Jurnal Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat Wahana Usada

Mengenal Golongan Darah: Pengabdian Edukasi dan Pemeriksaan di Sekolah Menengah Pertama Negeri 12 Denpasar

Putu Cintya Denny Yuliyatni — 2025-06-30

Background: The Ministry of Home Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia stated that only 14% of the population have reported their blood type in their civil identification, while the rest have either not reported it or are not unaware of their blood type. The majority of the population does not yet understand the importance of knowing their blood type, particularly in the context of healthcare. Purpose: This community service activity aimed to enhance the knowledge and awareness of junior high school (SMP) students in Denpasar regarding the importance of knowing their blood type as part of personal identity and preparedness in medical situations. Method: The activity was carried out through interactive education about the blood type system and its significance in healthcare, as well as direct blood type screening by a medical team. Participants included 7th-grade students, school organization members, and teachers who had not previously known their blood type. Result:The results showed that the majority of students had blood type O (48.69%) and were Rhesus positive (99.48%). The activity also demonstrated high enthusiasm among students and an increased understanding of the blood type system, reflected in the improvement of the average pre-test and post-test scores from 3.49 to 4.04. Conclussion:Through this activity, it is expected that students can become health literacy agents in their schools and communities.

Pengabdian Masyarakat Penggunaan Antibiotik yang Bijak pada Ibu Rumah Tangga di Desa Punggul Kabupaten Badung

I Gusti Ayu Rai Widowati — 2025-06-30

Background: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an increasing global health challenge, especially due to the irrational use of antibiotics. Increasing public awareness of the dangers of AMR is an important step in prevention and control efforts. A counseling program on AMR awareness has been implemented as part of the Community Service Program by Bali International University students in Punggul Village, Badung Regency, Bali Province. Method: This community service activity was carried out on September 5, 2023 and was attended by more than 50 participants, the majority of whom were housewives. The methods used included the presentation of educational materials, interactive sessions, and local culture-based campaigns to increase public understanding regarding the proper and wise use of antibiotics. Results: Evaluation through posttest showed that there was fair knowledge (73.0%) and positif attitude of participants (100%) regarding the importance of rational use of antibiotics. In addition, this activity had a positive impact on students as implementers, especially in improving communication skills, leadership, and community empowerment. Conclusion: This program showed that a community-based educational approach that is sensitive to the local context has significant potential in raising awareness of AMR. Active involvement of young people as agents of change can be a sustainable strategy to support AMR control efforts at the local and global levels.

Peningkatan Kualitas Hidup melalui Deteksi Dini Penyakit Degeneratif melalui Pemeriksaan Tekanan Darah dan Glukosa Darah

Eva Inayatul Faiza — 2025-06-30

Background: Degenerative diseases are still a health problem that must be paid attention to. This disease can be prevented by early detection so as to minimize the risk factors that cause it. Various government efforts have been made to prevent and treat degenerative diseases, one of which is early detection of disease through regular blood pressure checks and blood sugar checks. Activity objective: community service is to improve the quality of life through early detection of degenerative diseases through blood pressure and blood glucose checks. Method: Community service method using free blood pressure and blood glucose checks and providing counseling about degenerative diseases. Community service recommendations for 37 people carried out on August 23 2024. Results: Most blood pressure and blood glucose examination results were within normal limits. Conclusion: Community service activities were carried out smoothly and we hope that this activity can pay attention to the quality of life, especially related to degenerative diseases.

Keywords: Early Detection: Degenerative Disease

Pendidikan Kesehatan sebagai Upaya dalam Pengendalian Hipertensi Guna Meningkatkan Kemandirian pada Lansia

I Gede Yudiana Putra — 2025-06-30

Background: Elderly individuals with uncontrolled high blood pressure are at high risk for developing complications. One of the prevention efforts for hypertension complications is regular blood pressure monitoring. Blood pressure control and prevention of hypertension complications are influenced by several factors, including the patient's knowledge of hypertension and dietary patterns. Through understanding, early detection, and appropriate treatment, elderly individuals can manage and prevent serious complications that may arise.
Methods: The activity implementation stage includes preparation of facilities and equipment, followed by health education using educational video media and leaflets. The activity was held in one session. The target audience for this activity was elderly individuals, both independent and assisted, aged 45 years and older. Evaluation was conducted using pre- and post-tests.
Results: The activity was carried out at Wantilan, Desa Guwang, with the attendance of 30 elderly individuals from the local elderly group in the village. The activity began with elderly exercise, followed by health education through an educational video and leaflet distribution. The pre-test and post-test results showed a significant improvement in the elderly's knowledge about hypertension. The elderly demonstrated a better understanding of hypertension, including the definition of normal blood pressure, how to measure blood pressure, and the importance of a healthy lifestyle to control hypertension.
Conclusion: Health education is crucial in controlling hypertension in the elderly. With accurate knowledge about hypertension, the elderly become more confident in taking preventive actions. Increased independence has a positive impact on physical, mental, and emotional aspects, which helps the elderly feel more optimistic and have a better quality of life.

Edukasi Pola Hidup Bersih dan Sehat Melalui Jajan Sehat di Sekolah Dasar Cipinang Besar Selatan 13

Rohima Robby — 2025-06-30

Food poisoning incidents often occur in children at school. Clean and healthy living behavior needs to be fostered from an early age to prevent infectious diseases, and also to improve learning effectiveness, increase productivity and create a complete and comfortable environment. This program aims to provide counseling on clean and healthy lifestyles through healthy snacks. The method used in Community Service (PkM) activities is through direct counseling activities. Participants in this activity consisted of 35 students of SDN Cipinang Besar Selatan 13. The results of this activity show the enthusiasm and enthusiasm of students when participating in activities with the theme of Clean and Healthy Lifestyle (PHBS) which is shown from the desire of students when trying to answer questions from the speaker. This activity is expected to provide benefits both for schools and for students involved in implementing a Clean and Healthy Lifestyle (PHBS).

Edukasi Keluarga Mahasiswa tentang Pencegahan dan Deteksi Dini Penyakit Kronis

Muhammad Basri — 2025-06-30

Chronic diseases in Indonesia remain a serious challenge in improving the quality of life of the community, particularly in terms of prevention and early detection of chronic diseases. This community service activity aims to educate family members of students on preventing and detecting chronic diseases, particularly diabetes mellitus and stroke, by adopting a healthy lifestyle, maintaining a balanced diet, reducing excessive consumption of sugar, salt, and fat, and engaging in regular light physical activity daily. Additionally, participants are encouraged to regularly monitor blood pressure and blood sugar levels, manage stress, and ensure adequate rest. The activity was conducted over two weeks through three stages: preparation, implementation, and evaluation. The community service activity was carried out in three stages: preparation, implementation, and evaluation. The results of this activity found that there was a 62% increase in knowledge about the prevention and detection of Diabetes Mellitus, a 57% increase in knowledge about the prevention and detection of stroke, and a 54% increase in knowledge about the role of nutrition, healthy lifestyle, and physical activity. Additionally, there was a 54% change in behaviour for the prevention and early detection of Diabetes Mellitus, a 35% change for the prevention and early detection of stroke, 32% for the role of nutrition, activities, and healthy lifestyles among student families affected by Diabetes Mellitus and stroke. This was measured by assessing blood sugar levels and blood pressure before and after the activity, which showed a decrease of 16% in blood pressure and 11% in blood sugar levels. It is hoped that after this activity, participants can apply the knowledge gained in their daily lives and serve as role models for children in fostering a culture of healthy living. Translated with DeepL.com (free version).

Pemberdayaan kepada Pelaku Pariwisata dalam Memberikan Pertolongan Pertama Korban Tenggelam di Wilayah Pantai Mertasari Sanur

Hana Yundari AA. Istri Dalem — 2025-06-30

Background: Bali Province is a tourist destination which makes Bali have the potential for drowning cases. It is very important to initiate first aid immediately so that the victim can avoid death or more severe disability. Therefore, knowledge regarding techniques for providing basic life support and handling drowning victims. Tourism actors in coastal areas have the first opportunity to help drowning victims. Objective: To determine the knowledge and skills of the community in providing first aid to drowning victims. Method: Lectures and discussions to explain knowledge and techniques in handling or providing first aid to drowning patients. The media used are leaflets and flipcharts. The targets for this community service are tourism actors, namely travel agent employees in the Mertasari Sanur beach area, totaling 50 employees. Results: Before being given education about handling drowning victims, 66.7% of participants had poor knowledge and only 33.3% of participants had good knowledge and 76.7% of participants had very good knowledge and 23.3% had good knowledge after learning about handling drowning victims. Conclusion: There was an increase in participants' knowledge and skills in providing first aid to drowning victims.

Peningkatan Keterampilan Kader Sehat Dalam Pendampingan Ibu Nifas

Dani Prastiwi — 2025-06-30

The postpartum period is a critical period for mothers and babies because a other does not only focus on herself,, but also on caring for her baby. Problems arise in postpartum service visits results in minimal information on ppostpartum vare. Community empowerment through improving the skills of cadres as companions for postpartum mothers is expected to solve problems in postpartum mothers.

Community service activities will be carried out for 3 face to face meetings in Bandengan Village involving 6 active Posyandu with 21 people attending. Improving the knowledge and skills of cadres is carried out using a case study approach, group discussions, lectures and simulations. Assistance will be carried out by scheduling visits to postpartum mothers and conducting evaluations.

There has been an increase in the knowledge and skills of cadres in assisting postpartum mothers. It is hoped that healthy cadres can become an extension of health workers in monitoring postpartum mothers and their babies, so that problems can be reduced.