0.004) had the potential to be confounding variables due to the difference in Odds Ratio >10%, while gender did not show a significant relationship (p-value=0.010). Conclusion: The results suggest that students aged 11–12 years have adequate reproductive health knowledge, which contributes to their heightened awareness of sexual abuse and the importance of self-protection. Keywords: awareness, reproductive health, school-age children., sexual abuse, vigilance.
The Effect of Pre-Pregnancy Classes on Hemoglobin Levels in Prospective Brides and Grooms in the Ciruas Community Health Center Work Area, Serang Regency, Banten Province Eti Herawati; Rukmaini; Rosmawaty Lubis
International Health Sciences Journal Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): IHSJ Vol 3 No 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61777/ihsj.v3i1.87

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Anemia in women of reproductive age remains a health problem that impacts pregnancy. Promotional efforts through pre-pregnancy classes are expected to improve hemoglobin levels, knowledge, and eating patterns of expectant mothers. The purpose of this study was to analyze the effectiveness of pre-pregnancy classes on hemoglobin levels, knowledge, and eating patterns. The study used a quasi-experimental design with an intervention and control group. The majority of respondents were aged 21–30 years (78.7%), had a college education (45.0%), had sufficient knowledge (41.3%), and had sufficient eating patterns (37.5%). The results showed a significant difference in hemoglobin levels before and after the class in the intervention group (p=0.005; t=-16.09) and the control group (p=0.006; t=-1.9). There was no difference in hemoglobin levels between the two groups before the intervention (p = 0.37), but a significant difference emerged after the intervention (p = 0.005; t = -13.39). There was no significant relationship between knowledge and hemoglobin levels (p=0.37) or eating patterns with hemoglobin levels (p=0.53) before the intervention. There was a significant difference in knowledge before and after the class in the intervention group (p=0.005; t=-4.197) and the control group (p=0.006; t=-5.231). The difference in knowledge between groups was only apparent after the intervention (p=0.005). Eating patterns showed a significant difference before and after the class in the intervention group (p=0.005; t=-9.581), but did not differ significantly between groups after the intervention (p=0.843). Pre-pregnancy classes were effective in improving hemoglobin levels, knowledge, and eating patterns of expectant mothers, although the direct relationship between knowledge and eating patterns and hemoglobin levels was not significant.
Analysis of Physical and Mental Health of Prospective Spouses Regarding Marriage Stress in the Ciruas Health Center Work Area, Serang Regency, Serang Siti Ahdah; Retno Widowati; Lisa Trina Arlym
International Health Sciences Journal Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): IHSJ Vol 3 No 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61777/ihsj.v3i1.88

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Marriage is a crucial phase in life that requires optimal physical and mental readiness. High levels of stress in prospective spouses can impact their health, relationships, and the quality of their married life. This study aims to analyze the effect of physical and mental health checks on the stress levels of prospective spouses in Ciruas District, Banten Province. The study design used a quantitative approach with a quasi-experiment and a qualitative approach through in-depth interviews. A sample of 132 people was determined using the Slovin formula and the purposive sampling technique. The variables studied included blood pressure, BMI, hemoglobin levels, infectious diseases, and mental conditions based on the GAD-7. The intervention was carried out in the form of premarital health checks and education. Research Results: Quantitatively, the average stress score of prospective spouses before the intervention was 8.45 and decreased to 6.13 after the intervention, indicating a statistically significant improvement (p = 0.000). Most respondents (97%) were in good physical condition, and mental examinations showed an increase in psychological stability after counseling. Qualitative data revealed that partner support, perceptions of test results, and counseling experiences influenced stress reduction, while barriers included limited access to services, concerns about test results, and low health literacy. This study concluded that physical and mental health screenings significantly reduced stress levels for prospective spouses.
A Cross-Country Comparison of National Nutrition Sufficiency Programs in ASEAN Member States: An Integrated Analysis of Strategies, Outcomes, and Best Practices Putri, Nazwita Dewi
International Health Sciences Journal Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): IHSJ Vol 3 No 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61777/ihsj.v3i1.89

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The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) confronts a persistent "double burden of malnutrition" (DBM), characterized by the coexistence of undernutrition—manifested as stunting and wasting—alongside a rapid increase in overweight, obesity, and diet-related non-communicable diseases (NCDs). This comprehensive analysis integrates systematic literature review findings with strategic archetype analysis to examine national nutrition sufficiency programs across ASEAN member states. Through analysis of 17 studies covering eight ASEAN countries, this study identifies four distinct strategic archetypes based on economic development and nutritional challenges: NCD-Focused High-Income Model (Singapore, Brunei Darussalam), Double-Burden Middle-Income Model (Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines), Undernutrition-Focused Lower-Income Model (Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Timor-Leste), and Integrated Success Model (Vietnam). The analysis reveals that political commitment mechanisms fundamentally determine nutrition program success across all ASEAN contexts, operating through resource allocation, multi-sectoral coordination, policy continuity, and implementation barrier resolution. Critical success factors include strong political commitment, effective multi-sectoral coordination, robust surveillance systems, sustainable domestic financing mechanisms, and community-centered implementation strategies. Vietnam emerges as an exemplary model, achieving substantial stunting reductions by embedding nutrition interventions within broader national development frameworks, thereby securing sustainable domestic financing.
Effectiveness Test of Red Spinach Leaf Extract (Amarathus Tricolor L) as a Substitute for Crystal Violet in Gram Staining of Staphylococcus Aureus Bacteria Morphology Diastari Damayanti; Telambanua, Arniat Christiani
International Health Sciences Journal Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): IHSJ Vol 3 No 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61777/ihsj.v3i1.90

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Gram staining is the most common procedure used to identify bacterial morphology, using crystal violet as the primary dye. However, crystal violet is a synthetic dye that has toxic effects on the environment and health. The purpose of this study was to test the effectiveness of red spinach leaf extract (Amaranthus tricolor L) as an alternative natural dye to replace crystal violet in Gram staining of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria morphology. This type of research is a laboratory experiment with a post-test group control design with samples of Staphylococcus aureus bacterial colonies and red spinach leaf extract with concentrations of 20%, 40%, 60%, 80%, and 100%. Bacterial morphology was observed based on color intensity and clarity of cell shape. The results showed that red spinach leaf extract with a concentration of 100% gave very good morphological results and approached staining using crystal violet. The results of the Kruskal-Wallis test showed a significance value of 0.009 (p <0.05), indicating that there is a significant difference between the concentration groups and the color quality of the Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. This study concludes that red spinach leaf extract is effective as an alternative natural dye to replace crystal violet in Gram staining of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. Suggestions for further researchers are to conduct further research on the use of natural dyes that can be used as natural dyes to replace crystal violet, which are able to color bacterial morphology in Gram staining.
A Critical Review of Gadget-Induced Infertility Claims and a Comprehensive Reproductive Etiology Analysis Resti Aulia Fitri
International Health Sciences Journal Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): IHSJ Vol 3 No 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61777/ihsj.v3i1.98

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Infertility represents a massive global public health challenge, affecting approximately 17.5 percent of the adult population worldwide, or approximately 1 in 6 people, with limited variation between high- and low-income regions. This review aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the etiology of male and female reproductive health and to critically evaluate the validity of popular claims about infertility caused by electronic device use. The methodology used is a critical review of the scientific literature, focusing on mechanistic evidence of thermal and radiation risks, complemented by epidemiological analysis from the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2021. The results indicate that the risk of male infertility from laptops on the lap is a measurable clinical fact, as it causes scrotal hyperthermia that impairs spermatogenesis. In contrast, claims regarding mobile phone radiation (RF-EMF) remain inconclusive in the human population, with high uncertainty. The main etiologies of female infertility are dominated by Ovulatory Disorders (especially PCOS) and advanced maternal age. In contrast, male infertility is mainly associated with Varicocele (the most common treatable cause) and idiopathic conditions such as Oligoasthenoteratozoospermia (OAT). In conclusion, infertility is a multifactorial condition, and the main recommendations should focus on thermal risk mitigation as well as first-line metabolic intervention through weight management, considering that obesity is a major metabolic modifier.