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AFIYATUN Journal of Health Sciences
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AFIYATUN Journal of Health Sciences is an open-access, peer-reviewed journal that presents the latest research across all aspects of health that has not been previously published elsewhere. Managed by PT. Edukasi Ahmad Kirang Publishing in collaboration with Manarang University of West Sulawesi under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the journal is published by PT. Edukasi Ahmad Kirang. AFIYATUN Journal of Health Sciences is published quarterly (four issues per year) in March, June, September, and December. Manuscripts are accepted and published as original articles, review articles, and case reports. The scope of the journal includes, but is not limited to: Public Health Nursing Midwifery Nutrition Epidemiology Health Promotion Pharmacy Environmental Health Other related health disciplines AFIYATUN publishes original research articles, literature reviews, case studies, and short communications that are relevant to current developments and challenges in the health sector. All submissions undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure scientific quality, accuracy, and relevance.
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Self Harm in Polytechnic Students of the Ministry of Health of East Kalimantan in 2025 Gajali Rahman; Tini; Lukman Nulhakim
Afiyatun Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): December
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Background: Self-harm behavior is a serious concern among college students who face high academic pressure, dense study loads, and strict time demands. This study aimed to identify and describe factors contributing to self-harm behavior among Nursing and Midwifery students at Poltekkes Kemenkes Kaltim in 2025. Methods: This descriptive study used a qualitative approach with deep interview technique. The sample consisted of 104 respondents selected through purposive sampling. Data collection used questionnaires and observations. Data validity was ensured through observation persistence and triangulation techniques. Results: The study found that 59 respondents (56.7%) had a tendency toward self-harm behavior. The majority were female (47.7%), aged 15-20 years (50.85%), in semester 4 (44%), and with parental income of Rp.1,000,000-Rp.5,000,000 (60.2%). Common behaviors included self-blame, neglecting wounds, reckless driving, and self-hitting. Conclusion: Self-harm behavior among students requires immediate attention. This research contributes to understanding self-harm behavior so that perpetrators can seek psychological treatment before it develops into actual suicide attempts.
The Impact of Academic Stress on Student Mental Health: A Review of the Literature Azeng Nurul Hikmah; Analekta Tiara Perdana
Afiyatun Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): December
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Background: Academic stress is a prevalent issue among university students and has been widely associated with adverse mental health outcomes. Increasing academic demands, transitional challenges, and performance pressure place students at higher risk of experiencing psychological distress. Given the growing global concern regarding student mental health, this study aimed to examine the impact of academic stress on mental health among university students. This literature review sought to synthesize existing evidence and identify key trends related to academic stress and mental health outcomes. Methods: This study employed a narrative literature review design. Relevant articles published within the last ten years were identified through electronic databases using keywords related to academic stress, mental health, and university students. Studies were selected based on predefined inclusion criteria focusing on undergraduate and postgraduate students. Data were analyzed through critical reading and qualitative synthesis of findings from peer-reviewed journals. Ethical approval was not required as the study used secondary data. Results: The reviewed literature consistently demonstrated a strong association between academic stress and negative mental health outcomes. High levels of academic stress were linked to increased symptoms of anxiety, depression, emotional exhaustion, sleep disturbances, and reduced psychological well-being. Academic workload, examinations, time pressure, and insufficient academic support were identified as major stressors. Protective factors such as coping strategies, resilience, and social support were reported to reduce the negative effects of academic stress. Conclusion: This literature review highlights the significant impact of academic stress on university students’ mental health. The findings emphasize the need for promotive and preventive mental health strategies within higher education institutions. Future research should focus on intervention-based and longitudinal studies to strengthen mental health support systems for students
Patriarchal System And Stress Levels In Mothers With Toddlers Restianingsih Putri Rahayu; Anjeli Ratih Syamlingga Putri; Fitriyani Bahriyah; Arlis; Monifa Putri
Afiyatun Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): December
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ABSTRACT Background: Women who perform their duties as wives within a patriarchal system are responsible for household management, which can make women one of the groups vulnerable to mental disorders, especially stress. This research is important to conduct in order to examine the relationship between the patriarchal system and stress levels in mothers with toddlers, as an effort to broaden the understanding of social determinants of maternal mental health and provide a basis for family-based psychosocial interventions. Methods: This study uses a quantitative method with a cross-sectional approach. The population of this study consisted of 37 mothers who have toddlers. This study uses a bivariate test, namely the Mann-Whitney test. Results: The bivariate analysis using the Mann-Whitney test showed no significant difference in stress levels, with a significance value of 0.124. Conclusion: In conclusion, research on the patriarchal system and stress levels in mothers with toddlers indicates that, descriptively, mothers living in a patriarchal system tend to have higher stress levels compared to mothers who do not live in a patriarchal system. However, the results of the Mann–Whitney U test show that the difference in stress levels between the two groups is not statistically significan.   ABSTRAK Latar Belakang: Wanita yang menjalankan tugasnya sebagai istri dalam sistem patriarki merupakan penanggung jawab rumah tangga, hal ini dapat menyebabkan wanita menjadi salah satu golongan yang rentan menderita gangguan mental, terutama stress. Penelitian ini penting dilakukan untuk mengkaji hubungan antara sistem patriarki dan tingkat stres pada ibu yang memiliki balita, sebagai upaya memperluas pemahaman mengenai determinan sosial kesehatan mental ibu serta memberikan dasar bagi intervensi psikososial berbasis keluarga. Metode: Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif dengan metode cross sectional. Populasi pada penelitian ini yaitu ibu yang memiliki bayi balita sebanyak 37 orang. Penelitian ini menggunakan uji bivariat yaitu Mann-Whitney. Hasil: Hasil analisis Bivariat dengan menggunakan Mann-Whitney menunjukkan tidak terdapat perbedaan tingkat stress yang signifikan dengan nilai Sig 0,124. Kesimpulan: Kesimpulannya, penelitian mengenai sistem patriarki dan tingkat stres pada ibu yang memiliki balita, dapat disimpulkan bahwa secara deskriptif ibu yang hidup dalam sistem patriarki cenderung memiliki tingkat stres yang lebih tinggi dibandingkan ibu yang tidak hidup dalam sistem patriarki. Namun, hasil uji Mann–Whitney U menunjukkan bahwa perbedaan tingkat stres antara kedua kelompok tersebut tidak signifikan secara statistik. 
Factors Associated With The Completeness Of Basic Immunization In Children In The Working Area Of Teluk Lubuk Public Health Center Sari Wahyuni; rusmita; Wilma; ⁠Asri Novianti; Miskiyah; Rohaya
Afiyatun Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): December
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Background: Complete basic immunization is an important preventive effort to protect children from various infectious diseases. However, the coverage of basic immunization in several regions of Indonesia has not yet reached the national target, including in the working area of Teluk Lubuk Public Health Center. Various factors such as maternal knowledge, attitude, and occupation are suspected to be associated with the completeness of basic immunization. Therefore, this study aims to determine the factors associated with the completeness of basic immunization in children. Objective: To identify the factors associated with the completeness of basic immunization in children in the working area of Teluk Lubuk Public Health Center in 2025. Methods: This study employed a quantitative design with a cross-sectional approach. The study was conducted in February 2025. The population consisted of all mothers with children aged 12–24 months in the working area of Teluk Lubuk Public Health Center. A total of 97 respondents were selected using total sampling technique. Data were analyzed using the chi-square test and odds ratio (OR). Results: A total of 54.6% of children received complete basic immunization. There was a significant relationship between maternal knowledge (p=0.000; OR=3.628) and maternal attitude (p=0.045; OR=2.522) with the completeness of basic immunization. However, maternal occupation was not significantly associated with immunization completeness (p=0.528; OR=0.710). Conclusion: Maternal knowledge and attitude are significantly associated with the completeness of basic immunization in children, while maternal occupation is not. Efforts to enhance health education and promotion by health workers are necessary to increase maternal awareness of the importance of basic immunization.
Overview of Complete Blood Test Results in D3 Medical Laboratory Technology Students of the Ministry of Health of East Kalimantan Askur; Sresta Azahra; Fitri Nur Rica; Nurul Anggrieni
Afiyatun Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): December
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Background: Anemia is a global health problem that affects women of reproductive age. In Indonesia, the prevalence of anemia in women aged 15-49 years reaches 23.7%. Health students are at high risk of anemia due to lifestyle factors and academic stress. This study aims to analyze the complete picture of the results of the complete blood test in D3 Medical Laboratory Technology students. Methods: Descriptive research with a cross-sectional design was conducted on 31 students of D3 Medical Laboratory Technology of the Ministry of Health of East Kalimantan in 2025. Complete blood test using a hematology analyzer with the parameters of hemoglobin, erythrocytes, hematocrit, leukocytes, type, and platelets. The data were analyzed descriptively with the mean, standard deviation, and frequency distribution. Results: The average hemoglobin level was 13.01 ± 0.83 g/dL with a range of 11.1-14.6 g/dL. The prevalence of anemia (<12 g/dL) was 12.9% (n=4), all of which were categorized as mild anemia. Average erythrocytes 4.54 ± 0.34 million/μL, hematocrit 39.58 ± 2.90%, leukocytes 8144 ± 2066 cells/μL, and platelets 317613 ± 56493/μL. All parameters were within the normal range. Conclusion: The majority of female students (87.1%) have normal hemoglobin levels. The prevalence of mild anemia at 12.9% indicates the need for nutrition screening and education programs. Further research needs to integrate iron status biomarkers to confirm the etiology of anemia.
Implementation of Distraction Therapy Through Nature Videos in Pre-Caesarean Section (CS) Patients with Anxiety Nursing Problems in the Khadijah Inpatient Ward, ANNISA Women's and Children's Hospital Almaderi Putra; Angga Arfina; Rina Herniyanti; Ulfa Hasanah
Afiyatun Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 1 No. 2 (2026): March
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Background: Delivery through Sectio Caesarea (SC) often causes anxiety in preoperative mothers due to lack of information, concerns about fetal safety, and fear of the surgical procedure. Anxiety can trigger physiological responses such as increased heart rate, sleep disturbances, and emotional tension that may affect the mother’s condition before delivery. Therefore, effective non-pharmacological interventions are needed to help reduce patient anxiety. One intervention that can be used is distraction therapy through nature videos, which provide calming visual stimuli and help divert the patient’s attention. This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of distraction therapy using nature videos in reducing anxiety levels among pre-Sectio Caesarea patients in the Khadijah inpatient ward of RSIA Annisa. Methods: This study used a case study design based on Evidence-Based Practice Nursing. The research was conducted in the Khadijah inpatient ward of RSIA Annisa in December 2025 with two pre-Sectio Caesarea patients experiencing moderate anxiety. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and measurement of anxiety levels using the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HARS). The intervention consisted of distraction therapy using nature videos for 15 minutes each day for three consecutive days after the patients provided informed consent. Results: The results showed a decrease in anxiety levels in both patients. The HARS score of the first patient decreased from 26 to 13, while the second patient’s score decreased from 25 to 12. Patients also appeared calmer, showed reduced restlessness, and experienced improved rest quality after the intervention. Conclusion: Distraction therapy using nature videos is effective in reducing anxiety in pre-Sectio Caesarea patients and can be used as a non-pharmacological nursing intervention to improve patients’ psychological comfort before surgery.
Formulation And Antibacterial Effectiveness Test Of Ethyl Acetate And Methanol Extract Gel From Patchouli Leaf (Pogostemon Cablin Benth) Against Acne-Causing Bacteria Muhammad Taufiq Duppa; Anshari Masri; Syafruddin; Ermawati
Afiyatun Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 1 No. 2 (2026): March
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Background: Acne is an infection characterized by inflammation of the polysebocyte layer caused by microorganisms such as Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, and Propionibacterium acnes. Antibiotic use can lead to drug resistance, making natural ingredients a viable alternative. Patchouli leaves (Pogostemon cablin Benth) contain flavonoids, saponins, and tannins with antibacterial properties. Methods: This was a laboratory experimental study involving maceration extraction of patchouli leaf using ethyl acetate and methanol solvents, followed by gel formulation and antibacterial effectiveness testing (well diffusion method) against S. aureus, S. epidermidis, and P. acnes at 3%, 5%, and 7% extract concentrations. Results: Physical stability evaluation showed all gel preparations met semisolid criteria (organoleptic, homogeneity, pH 4.5–8.0, adhesiveness >1 s, spreadability 5–7 cm, viscosity 3000–50000 cPs, thixotropic flow). At 7% concentration, ethyl acetate and methanol extracts showed the greatest inhibitory zones against all tested bacteria. Conclusion: Gel preparations of ethyl acetate and methanol extracts of patchouli leaf (Pogostemon cablin Benth) showed good physical stability and effective antibacterial activity at all concentrations, with 7% showing the highest inhibitory effect.
Overview of Hemoglobin Levels Using the Cyanmethemoglobin Method in Lipidemia Specimens at the East Kalimantan Provincial Health Laboratory Muhammad Rio Kharismawan; Supri Hartini; I gede Andika Sukarya
Afiyatun Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 1 No. 2 (2026): March
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Background: Hemoglobin level measurement using the cyanmethemoglobin method is affected by lipemic samples. Lipemic serum, caused by lipoprotein particles such as chylomicrons, VLDL, and triglycerides, creates chromophoric interference in photometric analysis, affecting wavelength readings and causing light scattering due to lipid particles. Methods: An observational analytic study using a total sampling technique was conducted at the East Kalimantan Provincial Health Laboratory during August–September 2024. A total of 30 lipemic specimens were included, collected from patients undergoing routine blood examination with cholesterol levels >200 mg/dL. Data were obtained from secondary medical records. Results: Of 30 lipemic samples, 28 samples (93%) showed hemoglobin levels within the normal range and 2 samples (7%) were below normal. The minimum hemoglobin value was 12.0 g/dL, maximum was 15.7 g/dL, and the mean was 13.7 g/dL. Regarding cholesterol levels, 22 samples (73%) had cholesterol of 201–250 mg/dL and 8 samples (27%) had cholesterol of 251–300 mg/dL. Conclusion: Hemoglobin measurement in lipemic serum using the cyanmethemoglobin method can serve as an accurate reference. The average results showed no values outside the normal range. The two samples below normal may be attributable to unknown confounding variables such as dietary habits, smoking behavior, and age.
Effect of Red Andong Leaf Infusion (Cordyline fruticosa L. A. Cheval) on HbA1c Levels in Diabetic Mice (Mus musculus) Adhinda Kayla Sahwa D.; I gede Andika Sukarya; Dwi Setiyo Prihandono
Afiyatun Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 1 No. 2 (2026): March
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Background: Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disease characterized by hyperglycemia which can lead to serious complications. Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is an important biomarker reflecting average blood glucose over 2–3 months. Red Andong leaves (Cordyline fruticosa L.A. Cheval) contain bioactive compounds — saponins, flavonoids, and tannins — with potential antidiabetic activity. Methods: This experimental study used a pretest-posttest control group design. Sixteen male mice induced with alloxan were randomly assigned to two groups: a control group (no treatment) and a treatment group receiving 1 mL of red Andong leaf infusion orally twice daily for 14 days. Data normality was assessed using the Shapiro-Wilk test, followed by a Paired T-Test for between-group comparison. Results: Mean HbA1c in the treatment group before intervention was 5.494% (min 4.4%, max 6.6%). After 14 days, HbA1c decreased to a mean of 5.075% (min 3.4%, max 6.3%). Paired T-Test yielded p = 0.00 (p < 0.05), indicating a statistically significant difference between pre- and post-intervention HbA1c levels. Conclusion: Red Andong leaf infusion significantly reduced HbA1c levels in diabetic mice. The effect is attributed to the combined action of flavonoids (enhancing glycogenesis and β-cell regeneration), tannins (inhibiting α-glucosidase), and saponins (inhibiting intestinal glucose absorption).
Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate and Complete Blood Count Parameters among Female Students of DIII Medical Laboratory Technology, Poltekkes Kemenkes East Kalimantan Dewi Saraswati; Maria Eka Suryani; Yuliansyah Rianur
Afiyatun Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 1 No. 2 (2026): March
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Background: Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) is a non-specific indicator of systemic inflammation widely used in clinical laboratory practice. Physiological factors including menstrual cycle phase, anemia, and hormonal influences can affect ESR values in women of reproductive age. Female medical laboratory technology students represent an ideal population for studying physiological variation in hematological parameters. This study aimed to describe ESR values and complete blood count (CBC) parameters among female DIII Medical Laboratory Technology students at Poltekkes Kemenkes Kaltim and to analyze their correlation. Methods: This descriptive observational study with a cross-sectional design was conducted at the Hematology Laboratory of Poltekkes Kemenkes Kaltim. A total of 31 female students aged 18–25 years who met the inclusion criteria were enrolled. Blood samples were collected by venipuncture; CBC was examined using a Hematology Analyzer and ESR was measured using the Westergren method. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Spearman correlation (α=0.05). Informed consent was obtained from all participants. Results: The mean ESR was 20.74 ± 16.38 mm/h (median 18.00 mm/h, IQR 11.5–28.5, range 1–76 mm/h); Shapiro-Wilk test confirmed non-normal distribution (W=0.8937; p=0.005). Based on the Westergren reference value for adult women (≤20 mm/h), 58.1% of subjects had normal ESR and 41.9% had elevated ESR. Mean hemoglobin was 13.01 g/dL with 12.9% classified as mildly anemic. Mean leukocyte count was 8,143 cells/µL with a normal differential. Spearman correlation analysis revealed no statistically significant correlation between ESR and all CBC parameters (p>0.05), although a borderline correlation was found between ESR and lymphocytes (rho=0.343; p=0.059). Conclusion: ESR values in apparently healthy female students showed wide variability, with 41.9% exceeding the normal reference limit, reflecting the influence of physiological factors—particularly menstrual cycle phase and hormonal status—rather than pathological processes. No significant correlation was found between ESR and CBC parameters, likely due to the narrow hemoglobin range in the study population. These findings emphasize the importance of considering physiological context when interpreting ESR in women of reproductive age. Longitudinal studies recording menstrual cycle phases are recommended.

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