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Journal for Research in Public Health
ISSN : 26856528     EISSN : 26855275     DOI : https://doi.org/10.30994/jrph
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The Journal of Research in Public Health (JRPH) is a scholarly publication dedicated to advancing the understanding and practice of public health. Through rigorous research articles, reviews, and analyses, JRPH serves as a platform for the dissemination of knowledge and insights aimed at improving population health and well-being. Topics covered in the journal may include Public Health Epidemiology Administration and Health Policy Health Promotion and Behavior Nursing Midwifery Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) JRPH provides valuable contributions to the academic community, policymakers, and practitioners striving to address contemporary public health challenges.
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The Effectiveness of the Supplementary Feeding Program (PMT) on the Nutritional Status of Children Under Five in the Working Area of Mekar Sari Public Health Center Kristian Ningtiyas, Linda
Journal for Research in Public Health Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): January
Publisher : Master of Public Health Program Universitas STRADA Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30994/jrph.v7i2.118

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Stunting and malnutrition remain major public health problems in Indonesia. The Supplementary Feeding Program (PMT) is one of the nutritional interventions expected to improve the nutritional status of under-five children.To evaluate the effectiveness of the PMT program on the nutritional status of children under five in the working area of Mekar Sari Public Health Center. A descriptive quantitative study was conducted on 60 under-five children categorized as undernourished or severely undernourished based on WHO growth standards. Body weight data were collected between May and July 2025. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS to assess changes in average body weight before and after the intervention. The mean initial body weight of the children was 11.0 kg, which increased to 11.4 kg after the PMT intervention, with an average gain of 0.4 kg. A paired t-test showed a statistically significant difference (p = 0.002). The PMT program was effective in improving the body weight of undernourished children. However, the observed increase was modest, highlighting the need for additional interventions such as nutrition education, improved parenting practices, and sanitation improvements.
Improving Environmental Care Attitudes through Education on Proper Waste Disposal in Elementary School Children Susanto, Setyo Budi; Rhafinda Nurcahyo Nugroho
Journal for Research in Public Health Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30994/jrph.v7i2.121

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Environmental cleanliness remains a major challenge in many elementary school environments. Lack of student awareness of the importance of disposing of waste properly can negatively impact the cleanliness and health of the school environment. This study aims to determine the improvement of environmental awareness through education on how to properly dispose of waste in elementary school children. This study used a pre-experimental one group pretest-posttest design with a sample of 42 students in grades IV–VI selected through total sampling. The instrument was a knowledge and attitude questionnaire, while data analysis used the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test. The results showed a significant increase after education. Before the intervention, the majority of students had low knowledge and attitudes. After education, 97.6% of students were categorized as having good knowledge and 76.2% had good attitudes. The statistical test yielded p <0.05, indicating the effect of education on improving students' knowledge and attitudes. The conclusion of this study is that education on disposing of waste properly is effective in fostering environmental awareness from an early age, and can be an important strategy in character education in elementary schools.
Audio Visual Education To Prevent Fall Risk For Patients' Family In The Icu Of Hospital Rusmawati, Aprin; Suyanto; Alfian Fawzi
Journal for Research in Public Health Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30994/jrph.v7i2.122

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Knowledge about fall risk prevention is very much needed by the patient's family, one of which is through audio visual education on fall risk prevention. This study aims to determine the effect of audiovisual education on fall risk prevention in the ICU of Hospital. This research method uses a Preexperimental with One Group Pretest-Posttest Design with 28 respondents. The sample determination used a purposive sampling technique. The independent variable in this study is audiovisual education, while the dependent variable in this study is knowledge of fall risk prevention. Data analysis used the Paired T-Test. There is significant increase in knowledge was obtained before and after audiovisual education was conducted on respondents, there was an increase from 3.11 to 6.96 and an increase in knowledge of 57.1% from 1 (3.6%) person to 17 (60.7%) person. Based on the results of the Paired T-test statistical test, the Sig value was obtained. (2-tailed) = 0.000 which means that statistically there is an effect of audiovisual education on the prevention of the risk of falling on the patient's family in the ICU of Hospital. The audiovisual education method for preventing the risk of falls is an effective educational method for education with a result of an increase in knowledge.
The Effect Of Yoga Exercises On Dysmenorrhea Pain In Female Adolescents Of Hasyim Asyari Junior High School, Ngawonggo Village, Tajinan District, Malang Regency Sejati, Putri Eka; Marina Islami Putri; Reni Yuli Astutik; Shanty Natalia
Journal for Research in Public Health Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30994/jrph.v7i2.125

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During menstruation, adolescent girls commonly experience dysmenorrhea. This study aimed to determine the effect of yoga practice on dysmenorrhea pain in female students at Hasyim Asyari Junior High School in Ngawonggo Village, Tajinan District, Malang Regency. The study used a quasi-experimental design with a single pretest-posttest group. The study sample consisted of 34 adolescent girls who experienced menstrual pain and met the inclusion criteria. The results showed substantial changes in pain levels before and after the yoga intervention. During the pretest, no participants reported pain (0%), but this increased to 3 students (8.8%) after the intervention. Mild pain increased from 0% to 20 students (58.8%). Moderate pain decreased from 12 students (35.3%) to 10 students (14.7%). Severe pain decreased significantly from 19 students (55.9%) to 1 student (2.9%). In conclusion, yoga practice significantly reduced dysmenorrhea pain in adolescent girls at Hasyim Asyari Junior High School. These findings highlight the importance of health workers providing education on menstrual pain management and collaborating with school health workers (UKS) to promote prevention strategies, such as incorporating yoga exercise programs for young female students.
The Effect Of Effleurage Massage With Lemon Aromatherapy On Reducing Primary Dysminorea Pain In Adolescent Females At Al-Hijrah Sirah Senior High School, Pulau Padang, Ogan Komering Ilir Regency Eri Puji Kumalasari; Liswani
Journal for Research in Public Health Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30994/jrph.v7i2.126

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Dysmenorrhea is menstrual pain and is the most common gynecological problem in women of reproductive age. Management of dysmenorrhea can be done pharmacologically and non-pharmacologically. Pharmacological therapy includes administration of analgesic drugs, hormonal therapy, non-steroidal prostaglandin drugs, and cervical canal dilation. While non-pharmacological therapy through acupressure, yoga, warm or cold compresses, exercise, drinking herbal medicine, massage, rest, knee chest position, breathing relaxation techniques. Effleurage massage is a massage technique that is done to help speed up the pain recovery process by using hand touch to create a relaxing effect. Lemon The fragrant compound limonene has effects, anxiety, analgesics and sedatives that can inhibit prostaglandin activity and reduce pain. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of effleurage massage with lemon aromatherapy on reducing primary dysmenorrhea pain in adolescent girls. This study population is all adolescents with primary dysmenorrhea who meet the inclusion and exclusion criteria with a sample size of 14 respondents using a one group pretest posttest only research design. The collected data were then analyzed using the chi square statistical test (p value = 0.000), based on the chi square analysis showed that effleurage massage with lemon aromatherapy has an effect on overcoming primary dysmenorrhea in adolescent girls.
Knowledge, Attitudes and Behaviors by Providing Health Education through Electronic Media (Radio) to the People of Kediri City Ridha Rachmathiany; Riza Yuliawati
Journal for Research in Public Health Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30994/jrph.v7i2.127

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Health education delivered through digital media, especially radio, continues to play a crucial role in the distribution of health information to the public. This study aims to examine the extent of public understanding, attitudes, and actions after receiving health education through radio in the Kediri City area. The research design applied is descriptive with quantitative methods. There were 11 respondents who were selected using purposive sampling. The tool used in this study is a questionnaire to measure knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors. The research findings showed that respondents had good knowledge of 45.45% (5 respondents), good attitudes were 90.9% (10 respondents) and sufficient behavior was 45.45% (5 respondents). So that it can show that health information broadcast via radio can be well received by the public. Meanwhile, to take action requires a process and motivation again. Health education through radio is quite effective in improving public understanding, attitudes, and actions. Radio is still considered relevant as a medium for health promotion among the community.

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