Velocity: Community Development and Empowerment Studies

Public Health Education on the Dangers of Using Borax in Food for Parents of Kindergarten Students at Pertiwi School, Bojongmengger Village

2025-07-30T14:26:54+07:00

ntroduction: Food safety is a key public health concern. Borax, a chemical meant for industrial use, is sometimes illegally added to food to improve texture and shelf life. This practice is harmful, especially to children. This program aimed to educate parents of kindergarten students at Pertiwi School, Bojongmengger Village, about the health risks of borax and how to identify safer food options.

Objective: This activity aimed to raise parental awareness of the dangers of borax, promote healthier food choices, and foster community vigilance in avoiding harmful food additives.

Method: This community education program utilized an interactive educational session was conducted, including presentations on borax’s chemical nature, legal status, and health risks. Visual aids posters were used to show real-life poisoning cases. Participants engaged in discussions and Q&A sessions, received educational leaflets, and completed pre- and post-test sheets to measure increased knowledge.

Result: The program was attended by 30 parents. Evaluation results showed a significant improvement in knowledge, with 95,95% of participants able to identify borax risks and list safer food alternatives. Many committed to avoiding suspicious processed foods and sharing the information with others in their community.

Conclusion: The public health education program successfully raised awareness among the parents about the risks of using borax in food. The increased knowledge is expected to lead to safer food choices and a healthier environment for the children in Bojongmengger Village.

Community Implication: This initiative highlights the importance of community-based health education in improving food safety practices. Engaging parents as key agents of change can significantly reduce the exposure of children to harmful food additives. Follow-up programs are recommended to maintain awareness and to extend the reach of this health education to other community groups, including local food vendors and school staff.

Keyword: food safety, borax, health education, parental awareness, community engagement.

The Effectiveness of Health Counseling in Improving Knowledge and Preventive Behavior Toward Scabies Among Students at Al-Huda Islamic Boarding School, Sadananya

2025-07-30T14:25:05+07:00

Introduction: Islamic boarding schools (pesantren) are educational environments that promote close living among students, increasing the risk of communicable diseases such as scabies. Scabies, caused by Sarcoptes scabiei, spreads rapidly through direct or indirect contact and is a common issue in densely populated dormitories with limited hygiene facilities.

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of health counseling in improving knowledge and preventive behavior against scabies among students at Al-Huda Islamic Boarding School, Sadananya.

Method: A quantitative pre-experimental study with a one-group pretest-posttest design was conducted involving 35 students selected through purposive sampling. Structured questionnaires assessing knowledge and behavior related to scabies prevention were administered before and after a health education intervention. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test and Chi-square test with a significance level of p < 0.05.

Result: After the intervention, the percentage of students with good knowledge increased from 2.9% to 51.4%, and those with good behavior rose from 0% to 45.7%. The Wilcoxon test confirmed significant improvements in both knowledge and behavior (p < 0.001). A significant association between knowledge and behavior was also found before and after the intervention (p < 0.05).

Conclusion: Health counseling effectively improved students' knowledge and preventive behavior regarding scabies. This intervention serves as a practical strategy for infection prevention in boarding school environments.

Community Implication: The findings support the integration of routine health education into school programs to reduce the spread of infectious diseases. Implementing such interventions in pesantren and similar settings can promote better hygiene practices and contribute to broader public health outcomes.

Fundamental Analysis Using the Price Earning Ratio (PER) Approach in Stock Valuation and Investment Decision-Making: A Systematic Literature Review Study

2025-07-30T14:28:10+07:00

Introduction:The capital market plays a crucial role in supporting economic growth by serving as a platform for fund mobilization and investment. Among the instruments offered, stocks are among the most popular, though they involve significant risk. Accurate valuation is essential to guide rational investment decisions.

Objective:This study aims to systematically review literature discussing the use of the Price Earning Ratio (PER) as a fundamental analysis tool for stock valuation and investment decision-making across different industries and economic conditions.

Method:A Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach was used to analyze eleven relevant journal articles retrieved from SINTA and Google Scholar. The inclusion criteria focused on studies applying PER in stock valuation. Each study was reviewed to identify valuation outcomes (undervalued, fairvalued, overvalued) and recommended investment decisions.

Result:The review found that PER is widely used to evaluate intrinsic stock value. Most studies concluded that undervalued stocks are recommended for purchase due to their long-term profit potential, while overvalued stocks are often suggested for sale to avoid losses. Several articles also combined PER with other financial indicators such as Price to Book Value (PBV), Return on Equity (ROE), and Dividend Yield (DY) to enhance analytical accuracy.

Conclusion:PER is an effective tool in stock valuation and investment decision-making. However, its interpretation should consider sectoral differences, macroeconomic conditions, and should be complemented by other financial ratios for a more comprehensive assessment.

Community Implication:This study provides valuable insights for both institutional and retail investors. By applying PER analysis alongside other financial metrics, investors can make more informed and strategic decisions in stock market investment, especially in the banking, mining, and consumer goods sectors.

Keywords: Fundamental Analysis, Price Earning Ratio, Stock Valuation, Investment Decision, Financial Indicators

Healthy Diet as an Initial Step to a Life Without Heart Attacks in the Pekon Wonodadi Community

2025-07-30T13:57:26+07:00

Introduction: Low public awareness regarding heart attack prevention, particularly on healthy diet and early symptom recognition, contributes significantly to high mortality rates. This knowledge gap is critical in community settings where the lack of structured health education leads to delayed medical intervention and poor health outcomes.

Objective: This program aimed to increase community knowledge in Pekon Wonodadi regarding heart attack prevention, focusing on healthy dietary practices, early symptom recognition, and emergency first aid.

Method: This community service was conducted with 15 productive-age residents in Pekon Wonodadi using a participatory education method. The program included counseling on healthy diet, first aid demonstrations, and interactive discussions. A baseline questionnaire was used to assess participants' health profiles, and program effectiveness was evaluated through their active engagement and feedback.

Result: The baseline assessment revealed that a family history of heart failure (40.0%) and obesity (20.0%) were the most prevalent risk factors among participants. The most frequently reported clinical symptoms were fatigue even with light activity (46.7%) and orthopnea or difficulty sleeping in a supine position (46.7%). The educational intervention was received with high enthusiasm and active participation, indicating a positive reception from the community and an increase in awareness regarding cardiovascular health.

Conclusion: The health education program effectively raised community awareness of cardiovascular risks and preventive measures, empowering them to adopt healthier lifestyles and reduce the future risk of heart disease.

Keyword: Community Service, Health Education, Heart Attack, Healthy Diet, Prevention.

First Aid Education on Burn Injuries in Pekon Sukoharjo 3 Barat: A Community Empowerment Initiative

2025-08-04T14:23:21+07:00

Introduction: Burns are one of the most common household injuries that require immediate first aid to prevent complications. Communities in rural areas often lack accurate knowledge and rely on traditional methods that may be harmful.

Objective: To improve community knowledge and response in performing first aid for burn injuries in Pekon Sukoharjo 3 Barat.

Method: A community-based intervention using lectures, demonstrations, and interactive sessions with 25 participants in Pekon Sukoharjo 3 Barat. Leaflets, videos, and PowerPoint were used as educational tools. Pre- and post-tests were applied to assess knowledge improvement.

Result: The intervention significantly increased community knowledge. For example, awareness that cold running water should be used as first aid rose from 64% to 84%. Similarly, understanding that applying butter to burns is harmful rose from 76% to 92%.

Conclusion: Health education programs using interactive media improved first aid knowledge and changed harmful traditional practices.

Community Implication: This initiative empowered local communities to respond correctly to burn incidents and laid the foundation for sustainable community-based emergency preparedness programs.

Increasing Knowledge About First-Handing Of Burns At Home For The Wonokriyo Village Community

2025-08-04T13:08:07+07:00

Introduction: Burns are one of the most common types of injuries that occur in everyday life, whether at home, at work, or in our surroundings. Proper management of burns can help reduce pain, prevent infection, and promote faster healing. Burns that are not properly and promptly managed due to a lack of public knowledge can lead to various complications such as infection, shock, electrolyte imbalance, and severe psychological trauma due to scars from burn injuries.

Objective: This community service initiative aims to enhance public knowledge regarding first aid for burns.

Method:The method used in this community service program involves providing health education through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations on first aid for burns. The community service program was conducted on May 5, 2025. The target audience was the community in Wonokriyo Village.

Result:After receiving education, there was a significant improvement, with 50% of respondents achieving a very good level of knowledge, 25% good, 12.5% adequate, and 12.5% insufficient. These results indicate that the educational intervention was effective in enhancing the community's understanding of burn wound management.

Conclusion: The community service program titled “Improving Knowledge About First Aid for Burns at Home for the Community of Wonokriyo Village” has successfully enhanced the community's understanding and skills in managing burns independently and appropriately.

Community Implication: This education program has successfully improved the community's ability to provide first aid for burns, reduce the risk of complications, and encourage more effective self-management at the family level. These results emphasize the importance of ongoing health education in the community.

Keyword: Burn Injuries, Education, Community Empowerment