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Household Food Expenditure Typology And Its Association With Child Stunting And Anemia In Indonesia, Ratu Ayu Dewi Sartika, Yusnita Yusnita, Winda M. Ningsih, Ririn Arminsih Wulandari Dds.,Dr, Siti A. Pujonarti, Fadila Wirawan

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Stunting and anemia remain the coexisting nutritional problems among Indonesian children. However, evidence of household-level food expenditure and its association with child stunting and anemia is limited. This study aimed to observe the association between household food expenditure typology and child stunting and anemia in Indonesia. Data was obtained from the 2007 and 2014 Indonesia Family Life Survey (IFLS). The household food expenditure, child nutritional status, and anemia were observed in 2007 and 2014. Latent class analysis was taken to identify the food expenditure pattern. Binary logistic regression was applied to analyze the association between household food expenditure patterns and …

Exploration Of Positive Deviance In Prevention Of Underweight In The Under-Five: A Qualitative Study On Low-Income Urban Families, Irwan Budiono, Lukman Fauzi, Dewi Sari Rochmayani

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Children under the age of five (the under-five) from low-income families are more vulnerable to experience underweight. This nutritional vulnerability is evident in the preliminary study, where 35.1% of the under-five experience underweight, and 28.48% are low-income families. This study aimed to explore Positive Deviance (PD) behaviors in preventing underweight among the under-five. The study applied a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data collection took place in July-August 2022, focusing on low-income families in the Gunung Brintik area. Data were collected through two focus group discussions, seven in-depth interviews, and five key informant interviews. Coding, subtheme, and theme …

Risk Factors For Cognitive Impairment In Adult Population Of Coastal Area: A Cross-Sectional Study In Maringkik Island, Indonesia, Herpan Syafii Harahap, Arina Windri Rivarti, Nurhidayati Nurhidayati, Fitriannisa Faradina Zubaidi, Dini Suryani, Legis Ocktaviana Saputri, Yanna Indrayana, Athalita Andhera, Muhammad Hilam, Abiyyu Didar Haq

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Cognitive impairment is a medical condition commonly found in elderly populations, which can be due to vascular risk factors in patients. There remains limited data on risk factors for cognitive impairment among coastal region populations. This study aimed to investigate risk factors for cognitive impairment in the adult population of Maringkik Island, West Nusa Tenggara Province, Indonesia. Data collected were age, sex, education level, hypertension, antihypertensive treatment, diabetes mellitus, cigarette smoking, and body mass index status. A total of 114 participants were recruited using a consecutive sampling method. The participants’ cognitive function assessment used the Mini-Cog instrument. The cognitive impairment …

Hubungan Antara Partisipasi Dalam Pengambilan Keputusan Kesehatan Perempuan Dengan Kehamilan Yang Tidak Diinginkan, Maria Anastasia Audrey, Sudarto Ronoatmodjo

Jurnal Epidemiologi Kesehatan Indonesia

Prevalensi Kehamilan Tidak Diinginkan (KTD) di Indonesia mencapai 10,7% pada tahun 2021. Pada wanita yang sudah menikah, keputusan kesehatan mencakup keputusan tentang kontrasepsi, yang idealnya melibatkan partisipasi perempuan bersama suaminya agar dapat dilakukan secara konsisten sehingga dapat mencegah KTD. Namun, data tahun 2017 menunjukkan proporsi pengambilan keputusan kesehatan perempuan yang dilakukan perempuan bersama suami hanya sebesar 43,7%. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara partisipasi bersama antara istri dan suami dalam pengambilan keputusan kesehatan perempuan dengan terjadinya KTD. Penelitian ini menggunakan desain studi crosssectional dengan menganalisis data Survei Demografi dan Kesehatan Indonesia tahun 2017. Kriteria inklusi sampel adalah perempuan yang …

A Comprehensive Scoping Review Of Snoezelen Room In Occupatioanal Therapy Best Practices, Muhammad Hidayat Sahid, Andriani Pratiwi, Mohamad Ghazali Masuri, Akehsan Dahlan

Jurnal Epidemiologi Kesehatan Indonesia

Penelitian ini merupakan analisis komprehensif terhadap literatur, penelitian, dan sumber daya yang terkait dengan ruang Snoezelen, dengan tujuan menyajikan gambaran mengenai manfaat, praktik terbaik, dan potensi aplikasi dari lingkungan multi-sensorik ini. Tinjauan ini mensintesis dan menganalisis secara kritis informasi yang tersedia untuk berkontribusi pada pemahaman dan implementasi ruang Snoezelen bagi individu dengan kebutuhan beragam. Pencarian sistematis basis data elektronik, termasuk PubMed, PsycINFO, dan CINAHL, bersama dengan pencarian manual pada daftar referensi, mengidentifikasi 27 artikel relevan yang memenuhi kriteria inklusi. Proses seleksi yang ketat memastikan inklusi sumber yang berkualitas tinggi dan relevan. Metode ekstraksi dan sintesis data digunakan untuk mengidentifikasi tema …

Determinan Kegagalan Pengobatan Pada Pasien Tuberkulosis Sensitif Obat Dewasa Di Provinsi Jawa Tengah Tahun 2022, Elizabeth Wulandari, Sudarto Ronoatmodjo

Jurnal Epidemiologi Kesehatan Indonesia

Tuberkulosis (TB) adalah salah satu penyakit menular penyebab kematian tertinggi di dunia. Pada populasi pasien TB, terdapat banyak faktor yang dapat meningkatkan risiko kejadian yang tidak diharapkan dari pengobatan. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengidentifikasi faktor-faktor yang berhubungan dengan kegagalan pengobatan pada pasien TB dewasa di Provinsi Jawa Tengah pada tahun 2022. Studi cross-sectional ini menganalisis data sekunder dari Sistem Informasi TB (SITB), menggunakan 14.542 sampel yang memenuhi kriteria inklusi dan eksklusi. Pasien TB berusia >15 tahun dan terdapat hasil pengobatan merupakan kriteria inklusi dalam penelitian ini. Kegagalan pengobatan merupakan variabel dependen dan variabel independennya adalah usia, jenis kelamin, …

Hubungan Campak Dengan Berat Badan Kurang Pada Anak Usia 24-59 Bulan Di Indonesia (Analisis Data Survei Status Gizi Indonesia 2021), Wiandhari Esa Gautami, Mondastri Korib Sudaryo

Jurnal Epidemiologi Kesehatan Indonesia

Berat badan kurang atau underweight merupakan masalah gizi kurang yang diukur dengan perbandingan berat badan dan umur. Berat badan kurang pada balita akan mempengaruhi pertumbuhan fisik, kemampuan kognitif, meningkatkan risiko kematian dan penularan infeksi penyakit, salah satu penyakit infeksi yang umum terjadi pada balita adalah campak. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mengetahui hubungan infeksi campak dengan berat badan kurang pada balita usia 24-59 bulan di Indonesia, dengan mengontrol variabel kovariat diantaranya jenis kelamin, usia, pendidikan ibu BBLR, riwayat TB paru, riwayat diare, riwayat ISPA, riwayat imunisasi campak dan pola makan. Studi ini menggunakan data Survei Status Gizi Indonesia (SSGI) di 34 …

Analisis Faktor Risiko Kejadian Malaria Di Kabupaten Batu Bara Tahun 2022, Fitri Wahyuni, Tri Yunis Miko Wahyono

Jurnal Epidemiologi Kesehatan Indonesia

Malaria adalah masalah kesehatan yang serius dan dapat berakibat fatal, terutama pada kelompok risiko tinggi seperti bayi, anak kecil, dan ibu hamil. Selain itu, malaria juga menyebabkan anemia dan menurunkan produktivitas tenaga kerja. Pada tahun 2010, sekitar 65% kabupaten di Indonesia merupakan daerah endemis malaria, dan sekitar 45% penduduk di daerah endemis berisiko tertular malaria. Di Kabupaten Batu Bara, kasus malaria meningkat dari tahun ke tahun. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui faktor-faktor risiko kejadian malaria. Penelitian ini menggunakan kasus-kontrol dan dilakukan pada Juni 2022 di Kabupaten Batu Bara dengan melibatkan responden berusia 12 tahun ke atas sebanyak 170 sampel. Indiividu …

Hubungan Komorbiditas Terhadap Kondisi Akhir Pasien Covid-19 Di Rsud Siti Fatimah Provinsi Sumatera Selatan, Dewie Suranti

Jurnal Epidemiologi Kesehatan Indonesia

Pada tahun 2021, Indonesia menempati peringkat pertama dengan kasus COVID-19 terbanyak di ASEAN. Angka kematian COVID-19 di Indonesia sebesar 3,4% dan peringkat ke-5 ditempati oleh Provinsi Sumatera Selatan. Penelitian terdahulu menunjukkan komorbiditas berkontribusi terhadap kematian pasien COVID-19 disertai usia dan jenis kelamin. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis peran usia, jenis kelamin, dan komorbiditas terhadap kondisi akhir pasien COVID-19 di RSUD Siti Fatimah. Metode penelitian menggunakan desain cohort retrospective dengan analisis cox regression pendekatan model proportional hazard. Penelitian ini menggunakan data sekunder yaitu rekam medik pasien terkonfirmasi COVID-19 di RSUD Siti Fatimah dari Januari-Desember 2021 berjumlah 928 pasien yang diambil dengan …

Pengaruh Promosi Kesehatan Melalui Media Sosial Whatsapp Terhadap Pemahaman Ibu Tentang Menu Mpasi Bergizi Di Kabupaten Sumedang, Dini Afriani, Witri Dewi Mentari, Ziana Azahra

Jurnal Epidemiologi Kesehatan Indonesia

Masyarakat menggunakan media sosial sebagai platform untuk berbagi teks, gambar, suara, dan video satu sama lain dan juga dengan pelaku bisnis. Studi ini meneliti pengetahuan ibu tentang menu makanan tambahan yang khas dan kaya nutrisi dengan menggunakan media sosial Whatsapp dan teknik video/teks dalam kelompok. Tujuannya adalah untuk mengetahui dampak dari promosi kesehatan melalui media sosial Whatsapp terhadap pemahaman para ibu mengenai menu makanan tambahan yang khas dan kaya gizi untuk bayi baru lahir. Penelitian ini menggunakan desain One Group Pre-test Post-test untuk pengujian sebelum dan sesudahnya. Dalam penelitian ini, ibu dari anak-anak berusia 6 hingga 24 bulan digunakan. Ibu …

Relationship Of Stress And Other Factors With Emotional Eating Among Adolescents In Depok, Muthia Syifa Rahmadina, Asih Setiarini

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Emotional eating is an overeating behavior as a coping mechanism for negative emotions that emerges in adolescence. Emotional eating causes obesity, eating disorders, and non-communicable diseases. This study aims to determine the relationship between stress, body image, peer influence, parental rearing styles, social media use, sex, sleep quality, and emotion regulation with emotional eating among adolescents at senior high school in Depok. This cross-sectional quantitative study was conducted online in March 2022. The samples were grade X and XI students from senior high school in Depok who were chosen by using purposive sampling techniques (n=174). Chi X2 test and Mann …

The Differences In Maternal Clean And Healthy Living Behavior In The Incidence Of Stunting In Yogyakarta, Shafa Ramadhita, Anindhita Syahbi Syagata, Nor Eka Noviani

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

An indirect cause of stunting is maternal behavior. Moreover, good nutritional knowledge relates to good nutritional behaviors. Maternal clean and Healthy Living Behavior (PHBS) in daily life can reduce the risk of infectious diseases and be role models for children in implementing their future health behavior. The study aims to investigate the differences in PHBS of mothers in the incidence of stunting ages 24-59 months in the Minggir Primary Health Center working area. The cross-sectional approach of this research was conducted from March to April 2023. The subjects of this study were 69 respondents selected by cluster random sampling. The …

Factors Associated With Wasting In Toddlers Aged 6 – 59 Months At Cimpaeun Village, Depok City, West Java, Indonesia In 2023, Early Vici Azmia, Triyanti Triyanti

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

The prevalence of wasting under five in Indonesia in 2022 is 7.7%; according to WHO, this wasting problem is a serious public health problem. Wasting is a nutritional problem in toddlers that has an impact on morbidity and mortality. The research objective was to determine the factors associated with wasting in toddlers aged 6–59 months in Cimpaeun Village in 2023. The dependent variable is wasting, and the independent variables are birth weight, history of fever, diarrhea, acute respiratory infection, energy intake, carbohydrate intake, protein intake, fat intake, mother’s age, pregnancy, mother’s education level, mother’s nutritional knowledge, and family income. This …

The Relationship Of Energy And Nutrient Intake From Eating Out And Eating At Home On Blood Hemoglobin Levels In Adolescents, Adinda Aisyah Putri, Khoirul Anwar

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Eating out of home is a common practice in adolescents. The high frequency of eating out of home characterized by higher intakes of energy, fats, sugar, and sodium. anemia, especially iron deficiency anemia which is characterized by blood hemoglobin levels, is still a nutritional problem in Indonesia in adolescents which can have an impact on adolescent health. The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between eating out and hemoglobin levels in adolescents in Jakarta. This research is an observational study with a cross sectional research design. The subjects of this research were female students aged 15-17 years. …

Determinant Factors Of The Incidence Of Low Birth Weight In Central Java Province: Analysis Of 2018 Basic Health Research Data, Desi Irawati, Ratu Ayu Dewi Sartika, Diah Mulyawati Utari, Fadila Wirawan

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Low birth weight (LBW) is a global public health issue with significant short and long-term consequences for individuals and societies. This study aims to examine the most dominant risk and variations in the proportion of LBW based on fetal factors, maternal and obstetric factors, and sociodemographic factors among toddlers in Central Java Province, utilizing the 2018 Basic Health Research (RISKESDAS) data. The study used a cross-sectional study conducted on 4255 samples, utilizing univariate, bivariate (chi-square), and multivariate analysis (multiple logistic regression). Central Java has the 3rd highest number of LBW cases in Indonesia with a prevalence of 6.1%. However, univariate …

Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Consumption Based On Individual And Environmental Factors Among The Faculty Of Public Health Universitas Indonesia’S Students In 2023, Safira Diva Aranis, Wahyu Kurnia Yusrin Putra, Asih Setiarini, Teguh Jati Prasetyo

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Sugar-sweetened beverages (SSB) are beverages that contain added sugars. Excessive consumption of SSB can have an impact on health. Some of the effects caused by SSB include obesity, fatty liver, type II diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, nutritional deficiencies, and dental caries. This research aims to determine the differences in the proportion of SSB consumption based on individual and environmental factors among students of the Faculty of Public Health UI (FPH UI) in 2023. This study uses a cross sectional design with a sample size of 194 individuals. The researcher collected data including respondent’s identities, habits of reading food labels, knowledge …

Editorial: The Public Health Scholars As The Health Leaders, Al Asyary, Meita Veruswati, Putri Bungsu Machmud, Indri Hapsari Susilowati

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1. Achmadi UF. Kesehatan Masyarakat: Teori dan Aplikasi. Jakarta: Rajawali Pers; 2014.

2. Asyary A. Editorial. Kesmas. 2023; 18 (Special Issue 1): 1-3. DOI: 10.21109/kesmas.v18isp1.7201

3. Badan Kebijakan Pembangunan Kesehatan. Pembangunan Kesehatan di Indonesia melalui Kesinambungan Finansial Jaminan Kesehatan serta Meningkatkan Kualitas Layanan dengan Integrasi Data. Jakarta: Kementerian Kesehatan Republik Indonesia; 2023.

Ramadan Fasting Did Not Lessen Vegetable And Fruit Consumption, Sleep Duration, And Physical Activity On Adolescents In Universitas Al-Azhar Indonesia, Afradina Septiasari, Elma Alfiah, Andi Mukramin Yusuf, Amalina Ratih Puspa

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Muslims do Ramadan fasting for around 12 hours (between dawn and sunset). Apart from changing meal times, Ramadan fasting also has the potential to change sleep duration due to sahoor (before the dawn) activities that must be done. The ideal amount and frequency of vegetables and fruit consumption in the national guideline were illustrated by the three main meals a day. The different conditions occurred when doing Ramadan fasting, which was predicted to have less vegetable and fruit consumption than the normal days, especially Muslim adolescents. This research analyzed the difference between the consumption of vegetables and fruit, sleep duration, …

Peer Influence As The Dominant Factor In Coffee Drink Consumption Among Non-Health Major University Of Indonesia Students In 2023, Patrisha Ramadhiani, Triyanti Triyanti, Sandra Fikawati

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Coffee drinks are sugar-sweetened beverages made from coffee powder, sugar, and water through heating. High consumption of coffee drinks is associated with sugar content, which can increase the risk of obesity. The aim of this study was to determine the differences in coffee drink consumption levels based on individual characteristics and environmental factors among non-health undergraduate students at the University of Indonesia in 2023. This quantitative study used a cross-sectional design with a sample of 181 active undergraduate non-health students in 2023. Data were collected in June 2023 through a self-administered questionnaire. The results showed that 52.5% of the respondents …

The Difference Of Ultra-Processed Food Consumption Based On Individual Characteristics And Other Factors Among Non-Health Undergraduate Students In Universitas Indonesia In 2023, Adeline Vashtianada, Asih Setiarini, Ratu Ayu Dewi Sartika

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Ultra-processed food/UPF is a product that undergoes a series of industrial techniques and processes, also has low nutritional value. Overconsumption of UPF can increase the risk of overweight and obesity. The purpose of this study is to determine the differences in the proportion of UPF consumption based on individual characteristics, environmental factors, and lifestyle factors among non-health undergraduate students in Universitas Indonesia in 2023. A cross sectional study design conducted on 149 samples. The data was collected using a self-administered online questionnaire. The data was analyzed using univariate and bivariate (chi-square) analyses. The results showed that 50.3% of the students …

The Differences In Nutritional Status Based On The Use Of Online Food Delivery (Ofd) Services Among The Universitas Indonesia’S Non-Health Science Cluster Students In 2023, Muhammad Aulia Rizky, Asih Setiarini, Sandra Fikawati, Fajrinayanti Fajrinayanti

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Uncontrolled use of Online Food Delivery (OFD) can increase food intake and affect the incidence of overweight/obesity. This study aims to examine the differences in the proportion of nutritional status based on the use of OFD services among UI non-health science cluster students. This study involved 136 respondents using a purposive sampling method and cross-sectional study design. Data were collected through anthropometric measurements, Google Form, and direct interviews to be analyzed by Chi-Square test and multiple logistic regression. The results showed significant differences in the proportion of nutritional status based on the duration of consumer loyalty, pocket money, and energy …

Relationship Between Muscle Dysmorphia And Other Factors With Supplement Consumption Among Selected Gym Members In Jakarta, Mohammad Rafid Billy Ramadhan, Anna Fitriani

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Ergogenic supplements can enhance exercise performance. However, many gym members use them without consulting professionals such as nutritionists/dietitians, increasing the risk of adverse effects. This study investigates the consumption of ergogenic supplements and factors associated with them among members of selected fitness centers in Jakarta. This cross-sectional study was conducted on 116 participants from 3 fitness centers in Jakarta. The independent variables studied were Muscle Dysmorphia, Exercise Addiction, self-esteem, body image, age, gender, exercise duration, exercise experience, exercise intensity, and social media exposure. Data was collected via interviews based on a prepared questionnaire. Results showed that 67.2% of the respondents …

Sugary Food And Beverages Consumption, Family History, And Primary Dysmenorrhea In Undergraduate Students, Faculty Of Public Health, Universitas Indonesia, Raihani Ramadhan, Wahyu Kurnia Yusrin Putra, Diah Mulyawati Utari, Khoirul Anwar

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Primary dysmenorrhea is the most common gynecological problem experienced by women of reproductive age and can interfere with daily activities. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and differences in the proportion of primary dysmenorrhea based on individual factors (duration of menstrual bleeding, family history, physical activity, stress) and diet (breakfast habits, frequency of saturated fat consumption, omega-3 consumption, iron consumption, frequency of consumption of dairy products, caffeine consumption, and frequency of consumption of sugary foods and beverages). This study used a cross-sectional design and involved 150 regular undergraduate students in the 2019-2022 batch of the …

Editorial, Al Asyary

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Dietary Changes Among Normal And High Blood Pressure Adolescents During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Bernadette Victoria, Ratu Ayu Dewi Sartika, Rizti Millva Putri

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The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted adolescents' unhealthy eating habits and sedentary lifestyles, leading to an increase in blood pressure and obesity rate. High blood pressure among adolescents is an early indicator of adult hypertension, but this condition has received less attention recently. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the differences in dietary changes among high school students with normal and high blood pressure before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in West Lampung District, Indonesia. A cross-sectional design was used, and the sample population consisted of 167 students aged 14-19 years. The results showed that 43 participants had elevated blood …

Factors Related To The Incidence Of Diarrhea Of Children Aged 24-59 Months In Karangkamulyan Village, Cihara District, Lebak Regency In 2020, Hafshah Farah Fadhilah, Kusharisupeni Djokosujono, Ratu Ayu Dewi Sartika

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Diarrhea remains a major issue in developing countries, including Indonesia, and is a leading cause of malnutrition and death. Banten is one of the provinces with a high incidence of diarrhea. In 2019, the district with the highest number of diarrhea cases for all ages in Banten was Lebak with a total of 50,270 cases. The age group with the greatest number of diarrhea cases was toddlers with over 14,000 cases. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between the incidence of diarrhea and the characteristics of toddlers and their parents, personal hygiene, and environmental sanitation. The study used secondary …

Analysis Of Energy Balance In Obese Healthcare Workers, Nani Cahyani Sudarsono, Ria Lestari, Tiffany Georgine T’Sidkenu Widjaja

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Obesity is a global health challenge that seriously affects developing countries, including Indonesia. It is important to discover the energy balance calculated from energy intake and energy expenditure in obese individuals, especially in obese healthcare workers. This study aimed to analyze the balance of energy intake and expenditure, body composition, and physical activity level in obese healthcare workers at the Exercise Center of Indonesia Medical Education and Research Institute (IMERI FKUI). A cross-sectional study was held at Exercise Center IMERI FKUI. Total sampling was the sampling method utilized in the study. Study participants (aged above 18 years) were screened by …

The Effectiveness Of Nem (Nutrizone Educational Media) Compared With Knowledge And Attitudes In Early Adults In The West Jakarta Region, Daniel Hartanto, Laras Sitoayu, Lintang Purwara Dewanti, Harna Harna, Mertien Sa’Pang

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Metabolic syndrome is a disease that often occurs in early adulthood. Maintaining a good lifestyle to prevent non-communicable diseases is very important to maintain a good quality of life. In early adulthood, most of them are still not exposed to information related to metabolic syndrome, so it is necessary to provide interventions associated with it. This study uses the Nutrizone gameboard intervention media. Good early adults’ knowledge and attitude about Metabolic Syndrome may lead to a good lifestyle that prevents them from suffering from NCDs. An intervention media may improve their knowledge and attitude. The research design used was pre-experimental …

Dietary Determinants Of Stunting And Underweight In Under- Five Years Children In Pengasinan Health Center's (Puskesmas) Working Area, Depok, West Java, Muthia Syifa Rahmadina, Ratih Qamara Dewi, Arif Hidayat, Satria Yudistira, Fadila Wirawan

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Stunting and underweight are public health problems, especially in under-five children. This study aims to explore the dietary determinants of stunting and underweight. Participants were 52 under-five children who visited Posyandu in Pengasinan and Bedahan, Depok. Body weight for age z-score (WAZ) and height for age z-score (HAZ) were measured with standardized measurement tools by trained operators. Questionnaires were administered to determine sociodemographic, maternal, and child health history, sanitation, disease history, and exclusive breastfeeding history. Data on food intake was obtained through the semi-quantitative Food Frequency Questionnaire and 24-hour recall. There was a significant correlation between the mother’s income with …

Health And Nutritional Status Among Internally Displaced Children Under Five Years, During The Civil War: Sri Lankan Experience, Madhuka Ambagahage

Indonesian Journal of Public Health Nutrition (IJPHN)

Around the globe, 1 in 6 children become vulnerable to grave physical and mental violence, hunger, sexual assaults, and exploitation of human rights due to war. These adversities are multi-dimensional, synergistic, and often subtle. This study attempted to evaluate the health and nutritional status of children aged under five years and living in the war zone of Sri Lanka, in view of improving the health services delivered to them. The study used a descriptive cross-sectional design. The study sample, 400, was based on probability proportionate and then systematic sampling drawn from IDP camps located in the Vavuniya district. Validated instruments …