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Journal of Public Health Indonesian
ISSN : -     EISSN : 30481139     DOI : https://doi.org/10.62872/jphi.v2i5
Core Subject : Health,
Journal of Public Health Indonesian: Jurnal Kesehatan Masyarakat is an international, peer-reviewed journal. It publishes original papers, reviews and short reports on all aspects of the science, philosophy, and practice of public health. It is aimed at all public health practitioners and researchers and those who manage and deliver public health services and systems. It will also be of interest to anyone involved in provision of public health programmes, the care of populations or communities and those who contribute to public health systems in any way. Published six times a year, Journal of Public Health Indonesian: Jurnal Kesehatan Masyarakat considers submissions on any aspect of public health across age groups and settings. These include: Public health practice and impact Epidemiology and Biostatistic Applied Epidemiology Need or impact assessments Health service effectiveness, management and re-design Health Protection including control of communicable diseases Health promotion and disease prevention Evaluation of public health programmes or interventions Public health governance, audit and quality Public health law and ethics Health policy and administration Capacity in public health systems and workforce Public health nutrition Environmental healthOccupational health and safety Reproductive health Maternal and child health Obstetrics This is not an exhaustive list and the Editors will consider articles on any issue relating to public health. Journal of Public Health Indonesian: Jurnal Kesehatan Masyarakat also publishes invited articles, reviews and supplements from leading experts on topical issues.
Articles 224 Documents
When Fitness Becomes Fatigue: Wearable Technology, Self-Tracking Anxiety, and Health Perception among Gen Z Eko Perdana Putra; Inaya Nur Aini; Nur Pratiwi
Journal of Public Health Indonesian Vol. 2 No. 5 (2026): JANUARY-JHH
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61536/jphi.v2i5.1007

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The rapid adoption of wearable technology has transformed how Generation Z monitors and interprets health through intensive self-tracking practices. Although wearables are widely promoted as tools to enhance fitness and well-being, excessive health monitoring may generate psychological strain and negatively influence health perception. This study aims to examine the effect of wearable usage intensity on health perception among Generation Z and to investigate the mediating role of self-tracking anxiety. A quantitative explanatory survey design was employed. Data were collected from 240 Generation Z respondents who actively use wearable devices and analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling. The results indicate that wearable usage intensity has a significant positive effect on self-tracking anxiety. Furthermore, self-tracking anxiety has a significant negative effect on health perception. Mediation analysis confirms that self-tracking anxiety partially mediates the relationship between wearable usage intensity and health perception. These findings reveal a paradox of digital fitness technologies, where increased health monitoring does not necessarily lead to more positive health perceptions. This study contributes to the literature on digital health technology by highlighting the psychological consequences of wearable use and offers practical implications for developing more balanced wearable designs and health technology literacy initiatives.
Nurses’ Perceptions of Pressure Ulcer Risk and Prevention Practices in the Intensive Care Unit, Makassar Zaenal Zaenal; Rini Mustamin
Journal of Public Health Indonesian Vol. 2 No. 5 (2026): JANUARY-JHH
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61536/jphi.v2i5.1008

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Pressure ulcers remain one of the most serious complications among critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), serving as a key indicator of healthcare quality and patient safety. This study aims to analyze the influence of nurses’ perceptions of pressure ulcer risk on their prevention practices in the ICU of Makassar City General Hospital. A quantitative approach with a correlational observational and cross-sectional design was employed. Primary data were obtained through structured questionnaires assessing risk perception and observation sheets evaluating prevention practices, while secondary data were collected from hospital documents related to policies and pressure ulcer incidence reports. The findings revealed that most nurses had a good perception of pressure ulcer risk and demonstrated adequate prevention practices, with a significant relationship between perception and preventive performance. The results indicate that a higher perception of risk enhances adherence to evidence-based preventive actions such as patient repositioning, skin integrity monitoring, and the use of pressure-relieving devices. Theoretically, this study reinforces the application of the Health Belief Model in critical nursing practice, emphasizing that individual perception plays a crucial role in shaping preventive behavior. Practically, the study provides empirical evidence to support the development of training programs and quality improvement policies focused on strengthening nurses’ risk perception of pressure ulcers as part of patient safety strategies in hospitals
The Impact of Traditional and Modern Practices on Maternal Health During the Postpartum Period Andi Muhammad Multazam; Isah Fitriani; Annisa Andriyani
Journal of Public Health Indonesian Vol. 2 No. 5 (2026): JANUARY-JHH
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61536/jphi.v2i5.1009

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This mixed-method study demonstrates that postpartum care practices significantly influence maternal health outcomes, with modern practices and integrated traditional–modern approaches yielding better results than reliance on traditional practices alone. Quantitative findings indicate that mothers who adopted evidence-based postpartum care experienced improved physical recovery and overall health status, while qualitative insights reveal that traditional practices continue to play an important psychosocial and cultural role. The integration of both approaches emerged as the most beneficial model, suggesting that maternal health outcomes are optimized when biomedical care is complemented by culturally meaningful practices that provide emotional support and social reassurance. The findings carry important implications for maternal health policy and practice. Health professionals should avoid framing traditional postpartum practices as inherently harmful and instead adopt culturally sensitive strategies that encourage safe integration with modern care. Training programs for midwives and postpartum care providers should emphasize respectful communication and cultural competence to enhance maternal trust and service utilization. However, this study has limitations. The findings are context-specific and may not be fully generalizable to regions with different cultural or healthcare systems. Additionally, the cross-sectional nature of the quantitative phase limits causal inference, and self-reported health measures may be subject to recall bias. Future research should employ longitudinal designs and broader geographic coverage to further examine the long-term health effects of integrated postpartum care models.
Clinical Nursing Interventions and Their Contribution to Stability in Hemodialysis Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease Erwinsyah; Inaya Nur Aini
Journal of Public Health Indonesian Vol. 2 No. 5 (2026): JANUARY-JHH
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61536/jphi.v2i5.1010

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Chronic kidney disease is a progressive condition requiring long-term hemodialysis and is associated with a high risk of physiological instability. Clinical nursing interventions play a strategic role in maintaining patient stability during hemodialysis procedures. This study aimed to analyze the relationship and contribution of clinical nursing interventions to the stability of patients with chronic kidney disease undergoing hemodialysis. A quantitative approach with a cross-sectional observational analytic design was employed. The study sample consisted of patients receiving routine hemodialysis who met the inclusion criteria. Data were collected using structured observation sheets of nursing interventions and measurements of patient stability indicators, and analyzed using correlation and linear regression tests. The results demonstrated a positive and statistically significant relationship between clinical nursing interventions and patient stability. Regression analysis indicated that nursing interventions contributed significantly to patient stability after controlling for clinical factors. These findings confirm that clinical nursing interventions are a critical determinant of patient stability and safety in hemodialysis care. Strengthening evidence-based nursing practices is therefore recommended to improve the quality of hemodialysis services and clinical outcomes.
Surveillance Health Society: Ethics, Privicy, and Social Control in Digital Health Systems Hendra Cipta; Isah Fitriani; Ryryn Suryaman Prana Putra
Journal of Public Health Indonesian Vol. 2 No. 5 (2026): JANUARY-JHH
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61536/jphi.v2i5.1011

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The rapid expansion of digital health systems has transformed healthcare delivery while simultaneously embedding pervasive practices of surveillance within everyday life. Technologies such as electronic health records, wearable devices, and health analytics enable continuous monitoring and data-driven governance of bodies and behaviors. This study critically examines digital health systems through the lens of surveillance society, focusing on the ethical implications of privacy, autonomy, and social control. Employing a qualitative normative–critical approach, the study analyzes policy documents and academic literature from health ethics, surveillance studies, and critical social theory. The findings show that digital health systems function as infrastructures of continuous surveillance that classify risk, normalize behavior, and reshape relations between individuals, states, and technology providers. Ethical challenges arise from weakened informed consent, data commodification, and profound power asymmetries that limit individual control over personal health data. The study further argues that health-based narratives of prevention and security legitimize intrusive forms of governance, positioning digital health as a mechanism of social control rather than purely a tool of care. This research concludes that ethical governance of digital health requires moving beyond technocratic and procedural approaches toward a critical framework that addresses power, justice, and accountability in data-driven health systems
Biostatistical Approach to Predict Disease Risk Using Public Health Data Loso Judijanto; Isah Fitriani
Journal of Public Health Indonesian Vol. 2 No. 5 (2026): JANUARY-JHH
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61536/jphi.v2i5.1012

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The increasing complexity of public health issues demands an analytical approach capable of optimally utilizing data to support disease prevention efforts. The increasing availability of public health data opens up opportunities for the development of evidence-based predictive approaches. This study aims to examine the role of biostatistical approaches in predicting disease risk using public health data and its implications for preventive efforts and health policy. The study employed a qualitative approach using literature review methods, including journal articles, academic books, and relevant policy documents. Data analysis was conducted thematically to identify the role of biostatistics in risk factor analysis, predictive model development, and the associated methodological and policy challenges. The study results indicate that biostatistical approaches play a crucial role in identifying multifactorial relationships between health determinants and disease incidence at the population level. Disease risk prediction models have been shown to support the identification of high-risk groups and the planning of more efficient preventive interventions. Key challenges include data quality, limited human resources, and gaps in the translation of analysis results into health policy. Overall, the biostatistical approach is a strategic foundation for the development of a data- and evidence-based public health system oriented towards disease prevention
Evaluation of Health System Preparedness for Post-Disaster Health Crises Inaya Nur Aini; Isah Fitriani; Ryryn Suryaman Prana Putra
Journal of Public Health Indonesian Vol. 2 No. 5 (2026): JANUARY-JHH
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61536/jphi.v2i5.1013

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Post-disaster health crises frequently expose structural vulnerabilities within health systems, including disrupted service delivery, limited medical resources, and weak inter-institutional coordination. This study aims to evaluate the level of health system preparedness for post-disaster health crises and to identify the structural barriers that hinder effective response and recovery. A mixed-methods approach was employed using a convergent explanatory design. Quantitative data were collected through a health system preparedness checklist covering human resources, infrastructure, logistics, referral systems, and emergency response protocols. Descriptive statistics and gap analysis were used to assess preparedness levels against established standards. Qualitative data were obtained through in-depth interviews with health policymakers, facility managers, and frontline health workers involved in disaster response, and analyzed thematically to explain quantitative findings.The results indicate that overall health system preparedness is at a moderate level, with relatively strong formal preparedness in emergency protocols but substantial gaps in logistics capacity, human resource availability, and operational coordination. Qualitative findings reveal that fragmented governance, delayed resource mobilization, and limited functional integration across institutions undermine the implementation of preparedness plans during post-disaster conditions. The integration of quantitative and qualitative results highlights a persistent gap between formal preparedness and functional readiness.This study concludes that effective post-disaster health preparedness requires moving beyond administrative compliance toward strengthening functional system capacity. The findings underscore the value of mixed-methods evaluation in generating comprehensive evidence to inform policy reforms aimed at improving health system resilience in disaster-prone settings.
Integrative Systematic Literature Review: Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches in Interventions to Reduce Self-Harm Behaviour in Adolescents Alini Alini; Faridah Mohd Said; Nia Aprilla; Bri Nofrika
Journal of Public Health Indonesian Vol. 2 No. 6 (2026): MARCH-JHH
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61536/jphi.v2i6.1014

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Self-harm behaviour in adolescents is a crucial mental health issue that increases the risk of suicide and requires effective intervention. Psychological approaches such as the Transtheoretical Model (TTM), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and digital technology have been used to reduce this behaviour, but a deep understanding of the adolescent experience is also necessary. This systematic review aims to evaluate the efficacy of interventions to reduce self-harming behaviour in adolescents by integrating quantitative research results and qualitative insights related to motivation, social factors, and the process of stopping the behaviour. A literature search using the PICO strategy was conducted in the Scopus, PubMed, EBSCO, and ScienceDirect databases. Article selection followed the PRISMA method with inclusion criteria of 2015–2024, full text, open access, and English language. Quantitative studies included RCT and longitudinal studies, while qualitative studies used in-depth interviews and thematic analysis. Data synthesis from both approaches was conducted narratively and through thematic meta-synthesis. From 116 articles assessed for eligibility, a total of 8 studies met the inclusion criteria, consisting of 5 quantitative and 3 qualitative studies. Quantitative findings indicate that psychological interventions significantly reduce the frequency of self-harm behaviour. Qualitative findings highlight key factors such as difficulties in emotional regulation, social pressure, barriers to help-seeking, and the importance of family support. The tension between adolescent autonomy and the need for social support emerged as a central theme.. A multifaceted approach that integrates evidence-based therapy with an understanding of the psychosocial context effectively reduces self-harming behaviour in adolescents. Recommendations point towards culturally sensitive family- and school-based interventions and further research using mixed methods.
The Effect of Hygiene Practices and Environmental Sanitation on Stunting Incidence: A Community-Based Public Health Approach Herlina Lidiyawati
Journal of Public Health Indonesian Vol. 2 No. 6 (2026): MARCH-JHH
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61536/jphi.v2i6.1015

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Stunting remains a major public health challenge in Indonesia, with long-term consequences for cognitive development, educational attainment, and adult productivity. Beyond inadequate dietary intake, environmental determinants such as poor hygiene practices and inadequate sanitation contribute significantly to impaired linear growth. This study aims to analyze the effect of hygiene practices and environmental sanitation on stunting incidence using a community-based public health approach. A cross-sectional community-based analytical design was applied among children aged 6–59 months. Data were collected through structured caregiver interviews, direct household observations of sanitation facilities, anthropometric measurements based on WHO growth standards, and review of community health records. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was conducted to determine adjusted odds ratios for WASH-related factors. The results indicate that lack of handwashing before feeding, unimproved latrine facilities, unsafe water sources, open defecation practices, and recent diarrheal episodes significantly increase the likelihood of stunting. These findings support the fecal–oral transmission and environmental enteric dysfunction pathways linking sanitation and growth failure. The study concludes that integrated community-based WASH interventions, combined with behavior change strategies and local health system strengthening, are essential to sustainably reduce stunting prevalence
The Role of Digital Health Literacy in Preventing Medical Misinformation on Social Media: Implications for Public Health Behavior Yessy Dessy Arna
Journal of Public Health Indonesian Vol. 2 No. 6 (2026): MARCH-JHH
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61536/jphi.v2i6.1016

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The rapid proliferation of medical misinformation on social media poses significant challenges to public health, influencing risk perception, vaccination decisions, and preventive behaviors. Digital health literacy has emerged as a potential protective factor that enables individuals to critically evaluate and apply online health information. This study aims to analyze the role of digital health literacy in preventing medical misinformation on social media and to examine its implications for public health behavior. A quantitative cross-sectional survey was conducted among 420 active social media users aged 18 years and above. Data were collected using a structured online questionnaire measuring digital health literacy, belief in medical misinformation, and health behavior indicators, including vaccination intention and information verification practices. Multiple regression and mediation analyses were performed to assess predictive relationships. The results indicate that higher digital health literacy significantly reduces belief in medical misinformation and positively predicts vaccination intention and proactive information verification. Belief in misinformation negatively affects vaccination intention, supporting its mediating role. Although causal inference remains limited, the findings suggest that strengthening digital health literacy can contribute to safer health behaviors. Integrating digital health literacy education with public health communication strategies is essential to counter misinformation in the social media era.