Good Level Of Knowledge Research Articles

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Brain Eating Amoeba among First Year BSC Nursing Students in Selected Nursing Colleges at Malappuram

The present study was conducted to assess the knowledge regarding brain eating amoeba among first year BSc nursing students. OBJECTIVES: Assess the knowledge regarding brain eating amoeba among first year BSc nursing students, evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding brain eating amoeba among first year BSc nursing students and find the association between pre test level of knowledge regarding brain eating amoeba among first year BSc nursing students. METHODOLOGY: Quantitative approach was used for this study. A quasi experimental non equivalent control group pre test post test design was used to collect data from 60 samples among first year BSc nursing students at selected nursing colleges in Malappuram. RESULT: The study was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The result shows that among 30 samples of experimental group 30 samples shows good(100%) level of knowledge. In 30 samples of control group among 0 show good(0%) , 13 shows average (43.3%) and 17 shows poor (56.6%) level of knowledge. CONCLUSION: The study concluded that structured teaching programme increased the knowledge regarding brain eating amoeba.

A Study to Assess Effectiveness of Educational Intervention on Knowledge Regarding Child Abuse among Parents of School Children at Selected Community Areas at Perinthalmanna

Objectives: Assess pre test and post test level of knowledge regarding child abuse among parents of school children in both control and experimental group,Evaluate effectiveness of educational intervention on child abuse among parents of school children,Find association between knowledge of parents on child abuse and selected demographicvariables. Methodology: Quantitative research approach was used for the study . The study was conducted in 11,12&13 wards of Perinthalmanna municipality using quasi experimental non- equivalent control group pretest-post test desgin.Data was collected from a total of 60 parents of which 30 were in control an d30 in experimental group by using convenient sampling.data were collected by using knowledge questionnaire. Data were analyzed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Result: Among 60 samples in pretest, 24(40%) have average level of knowledge, 23(38.33%) have good level of knowledge, 13( 21.66%) have poor knowledge and there is no participants in excellent category. In post test, 36(60%) got good level of knowledge, 12(20%) had average knowledge, 9( 15%) had poor knowledge and 3 ( 5%) got excellent knowledge. The educational intervention on child abuse was effective in improving level of knowledge among parents of school children. (t value 5.547 p value 0.0001) And the demographic variables age, gender, marital status, education, job, residence, previous source of knowledge, type of family, religion and number of children

Knowledge, attitude and practice of home management of diarrhea among under-five children in East Africa: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Diarrhea is particularly prevalent in low-income or marginalized populations because these groups have less access to clean water sources, hygienic conditions, and healthcare. Dehydration due to electrolyte and fluid loss is the main cause of deaths associated with diarrhea. An especially important factor in this death from dehydration is the caregivers' knowledge, attitude, and diarrhea management techniques. While a number of research have been done on managing diarrhea at home, the results tend not to be consistent. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess the pooled estimate of knowledge, attitude and practice of home-based management of diarrhea in East Africa. Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines was used to search articles from electronic databases (Cochrane library, Ovid platform (Medline, Embase, and Emcare), Google Scholar, CINAHL, PubMed, and institutional repositories in East Africa countries. The last search date was on 01/06/ 2023 Gregorian Calendar. The authors extracted year of publication, country, study design, knowledge level, attitude level and practice level of home-based management of diarrhea. A weighted inverse variance random-effects model was used to estimate the pooled prevalence of knowledge, attitude and practice of home-based management of diarrhea. Subgroup analysis was done by country, and sample size. Publication bias and sensitivity analysis were also done. A total of 19 articles with (n = 7470 participants) were included for the final analysis. From the random-effects model analysis, the pooled prevalence of good practice, good knowledge and favorable attitude towards home based management of diarrhea in East Africa was found to be 52.62% (95% CI: 45.32%, 59.92%) (95% CI: I2 = 78.3%; p < 0.001), 37.44% (95% CI: 26.99%, 47.89%) (95% CI: I2 = 89.2%; p < 0.001) and 63.05% (95% CI: 35.7%, 90.41%) (95% CI: I2 = 97.8%; p < 0.001) respectively. The level of good knowledge, attitude and practice of home based management of diarrhea in East Africa is found to be low. A collaborative effort from different stakeholders to enhance the knowledge, attitude and practice is needed to tackle the burden of diarrhea and its consequences.

Determinants of vaccination decisions and lived experiences of Ghanaians with the COVID-19 pandemic; a qualitative study

BackgroundTwo years after the WHO declared a state of emergency as a result of the rapid spread of the COVID-19 virus from Wuhan, China, the rate of new infections experienced intermittent flare-ups globally, with vaccinations still ongoing in countries such as Ghana. One year after the implementation of Ghana’s COVID-19 vaccine deployment program, Ghanaians have had the opportunity to reflect on their vaccination decisions, albeit the initial vaccine hesitancy. ObjectivesThe current paper examined the knowledge and lived experiences of Ghanaians during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the factors influencing their vaccination decisions, one year after COVID-19 vaccinations commenced in Ghana, with special focus on the social and geographical histories which influenced their vaccination decisions. MethodologyA qualitative approach using a case study design was used to conduct in-depth interviews among 25 respondents who were 18 years and above, not pregnant, and willing to participate in the study, between 5th and 23rd September 2022. Data was collected in 5 hotspot areas in Ghana with the highest cumulative case counts. A semi-structured interview guide was used to collect data which was analyzed using a thematic approach. FindingsRespondents demonstrated a good level of knowledge on COVID-19 and related vaccines. Fear, panic, and anxiety were some of the experiences lived by respondents during the pandemic. The factors influencing vaccination decisions included conspiracy theories about COVID-19 and related vaccines, subjective notions about the COVID-19 disease, and subjective notions about the vaccine. The type of community one lived in, taboos, and previous successful vaccination programs in the community were geographic factors that informed respondents’ decision to vaccinate or not. Social circles, religion, opinion leaders, and media-based campaigns were the social factors that influenced respondents’ decision to vaccinate or not.

Promoting Nutrition and Food Sustainability Knowledge in Apprentice Chefs: An Intervention Study at The School of Italian Culinary Arts-ALMA.

Chefs' decisions can greatly improve the quality of food provided and positively guide diners' choices. Culinary students' knowledge of healthy and sustainable nutrition is still scarcely investigated and is limited to the nutritional aspect of the diet, without considering food sustainability or the environmental impact of foods. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of an educational program designed for apprentice chefs. Two questionnaires were administered twice to each student who followed dedicated lectures about nutrition and food sustainability and to other students enrolled as the control group. A total of 264 and 252 apprentice chefs of The School of Italian Culinary Arts-ALMA were enrolled in the control and intervention groups, respectively. At baseline, both groups showed a good level of nutrition knowledge, whereas food sustainability knowledge was lower in all students, regardless of the group. This educational intervention proved to be effective in improving knowledge about nutrition and the environmental impact of food production and consumption. However, a small but significant improvement in nutritional knowledge was also found over time in the control group. Finally, a food sustainability knowledge questionnaire was developed and validated for this study, providing interesting results to be treated as a guide for future developments.

Level of Knowledge and Practices on Healthy Lifestyle among Nursing Students: A Cross-Sectional Study

Objective: Assess the level of knowledge and practices on healthy life style among nursing students in Tamilnadu. Students are more likely to experience academic success and personal development at institutions if they are successfully implementing the healthy lifestyle practices. Therefore, this study aimed to examine the association between knowledge and practices on healthy life style among nursing students. Subjects and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in Tamilnadu with 430 students. Data were collected using a self-made closed ended questionnaires to collect demographic data, knowledge, and practices on healthy lifestyle among students. Descriptive and Inferential statistics by using SPSS (version 20) and Microsoft Excel. Chi square test were used to find out the effectiveness of association between level of knowledge and practice on healthy lifestyle. Results: The nursing students had 72.72 % Good knowledge on healthy lifestyle where as 52% of them had poor practices of healthy lifestyle. The type of food and year of study was found to have significant association with knowledge scores and occupation of parents, type of food and year of study was found to have significant association with practices of nursing students regarding Healthy lifestyle. Conclusion: There was good level of knowledge regarding healthy lifestyle but poor practice on healthy lifestyle for Nursing college students in Tamilnadu.

Kiat-Kiat Mengatasi Permasalahan Hukum Bagi Pelaku Usaha Kecil Mikro di Desa Pandeyan

The development of micro small businesses must be directly proportional to legal knowledge for the perpetrators, because with the development of micro small businesses, the possibility of intersecting with legal problems will be even greater. Of course, all micro small business actors hope that their business is fine, but problems such as civil, criminal, labor, tax will not rule out the possibility of being experienced in the future. Of course, with a good level of knowledge, problems such as disputes or disputes can be avoided in the future or at least if disputes occur micro small business actors know how to overcome them. Evidence of the large number of civil problems in court is an indication that intentionally or unintentionally many business actors do not carry out rights or obligations so that disputes between micro small business actors are born. Tips for overcoming legal problems for micro small businesses aims to foster legal awareness and settlement procedures in the event of disputes in the future, the author feels the need to provide legal counseling for micro small businesses in order to foster knowledge and understanding related to tips on overcoming legal problems for micro small businesses for the realization of more advanced Indonesian micro small businesses.

Prevalence and Causes of Infertility: Perspectives of Married Couples in the Southern Part of Volta Region

Infertility is the inability of a couple to conceive after one year of regular unprotected sexual intercourse. This study aimed to assess the prevalence and causes of infertility among couples in the southern part of the Volta Region of Ghana. We employed descriptive cross-sectional study involving 322 married couples in the Southern Volta. Structured questionnaire was used to collect data from the respondents. Data were collected between March and April 2019. This study included couples, 18 years and above who had stayed together for at least a year, were residing in the community for at least six months ‘prior to the study and have consented to participate in the study. Of the 322 couples, 35 (10.9%) had primary infertility, and 13 (4.0%) had secondary infertility. The infertility prevalence was of 14.9%. In all, 51% of the respondents had good level of knowledge on the causes of infertility.

Comparison of Tuberculosis Knowledge Between Health and Non-Health Students

Tuberculosis or tuberculosis is one of the chronic diseases that are dangerous to health. Tuberculosis (TB) is a disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria that attack the respiratory organs of the lungs. This study aims to determine the level of knowledge of students related to the comparison of tuberculosis knowledge between health and non-health students. This research is a descriptive quantitative research using survey methods. Data collection was carried out by questionnaire via Google form which was then analyzed to be able to describe the results of the study. The results obtained from this study show that health students have a very good level of knowledge about tuberculosis knowledge, namely at University A (34.3%) and University B (14.7%) compared to non-health students at University C (17.6%) and University D (33.3%)

Hubungan Tingkat Pengetahuan Remaja Tentang Kesehatan Reproduksi Dengan Fenomena Kekerasan Dalam Pacaran Di STIKes Telogorejo Semarang

Introduction: DP3A Semarang City in 2023 there were 67 cases with 5 male victims and 62 female victims. Adolescents are vulnerable to experiencing dating violence, with a high level of curiosity adolescents seek information related to reproductive health, but have not received the correct information. So that a lack of understanding will result in behavior that can harm yourself, your partner and the environment. Objektive: The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between adolescent knowledge about reproductive health and the phenomenon of dating violence at STIKES Telogorejo Semarang. Metode: This study used a quantitative method with a cross sectional approach. The instruments used were reproductive health and dating violence questionnaires. The population in this study amounted to 597 respondents. The sample in this study were 96 respondents using the snowball sampling technique. This study used bivariate and univariate analysis with the statistical test used, namely chi-square. Results: The results showed a p-value of 0.031 &lt;a (0.05) so that Ha was accepted and H0 was rejected. This means that there is a relationship between the level of knowledge of adolescents about reproductive health and the phenomenon of dating violence. The results showed that a good level of adolescent health knowledge indicated good courtship behavior to be a positive value for adolescents. acts of violence that occur, namely, physical violence, psychological violence, and verbal violence. Women are more dominant as victims of violence because they feel too intimate and fall in love with their partners so they tend to use feelings rather than logic. This causes women to suffer more from violence that occurs in dating relationships. Suggestions for objects to be open-minded about information about reproductive health and cases of dating violence in their environment, especially parents, so that they understand more about the development of their children, especially those who have entered their teens.

Knowledge and Practice of Intestinal Ostomy Care Among Nurses in Bahir Dar City, Ethiopia: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Globally, ostomy creation rates are rising. Stomas, while life-saving, pose significant challenges. Nurses are vital in providing care and support to stoma patients. However, ostomy care practice and knowledge among Ethiopian nurses remain understudied. This study aimed to assess these aspects among nurses in Bahir Dar City, Ethiopia, in 2022. An institutional-based cross-sectional study was conducted in three public hospitals in Bahir Dar City from September 19 to September 30, 2022. A simple random sampling technique was used to select 423 nurses. Binary logistic regression analysis was employed to identify associated factors toward dependent variables by considering p-value <0.05 to be statistically significant. From the total samples, 382(90.3%) responded to the questionnaire. The overall good knowledge and practice level of nurses regarding ostomy care was 55.2% and 52.1%, respectively. Taking ostomy care training {AOR = 2.44; 95% CI (1.29, 4.61)} and high level of a monthly income of study participants {AOR = 2.90; 95% CI (1.72, 4.91)} had a significant association with knowledge of ostomy care. On the other hand, taking courses on ostomy care {AOR = 1.76; 95% CI (1.06, 2.93)}, receiving training on ostomy care {AOR = 4.15; 95% CI (2.12, 8.09)} and good knowledge level on ostomy care {AOR = 2.13; 95% CI (1.32, 3.45)} were significantly associated with expressed practice of ostomy care. The study found that only half of nurses exhibit good knowledge and practice in ostomy care. Training and monthly income significantly influence nurses' knowledge, while practice level is associated with training, course attendance, and knowledge. These findings highlight the importance of targeted training programs and education initiatives to enhance nurses' competence in ostomy care. It is also crucial to address factors like nurses' income levels to ensure equitable access to educational resources and opportunities for professional development, thus enhancing their knowledge.

KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDES AND BEHAVIOR OF DOG OWNERS TOWARDS RABIES IN BANJAR SELAT TENGAH, SELAT VILLAGE, BANGLI REGENCY

Rabies is a zoonotic disease caused by a neurotropic virus of the genus Lyssavirus in the Rhabdoviridae family. Rabies cases were detected in Bali in November 2008 in Badung Regency and spread gradually in all regencies, one of which was Bangli Regency. The purpose of this study was to determine the level of knowledge, attitudes and behavior of the people in Banjar Selat Tengah. The design of this research is observational. The method used was a survey of respondents, namely all dog-owning households in Banjar Selat Tengah, Selat Village. Based on data obtained from 34 (100%) respondents, namely from Banjar Selat Tengah, that the majority of the population has a good level of knowledge, attitude and behavior. Based on the results of the research that has been done, it shows that the level of knowledge of the people of Banjar Selat Tengah about rabies is good at 94.1%. In addition, the attitude of the Banjar Selat Tengah community can be categorized as a positive attitude of 79.4%. For the level of behavior of the Banjar Selat Tengah community, it is classified as good behavior at 79.4%. Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that the number of families who keep dogs from Banjar Selat Tengah is 34 families. The majority of the banjar residents have a good level of knowledge, so does the community's attitude towards rabies which is also in the category of positive attitudes and the community's behavior towards rabies is quite good. It is hoped that the community can improve their knowledge, attitude and behavior towards rabies to help better manage rabies in the future.

The adherence to asthma medication for hospitalized children with asthma: A cross-sectional study in a tertiary hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The aim of the study was to assess adherence to asthma controller therapy and factors that influence asthma control and to determine the association between asthma knowledge of the caregiver and asthma control among admitted children with asthma. A cross-sectional study was conducted between November 2022 and May 2023 in a tertiary care hospital. Children with a diagnosis of asthma aged 2-14 years, who were admitted to the hospital with an exacerbation of asthma were identified. Caregivers of the admitted children were interviewed using the Asthma Knowledge Questionnaire and Pediatric Inhaler Adherence Questionnaire. Demographic and clinical data were described using descriptive analyses, where mean and standard deviation were used for normally distributed continuous variables, median and interquartile range (IQR), if otherwise. A P < 0.05 was set as a cutoff for statistical significance. A total of 144 caregivers completed the survey. Median score for parents' knowledge of asthma was 64%, with an IQR of 59-67. Both mother's and father's educational levels were associated with a good level of knowledge: odds ratio (OR) = 2.48, 95% confidence interval (CI) = 1.1-5.6, and OR = 5.33, 95% CI = 2.23-12.7, respectively. Median adherence to metered dose inhaler (MDI) was 4 (IQR = 2-6). Children who had been admitted to the general ward in the last 6 months were three times more likely to be nonadherent to MDI (OR = 3.03, 95% CI = 1.18-7.82). Forty-three percent of children who were nonadherent to MDI were less likely to have their asthma controlled (OR = 0.43, 95% CI = 0.17-1.06). This study revealed that a low level of knowledge among caregivers of asthma patients is linked to inadequate adherence to asthma controller therapy. As medication adherence is crucial for achieving desirable asthma control and improving the quality of life for this population, efforts need to be made to enhance the knowledge level of parents of children with asthma.

Assessing the awareness, knowledge, and attitudes of adults in the general population in Saudi Arabia towards testicular torsion: A cross-sectional study.

Testicular torsion (TT) is a rare but urgent condition; it leads to severe pain and swelling that must be diagnosed and treated immediately, where there is an expectant period of 6-8 h. It is an important prognostic factor in the arrival time to the emergency department. Raising awareness about TT is essential to ensure early diagnosis and timely treatment, which can prevent irreversible damage and loss of fertility. Our study aimed to measure the awareness, knowledge, and attitude toward testicular torsion (TT) among the general population in Saudi Arabia. This is a cross-sectional study conducted among the general population living in Saudi Arabia. A self-administered questionnaire was distributed among the population using an online survey. The questionnaire includes socio-demographic characteristics (i.e., age, gender, region, etc.), a questionnaire to assess the knowledge of testicular torsion, and questionnaires to assess the prevalence, management, and attitude toward testicular torsion. Of the 473 participants, 56% were males, and 61% were aged between 18 to 30 years old. Unfortunately, One quarter of our population has a good knowledge level about testicular torsion. The overall mean knowledge about Testicular Torsion score was below average (3 out of 8 points). Factors associated with increased knowledge include younger age, male gender, living in the Central Region, working in the medical field, having heard of testicular torsion, and having a personal or family history of testicular torsion. In conclusion, there was a lack of testicular torsion knowledge among the general population. Further studies and social campaigns should be done to encourage the general population's understanding and increase their knowledge level.

Students' knowledge and attitude concerning organ donation at Iraqi nursing colleges.

Organ transplantation is an effective therapy for end-stage organ failure. However, there is a large gap between the need for and the supply of donor organs. This study aimed to assess nursing students' knowledge and attitudes about organ donation. This is a descriptive cross-sectional design study. The study was conducted at four faculties of nursing, which were Baghdad, Misan, Tikrit, and Kirkuk in Iraq. The three tools included are as follows: I: Socio-Demographic Questionnaire; II: Organ-Tissue Donation and Transplantation Knowledge Scale (ODTKS); and III: Organ Donation Attitude Scale (ODAS). More than two-thirds (71%) of the studied students have an accepted level of knowledge, while 70% of the studied students had a positive attitude toward organ donation and transplantation. There were statistically significant differences (P- value <0.05) between socio-demographic characteristics and knowledge level regarding gender, marital status, and academic year. Also, there were significant differences between socio-demographic characteristics and students' attitude levels regarding gender and academic year. More than two-thirds of students had a good and fair level of knowledge and a positive attitude toward organ donation and transplantation. Providing lectures within the curriculum is needed for students to raise their knowledge and attitude about organ transplantation and donation.

An evaluation of pharmacists’ general attitudes, knowledge, and phobias regarding medications that include corticosteroids: a cross-sectional study

BackgroundCorticosteroid-containing medications are widely accessible in various forms, including topical, injectable, and inhaled formulations. Due to uncertain safety profiles, healthcare providers, including pharmacists, often express apprehension when dispensing these drugs. This cross-sectional study assesses the knowledge, attitudes, and phobia of Jordanian pharmacists regarding corticosteroid-containing medications.MethodsConducted through a self-administered online questionnaire.Resultsthe study reveals that dermatological conditions and respiratory disorders are the primary indications for prescribing corticosteroid-containing drugs. The most reported side effects among pharmacists’ patients include increased appetite, diabetes, and skin thinning. Pharmacists generally exhibit acceptable knowledge, with a median score of 9.0 out of 11.0 (IQR = 3.0). Over two-thirds of pharmacists (69.9%) achieve a high knowledge score (Bloom’s cut-off point ≥ 8.8). However, only 55.7% are aware that corticosteroids may induce mood changes. High phobia scores, particularly concerning increased blood pressure and osteoporosis risks, indicate pharmacist reservations in corticosteroid dispensing. Interestingly, pharmacists in rural areas display lower knowledge scores, while those working outside community pharmacies exhibit lower phobia scores compared to their counterparts in urban areas and community pharmacies, respectively.ConclusionDespite generally good knowledge levels, the study underscores high phobia scores among Jordanian pharmacists regarding corticosteroid dispensing, particularly due to concerns about blood pressure elevation and osteoporosis risks. This suggests a potential need for targeted educational interventions and support systems to enhance pharmacist confidence and optimize corticosteroid usage while minimizing associated risks.

Pengetahuan dan Perilaku Sehat Masyarakat D.I Yogyakarta Terhadap Covid-19 Era Pandemi dan Endemi

Background of Study: The President has declared the end of the Covid-19 pandemic status in Indonesia on June 21, 2023. This means that the Covid-19 pandemic status has ended and changed the factual status of Covid-19 to an endemic disease in Indonesia. Public attitudes have begun to not pay more attention to the pandemic and Covid-19 protocol that occurred in Indonesia. This study aims to describe knowledge and health behavior towards Covid-19 in the pandemic and endemic era. Methods: This study used an observational method with a cross sectional design. The study population was people who live in DI Province. Yogyakarta Province with purposive sampling. The research sample must meet the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Inclusion criteria in this study, namely people domiciled in Yogyakarta Province who are willing to fill out informed consent, aged 17 years and over and work in the non-health sector. Exclusion criteria in this study are people who live in DI Province. Yogyakarta Province who did not answer the questionnaire completely. Data analysis used is univariate analysis Results: The level of knowledge of the people of D. I Yogyakarta regarding Covid-19 in the pandemic and endemic era is quite good. 71.5% of respondents had a good level of knowledge about Covid-19 and experienced a decrease in healthy behavior in the endemic era compared to the pandemic period. Conclusion: The level of public knowledge related to Covid-19 in the pandemic and endemic era is quite good, but the healthy behavior of the community towards Covid-19 in the endemic era has decreased compared to during the pandemic. Keywords: Knowledge, Health Behavior, Covid-19, Pandemic, Endemic

Impact of educational intervention on mothers of infants with iron-deficiency anemia.

This intervention study aimed to assess mothers' knowledge of iron-deficiency anemia (IDA). It also measured the impact of a health education program on their level of knowledge and their infants' IDA rates in rural areas of Nablus Governorate. Using a randomized pretest-posttest control group design, the efficacy of 3 months' education program was examined against control group. Assessments were made at baseline and after 3 months of conducting the intervention. A structured interviewing questionnaire was used to assess the knowledge about IDA, and blood samples were collected from infants in both groups. Only 1.9% of mothers in the intervention group and 3.5% of mothers in the control group had good level of knowledge at baseline. After the educational intervention, a significant statistical difference was observed in the mean total knowledge score between the intervention and control groups (33.68 + 5.366 versus 26.12 + 5.243), and the intervention group was seven times more likely to have good knowledge (relative risk = 7.332). Regarding IDA rate, there was a decrease in the infants with IDA in the intervention group (relative risk = 0.671) compared to infants in the control group. The planned health education program was effective in improving mothers' knowledge and reducing the risk of IDA among their infants.

Upaya Peningkatan Kesehatan Ibu Dan Anak Yang Service Excellent Melalui Edukasi Pengetahuan Penyulit Kehamilan Dengan Sigap Resti Di PMB Marshinta Sirait Medan Polonia Tahun 2024

Parameters for measuring public health conditions can be studied through the maternal mortality rate (MMR) and infant mortality rate (IMR) that occur in each period. Education is one of the efforts to improve the level of health, increasing knowledge about health will change a person's attitudes and behavior regarding health. Health. Apart from using the lecture method, providing this education also provides leaflets to support the education. This community service activity is carried out by providing education through lectures assisted by modified media about risky pregnancies, complications of pregnancy, as well as about strengthening the detection of complications with alacrity and rest. Method: This activity begins with the preparation, implementation and evaluation stages. Results: 15 participants in this activity were pregnant women who visited the Marsinta Clinic in Polonia District, Medan City. In its implementation, risky pregnancies, complications in pregnancy are explained as well as strengthening understanding about fast rest as an empowerment for pregnant women in improving their health. Conclusion: The results obtained from this community service activity were an increase in knowledge about risky pregnancies before and after, namely an increase of 15% for the good level of knowledge, and 27% for the sufficient level, and at the level of poor knowledge there was a decrease of 40%. With this change in the level of knowledge and the strengthening of understanding, it is hoped that pregnant women will be more aware of the condition of their pregnancy and carry out pregnancy checks more regularly.

Edukasi Kesehatan Tentang Fluor Albus (Keputihan) Pada Ibu Hamil Dengan Service Excellent Education Di PMB Shinta Medan Polonia Tahun 2024

Fluorus albus (vaginal discharge) is white fluid that comes out of the sexual canal in excess. Fluorus albus is a vaginal fluid, not blood. During pregnancy, vaginal discharge increases in quantity. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), recommendations in America that reproductive health problems include 31.6% of pregnant women experiencing vaginal discharge (fluor albus) caused by the fungus Candida albican. In Indonesia, the problem of vaginal discharge is increasing, with more than 75% of women experiencing vaginal discharge due to the humid temperature in Indonesia, making them easily infected. candida albicans fungus, parasites such as pinworms or germs (trichomonas vaginalis) (WHO, 2019). According to data from the 2019 North Sumatra Province Health Profile, there were 648,829 pregnant women in 2019, 1,566 cases of pregnant women experiencing vaginal discharge, in the city of Medan in 2019 there were 855,281 people and 45% had experienced vaginal discharge (North Sumatra Health Profile, 2020) . Method: This activity begins with the preparation, implementation and evaluation stages. Results: 15 participants in this activity were pregnant women who visited PMB Shinta in Medan Polonia, Medan City. In its implementation, it was explained that the genital organ problem that pregnant women often experience, especially in the third trimester, is fluoride albus (vaginal discharge). The types of vaginal discharge also need to be understood as well as the treatment and therapy that needs to be given to pregnant women in preventing and treating cases of Fluor Albus. Conclusion: The results obtained from this community service activity are an increase in knowledge about preventing vaginal discharge and the treatment that will be carried out if complications occur. Pregnant women who experience vaginal discharge will pose a risk to the health and growth and development of their fetus later. The risk of vaginal discharge before and after was an increase of 15% for the good level of knowledge, and 27% for the sufficient level, and at the level of poor knowledge it decreased by 40%. With this change in the level of knowledge and strengthening understanding of Fluor Albus, it is hoped that pregnant women will be more aware of the conditions of their pregnancy, especially in maintaining personal hygiene which will result in disruption of fetal growth and development. Conclusion: The results obtained from this community service activity are an increase in knowledge about preventing vaginal discharge and the treatment that will be carried out if complications occur. Pregnant women who experience vaginal discharge will pose a risk to the health and growth and development of their fetus later. The risk of vaginal discharge before and after was 15% increased for the good level of knowledge, and 27% for the sufficient level, and for the poor knowledge level it decreased by 40%.