Faculty Of Health Research Articles

Hybrid Deep Learning Approach For Stress Detection Model Through Speech Signal

Stress is a psychological condition that requires proper treatment due to its potential long-term effects on health and cognitive faculties. This is particularly pertinent when considering pre- and early-school-age children, where stress can yield a range of adverse effects. Furthermore, detection in children requires a particular approach different from adults because of their physical and cognitive limitations. Traditional approaches, such as psychological assessments or the measurement of biosignal parameters prove ineffective in this context. Speech is also one of the approaches used to detect stress without causing discomfort to the subject and does not require prerequisites for a certain level of cognitive ability. Therefore, this study introduced a hybrid deep learning approach using supervised and unsupervised learning in a stress detection model. The model predicted the stress state of the subject and provided positional data point analysis in the form of a cluster map to obtain information on the degree using CNN and GSOM algorithms. The results showed an average accuracy and F1 score of 94.7% and 95%, using the children's voice dataset. To compare with the state-of-the-art, model were tested with the open-source DAIC Woz dataset and obtained average accuracy and F1 scores of 89% and 88%. The cluster map generated by GSOM further underscored the discerning capability in identifying stress and quantifying the degree experienced by the subjects, based on their speech patterns

Analisis Bibliometrik Tren Topik Penelitian pada Artikel Ilmiah Dosen Fakultas Rumpun Kesehatan Universitas Padjadjaran Tahun 2016 – 2020

Knowledge mapping in the field of health science is very important to do because it helps the lives of many people. The large number of scientific articles published by Universitas Padjadjaran lecturers in the health sector has not been accompanied by mapping of research topic trends. The aim of this research is to determine trends in research topics in scientific articles by lecturers at the Faculty of Health, Universitas Padjadjaran and to determine the position of research topics that have been conducted on health topics in the world and in Indonesia. The research method used is the bibliometric method with a quantitative approach using Co-word analysis based on the presence of keywords available in each scientific article. The research results show that the trend of research topics in scientific articles by health faculty lecturers in 2016-2020 is Children, Knowledge, and Breast cancer. The research focus of health faculty lecturers in 2016-2019 was on the health of children, women or mothers, and adolescent health, then the research focus shifted in 2019-2020, namely regarding the Covid-19 virus. A small number of research topic trends carried out by health faculty lecturers are in line with world and Indonesian health topics according to the World Health Organization. Trends in research topics and research topics that are still little discussed can become references and recommendations for further research in the health sector.

A Survey of Knowledge and Practices of Balinese Culture Sleep Hygiene Modification among Health Faculty Students at Hindu Indonesia University

Background: Sleep disorders were reported among 15−35% of adolescents and adults’ population. Around 27% of college students potentially experience at least one sleep disorder. Poor sleep quality is one of the negative impacts of sleep disorders. Sleep hygiene or good sleeping habits are essential to get good sleep quality. Balinese culture has its own rules on sleeping habits related to sleep hygiene. Good knowledge and practices of Balinese culture sleep hygiene modification are expected to improve sleep quality. Methods: The study design of this research is cross sectional descriptive observational study using total sampling as the sampling method, which included all Health Faculty students at Hindu Indonesia University who met the inclusion criteria. Data was collected through a survey by distributing offline questionnaires from April to May 2023. The questionnaires used in this research modified Sleep Beliefs Scale (SBS) and Sleep Hygiene Index (SHI) questionnaires by adding sleep hygiene perspectives according to Balinese culture and customs. Validity and reliability tests were applied to the questionnaires before the survey (Pearson Correlation shows sig. < 0.05 and reliability analysis showed Cronbach Alpha > 0.60). Data collected in this research were analyzed using crosstab tabulation. Results: Thirty-one students of the Health Faculty at Hindu Indonesia University met the inclusion criteria (20 females and 11 males aged 19 to 57 years). The result of this study regarding the knowledge and practices of Balinese culture sleep hygiene modification shows 16 students (51.6%) had both adequate knowledge and practices, 4 students (12.9%) had adequate knowledge but poor practices, 2 students (6.5%) had poor knowledge but good practices, and 9 students (29%) had both poor knowledge and practices. Conclusion: Most of the Health Faculty students at Hindu Indonesia University had adequate knowledge and practices of Balinese culture sleep hygiene modification. Additionally, several students had adequate knowledge but poor practices and several students had poor knowledge but good practices, which indicates that adequate knowledge about Balinese culture sleep hygiene modification does not guarantee good practices. Keywords: Balinese culture sleep hygiene modification, knowledge, practices

Implementation of blood pressure and blood glucose telemonitoring in the elderly population in primary care practices: a right step towards integrated care?

Background: Arterial hypertension (AH) and type 2 diabetes (T2D) represent a significant burden on the public health system, with an exceptionally high prevalence in patients aged ≥65 years. One of the possible solutions to improve disease outcomes, promote integrated care with high patient engagement and support self-management in patients with AH and T2D at the primary care level is blood pressure and blood glucose telemonitoring.
 Target Population: Patients aged ≥65 years with AH and T2D 
 Stakeholders Engagement: In designing the intervention, we involved stakeholders at the micro-level (patients, health professionals), meso-level (managers of the included community health centres, representatives of the national association of general practitioners and associations of patients with chronic diseases) and macro-level (representatives of the Medical Faculty and Ministry of Health). 
 Description Of Intervention: We conducted a multicentre, prospective, randomised, controlled pilot study. Patients aged ≥ 65 years with AH and T2D were randomised 1:1 to an mHealth intervention or standard care group. Patients in the intervention group measured their blood pressure twice weekly and their blood glucose once monthly. The readings were synchronously transmitted via a mobile application to the telemonitoring platform, where they were reviewed by a general practitioner who indicated changes in the measurement scheme or performed a teleconsultation. Patients in the control group received standard care. The intervention lasted 12 months.
 Results Of Intervention: We enrolled 63 patients with a mean age of 71.9 ± 5.0 years, of whom 36 (57.1%) were men. The mean duration of AH was 15.1 ± 11.2 years and that of T2D was 9.1 ± 8.1 years. Mean systolic blood pressure at baseline was 141.2 ± 13.9 mmHg, diastolic blood pressure was 77.8 ± 9.0 mmHg and HbA1c was 7.2 ± 1.2%. At baseline, we found no significant differences between groups in sociodemographic and clinical variables. Compared with standard care, we observed an additional reduction in systolic blood pressure of -9.1 mmHg (95% CI -16.5 to -1.7, p=0.018), diastolic blood pressure of -2.3 mmHg (95% CI -6.1 to 1.4, p=0.215) and HbA1c of -0.7% (95% CI -1.2 to -0.1, p=0.022) in the telemonitoring group after 12 months. The intervention proved feasible and acceptable among included health professionals and patients (qualitative methods). 
 Take-Home Message: Telemonitoring of blood pressure and blood glucose is a feasible, acceptable and clinically effective method of remote care for elderly patients, particularly with regard to systolic blood pressure and blood glucose control in the first 12 months. The major limitation of remote care in elderly remains the lack of skills in using modern technology. To maximise clinical and cost-effective impact, careful patient selection is required (i.e., patients with newly diagnosed disease, poor adherence, poor disease control).
 Next Steps: For further scale-up and implementation, further research is needed to assess the long-term impact of telemonitoring. Due to the high implementation costs, other applications of telemonitoring could be tested, with telemonitoring serving only as a short-term educational tool in the hands of registered nurses and primary care physicians during more complex health education interventions.
 
 
 

Maintaining Course Quality and Integrity Across Multiple Modalities

To effectively educate the future public health workforce, it is essential for public health faculty to engage in purposeful and thoughtful pedagogical practices in their teaching. In the post-COVID higher education environment, instructors teaching course sections offered both in-person and online concurrently must ensure that curricular continuity is maintained, while respecting modality-driven differences. Developing multiple course sections, parallel in outcomes and rigor, but bespoke in instructional approach requires both additional development time and faculty support structures. While time is always in short supply, it is troubling to note that there is a paucity of information directed toward faculty that provides guidance on how faculty engage in course design work that requires them to plan in two modalities simultaneously. In the absence of available best practices for course design in multiple modalities, this paper provides a description of a pedagogical curriculum reflection exercise created to ensure that course sections delivered across different modalities are comparable and meet course competencies, such as those of the Council on Education for Public Health, in equitable ways.

Development of the FlagIt Report and Response System for Concerning or Harassing Messages Related to Public Health Work.

In response to growing reports of concerning/harassing messages and backlash related to public health work, the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health established the FlagIt report and response system. The system uses a dedicated FlagIt email inbox for faculty and staff to report harassing or concerning messages related to public-facing work and has an autoreply message sharing available institutional resources. The Johns Hopkins University public safety investigators review, inventory, and investigate the reported messages and share their findings with the reporter within 2 business days. In addition, the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health faculty FlagIt team volunteers reach out to the reporter to check in on how they are doing and offer additional supports if needed The FlagIt system was developed with existing institutional resources and did not require additional funding. Given the continued backlash against public health, other public health institutions and agencies may consider implementing similar report and response systems.

Education about planetary health and sustainable healthcare: A national audit of health professions education curricula in South Africa

Background. Climate change and environmental degradation have severe public health impacts. Education about planetary health (PH) and sustainable healthcare (SH), or the interdependence of health and healthcare and planetary ecosystems, is developing globally to enable health professionals to protect public health from these threats, and to build sustainable healthcare systems. Objective. To assess the status of PH and SH in health professions education in South African (SA) faculties of health sciences as a foundation for future work. Methods. Educators at all 24 SA faculties of health sciences were surveyed regarding undergraduate and postgraduate faculty courses with PH- and SH-related learning objectives and outcomes, learning activities and assessments. Pivot tables were constructed to analyse their responses. Results. Forty-one responses were received, representing 9 health professions from 15 of 24 faculties of health sciences in SA (62.5%). More than half (53.7%) were unaware of any courses with PH and SH content at their faculties. Nineteen respondents from 11 faculties reported 44 courses and provided data on 18 non-duplicate courses. Learning activities included advising patients about environmental and health co-benefits of their lifestyle choices (33.3%); written assignments (38.9%); oral presentations (55.6%); and community-based research (38.9%). Nine courses (50%) reported PH- and SH-related assessments, most commonly oral presentations (88.9%); reflective essays (77.8%); multiple-choice or short assessment questions (55.6%); and research outputs (55.6%). Conclusion. Education about PH and SH is starting to develop in SA faculties, although with a limited variety of learning activities and assessments. This study provides a useful baseline for curriculum development and assessment of progress.

Effectiveness of Auricular Acupucture (Akar) on Interleukin-6 Levels and Duration of Labor in The Primigravidal Active Phase

Background: Auricular acupuncture (AKAR) is a diagnostic and treatment system based on normalizing bodily dysfunctions through stimulation of specific points on the ear. Ear stimulation involves neurological reflexes, neurotransmitters, cytokines, the immune system, and inflammation. Subjects and Method: This study is a true experimental design with a pretest-posttest control group. The study population was all 43 primigravida mothers who were expected to give birth between May and July 2023. The research sample was part of the first stage of labor during the primigravida active phase. The selection of research subjects was carried out by consecutive sampling. Subjects who met the inclusion criteria were divided into two groups, namely the AKAR intervention group and the deep breathing relaxation control group. The dependent variable was auricular acupuncture, and the independent variable was a duration of labor and interleukin-6. The instrument uses laboratory tests that are carried out, the research site only has a simple laboratory room and does not have a deep freezer - 800C, so the biomarker test is carried out in the laboratory. Assessment of the length of labor using a partograph. Data analysis used the Mann-Whitney test, the Wilcoxon Signed Rank test and the Independent Sample test Results: The results of post-treatment serum IL-6 levels in the AKAR group were higher (Mean= 187.24; SD= 41.65) pg/mL before the pre-treatment (Mean= 157.67; SD= 51.85) pg/mL, and this difference was significant (p <0.001). Post-treatment serum IL-6 levels in the RND group were higher (Mean= 181.30; SD= 56.86) pg/mL before the pre-treatment (155.65; SD= 50.07) pg/mL. The results of the pre-treatment serum IL-6 levels in the AKAR group were slightly higher (Mean= 157.67; SD= 51.85) pg/mL compared to the RND group (Mean= 155.65; SD= 50.07) pg/mL. Post-treatment, the IL-6 serum level in the AKAR group were higher (Mean= 187.24; SD= 41.65) pg/mL compared the RND group (Mean= 181.30; SD=56.86) pg/mL. The AKAR group had 12 (57%) active phase I stages of labor that lasted less than 360 minutes and 9 (33%) more than 360 minutes. In the RND group, 9 (45%) delivered less than 360 minutes, and 11 (55%) more than 360 minutes. The mean length of labor for the AKAR group was shorther (Mean= 365.40; SD= 65.60) minutes than the RND group (Mean= 407.55; SD = 77.27). Conclusion: There was a difference between IL-6 levels before and after treatment, so it was concluded that AKAR and RND affected serum IL-6 levels in the first stage of labor in the active primigravida phase. There was no significant difference in the length of labor in the active phase of the first stage of labor in primigravidas between AKAR and RND. Keywords: acupuncture, auricular, interleukin-6, length of labor. Correspondence: Setiana Andarwulan. Program Study Midwife Professional Education, Faculty of Science and Health, PGRI Adi Buana University, Surabaya Jl Dukuh Menanggal XII No. 4, East Java, Indonesia. Email: setianaandarwulan@unipasby.ac.id. Mobile: 085806227033.

Psychological well-being, stressors, coping strategies and support of undergraduate healthcare students amid COVID-19.

Students function better academically when psychologically well. The COVID-19 pandemic proved a new challenge to the mental wellness of undergraduate healthcare students. Students were not only faced with academic changes but also had to complete clinical practice in healthcare facilities amid the COVID-19 pandemic. This study investigated the psychological well-being, stressors, coping strategies and support of undergraduate healthcare students amid COVID-19. A South African university's faculty of health sciences. A survey design through a cross-sectional descriptive approach was used to collect data from the population of 1529 undergraduate healthcare students. One hundred and ninety-six (n = 196) students responded to the online survey. Participants reported a variety of stressors influencing their psychological well-being. Participants chose mostly adaptive coping strategies to deal with stressors. They gave feedback on the support they received from the faculty and institution. Most of the participants indicated they prefer weekly online communication from the higher education institution. The COVID-19 pandemic influenced the psychological well-being of undergraduate healthcare students. The psychological well-being of these students is a collective responsibility between students and higher education institutions to enable academic success and positive patient outcomes. This study found that undergraduate healthcare students had academic, psychological, financial and other stressors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Higher education institutions, especially those involved in training undergraduate healthcare professionals, in collaboration with students, need to provide students with targeted continued support and training to use healthy coping behaviours to manage various stressors.

An Investigation of University Students' Sustainable Earthquake Awareness Levels in Terms of Different Variables

Earthquakes have a significant impact on social, economic, and educational aspects of life. The negative effects of earthquakes on education and training are well documented. It is crucial to be adequately prepared to minimize these effects. This study aims to investigate the earthquake awareness of university students from a sustainable perspective. The survey model, a quantitative research method, was employed in this study. The research study comprised of 200 male (36.10%) and 354 female (63.90%) students who voluntarily participated from a university in the Western Black Sea Region during the 2022-2023 academic year. The Sustainable Earthquake Awareness Scale results show an average of 3.23 (Undecided) for the first factor, Earthquake Structure Relationship, 2.32 (Disagree) for the second factor, Earthquake Preparation Application, and 2.27 (Disagree) for the third factor, Earthquake Preparedness. The overall mean of the scale was 2.61 (Undecided). The results indicate that university students are not adequately prepared for possible earthquakes. There is no significant difference in Sustainable Earthquake Awareness Levels between male and female university students in all sub-factors and the total scale. Furthermore, as the grade level of university students increases, their sustainable earthquake awareness also increases. Furthermore, there is a notable contrast in the earthquake awareness levels of students from the faculties of engineering, health, and theology, with engineering students exhibiting a higher level of awareness. The study found no statistically significant difference between the sustainable earthquake awareness levels of university students and the number of floors in the building where they reside, both in terms of sub-factors and the overall scale.

Pengaruh fermentasi dan penambahan gula pada organoleptik minuman kombucha bunga telang (Clitoria ternatea L.)

Background: Telang flower (Clitoria ternatea L.) is a plant with a high antioxidant content that can be used as a functional drink in tea. That can be fermented to produce Kombucha, which is rich in antioxidants and organic acids. Objectives: This study aimed to develop a formula for Telang flower kombucha and evaluate its organoleptic properties. Methods: In a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) experiment, this research was conducted at the Food Processing Laboratory of the Bachelor of Nutrition Study Program, Faculty of Medicine and Health, Universitas Muhammadiyah Jakarta, from December to March 2023. Sugar was added to the fermentation process at varied concentrations (20%, 30%, and 40% w/v), while Telang flower tea was the control. Fifty-two untrained panellists participated in the hedonic quality evaluation, which included the evaluation of color, aroma, taste, and overall preference. The data were examined with the Kruskal-Wallis and Mann-Whitney tests.Results: The sensory evaluation demonstrated statistically significant (p=0,000) differences in color, aroma, and taste between the control and the three sugar-added treatments. Kombucha's color and aroma characteristics with 20% and 30% sugar additions were significantly different (p<0,05). However, the taste characteristics were not significantly different. The color of Kombucha with 20% and 40% sugar additions were not significantly different, nor was the aroma with 30% and 40% sugar additions. According to the hedonic test analysis results, panellists preferred adding 40% sugar over other treatments. Hence this formula was selected for this study. Conclusion: Telang flower kombucha's organoleptic properties are strongly influenced by the fermentation process and the amount of added sugar. Further research is needed to explore its bioactive compounds and health benefits.

Perceptions of the Scope of Practice of Audiology.

The primary purpose of this study was to determine which scope of practice roles and responsibilities are attributed to the profession of audiology (AUD) relative to other health care disciplines by a group of health and human services faculty and students. An online survey inquiring about participant knowledge of different health professions' scopes of practice, and experience with and attitude toward the profession of AUD, was sent to faculty and students in the Western Michigan University College of Health and Human Services. Students also completed two subscales of the Interprofessional Attitudes Scale. Descriptive statistics and chi-square and Kruskal-Wallis analyses evaluating response differences between groups are presented. Thirty-six faculty and 118 students (48 graduate and 70 undergraduate) completed the survey. AUD was the profession most often associated with all hearing-related scope of practice activities. Speech-language pathology was often associated with hearing-related scope of practice activities. Audiologists were less commonly associated with vestibular, balance, and mobility scope of practice activities. Group was significant for four scope of practice activities. About half of respondents indicated they knew nothing or a little about AUD, and a majority had no or rare interactions with audiologists in class or clinic. Only about half of participants responded they were likely or very likely to refer patients to an audiologist. Increased knowledge of the scope of practice and exposure to the profession of AUD may benefit other health care professionals and patients, possibly leading to increased interprofessional practice and an increased number of appropriate referrals.

‚Interlocking practice, science and teaching‘

The Willy Robert Pitzer Institute for Health Services Research and Rehabilitation was founded in 2022 with the establishment of the endowed professorship for Health Services Research and Rehabilitation at the Faculty of Health at the Technical University of Central Hesse (THM) in Giessen. The director of the institute is Prof Dr Susanne Hanefeld. In addition to filling the endowed professorship, she is also responsible for the Master‘s degree programme in Public Health, which focuses on the areas of healthcare research and rehabilitation. The founding father of the non-profit foundation is Willy Robert Pitzer, a pioneer in the German rehabilitation sector. The Willy Robert Pitzer Foundation, which is one of the largest foundations in the state of Hesse, has a strong scientific and medical focus.

Drug interactions and hormonal contraception

There are several classes/types of drugs that interact with hormonal contraception, which can increase or reduce the effectiveness of the contraception. Contraceptive hormones can also increase or decrease the safety and effectiveness of certain drugs the individual is taking. Therefore, it is important for any health professional who provides contraception to take a through drug history and check interactions before prescribing. Health professionals must ensure contraceptive consultations are thorough, and that these drug interactions are avoided to ensure optimum prescribing and unintended pregnancy. The Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Health has updated its guidance on drug interactions with hormonal contraception, and this article provides a summary of this updated guidance, along with best practice points.

RIWAYAT KELUARGA BERHUBUNGAN DENGAN DISMENORE PRIMER PADA MAHASISWI S1 REGULER FKM UI TAHUN 2022

Primary dysmenorrhea is menstrual disorder experienced by young adult women with poor level of diagnosis and treatment. The aim of this study is to determine the proportion of primary dysmenorrhea and the relationship between risk factors and the primary dysmenorrhea among Undergraduate students of Public Health Faculty, University of Indonesia (PHF UI) in 2022. The dependent variable in this study is primary dysmenorrhea. The independent variable in this study includes intake of calcium, magnesium, zinc, vitamin E, breakfast habits, physical activity, stress level, age at menarche, menstrual duration, menstrual cycle, and family history of dysmenorrhea. The research method used is quantitative with cross-sectional design. Respondents in this study are 135 undergraduate students of PHF UI class of 2018-2021 that were selected through simple random sampling technique. Data was obtained through filling out online questionnaires via google-form. Data were analyzed by univariate and bivariate (Chi-Square test). The results showed that the proportion of primary dysmenorrhea was 86.7%. Family history of primary dysmenorrhea was significantly related to the primary dysmenorrhea, p-value = 0,038; OR = 3,318, 95%CI = (1,162-9,472). Therefore, it is important to educate on the management and prevention of primary dysmenorrhea, especially for students who have a family history of dysmenorrhea.

Effects of the Blended Workshop Learning and Web-Based Learning Sequence on the Learning Level: A New Experiment

Background: Background: The blended electronic learning system, raised as a new approach in educational planning with great enthusiasm, seeks novel ways to properly combine the media; however, the sequence of in-person and distance educational methods is an issue neglected so far. This study aims to compare the effect of the sequence of blended workshop learning and web-based learning on the learning level of biostatistics in students who were members of the Student Research Committee at Arak University of Medical Sciences.
 Methods: This is a quasi-experimental study with an alternative treatment design. The statistical population consisted of the students who were members of the Student Research Committee of the university, including 38 medical students and 15 health students, who were selected through census sampling due to their limited number. The data were selected with 2 questionnaires: demographic characteristics and biostatistics multiple-choice questions to assess learning of statistical concepts in three levels of literacy, reasoning, and thinking. The validity and reliability of the translated statistics questions were assessed through content validity and bisection, respectively. The data were analyzed in SPSS-16 through independent and paired t-tests and analysis of variance.
 Results: The results showed a statistical difference between the groups in both faculties in statistical literacy and reasoning in blended learning (p>0.05). However, regarding statistical thinking, the difference was significant in the health faculty (p=0.044) and insignificant in the medical school (p>0.05).
 Conclusion: Given the statistical difference observed in the health group, we suggest holding in-person courses at first and online courses then.

Evaluating programme-wide course redevelopment within a learning management system

Introduction: Effective course design within the architecture of a learning management system (LMS) is crucial for achieving high-quality learning outcomes in blended and online courses (Bollinger & Martin, 2021; Spiceland et al., 2015; Vaughan, 2010). Implementing a consistent visual design template across multiple courses can promote student engagement and achievement of learning objectives (Ralston-Berg & Braatz, 2021). Other elements of effective course design include clear instructions, structured learning activities, and effective mechanisms for interaction and feedback (Baldwin et al., 2018; Martin et al., 2021). Method: A comprehensive redesign was conducted of the LMS component of 34 undergraduate course instances (20 blended on-campus courses; 14 online distance courses) across three programmes in the science and health faculties at a New Zealand university. The redesigned template aimed to improve the clarity and ease of navigation to important course information, structure student learning tasks, and provide a foundation for effective course delivery. The initial phase involved creating and testing the template. This was subsequently presented to faculty as a means to cultivate commitment and collaboration among academics, academic support teams, and administrative staff. The template was designed to minimise cognitive load to promote comprehension and retention (Schnotz & Kürschner, 2007). It incorporated evidence-based course components based on principles of effective course design, including detailed and comprehensive information on the course and assessments; weekly modules with clearly stated learning outcomes, task lists, lecture slides and recording links, required readings, tutorial and lab materials; assessment requirements; supplementary materials; and links to available course support (Bollinger & Martin, 2021). While maintaining a standardised visual design, the template was flexible to accommodate the specific needs of individual courses. Results and Discussion: An evaluation of the impact of the redesign project will be conducted. Data sources will include student surveys administered midway through and at the end of each course, as well as coded feedback from academic and support staff. The effect of the redesign on key student and instructor outcomes will be analysed. Based on research on effective blended and online course design, we expect our evaluation will uncover systematic benefits to student experience as measured by perceptions of course organisation and engagement of course material. For instructors, we anticipate that the standardised template will reduce time on administrative activities such as answering student emails, allowing them to focus on higher-value tasks. Conclusion: This study aims to provide valuable insights into effective practises for course design that promote student engagement and the achievement of intended learning outcomes. The project aligns with Ascilite 2023 subthemes. The focus on effective course design relates to subtheme 3 on digital pedagogy. Designing an effective online component of blended courses represents a key challenge for educators in a digital world. Additionally, the collaborations between academics, administrators, and support staff reflect subtheme 2 on building deeper partnerships within an institution. By evaluating a programme focused on enhancing blended learning through partnership and pedagogical research, this study will offer critical perspectives on key issues in teaching and learning in a digital world.

Early offer students – how do they fare compared to other cohorts?

Early offer programs have been increasing across the higher education sector in Australia in recent years, allowing school leavers to be assessed on criteria other than ATAR. There are mixed opinions on the value of early offer programs. This research evaluates the performance and experience of early offer students in the Faculty of Science and Health at Charles Sturt University, NSW. We found that in most fields of education, early offer students have lower progress rates than students who entered based on ATAR, but not compared to the cohort as a whole. In addition, we found that predicted ATAR is often significantly lower than final ATAR. This paper forms the beginning of a work in progress, but these early results suggest that the early entry process needs to be carefully managed to ensure equity in the offers process and appropriate supports for this cohort to increase their probability of success.

Solutions to Enhance Health with Alternative Treatments (SEHAT) protocol: a double-blinded randomised controlled trial for gut microbiota-targeted treatment of severe acute malnutrition using rice bran in ready-to-use therapeutic foods in Indonesia

IntroductionCurrent formulations of ready-to-use therapeutic foods (RUTFs) to treat severe acute malnutrition (SAM) in children focus on nutrient density and quantity. Less attention is given to foods targeting gut microbiota...

Implementation of Occupational Safety and Health Management System in the Education Sector

Introduction: The frequency of work accidents, occupational illness, and natural disasters that influence schools and universities requires the implementation of occupational safety and health not only in the industrial sector, but also in the education sector. This study aimed to implement the Occupational Safety and Health Management System (hereinafter OSHMS) at the Public Health Faculty University of Muhammadiyah Jakarta as part of an effort to protect all academic community, contractors, guests, and visitors from work accidents and occupational diseases. Method: This study was operational research that employs an implementation framework, which involves the entire population in the faculty as the research sample. Data was analyzed descriptively both qualitative and quantitative. Result: OSHMS is successfully implemented with the stipulation of several policies at the Public Health Faculty University of Muhammadiyah Jakarta through the Dean's Decree Number 05 of 2022 concerning Determination of Occupational Safety and Health Policies, the formation of an occupational safety and health committee through the Dean's Decree Number 04 of 2022, implementation of OSHMS socialization, and installation of signs related to safety and health in the workplace. Conclusion: The implementation strategy carried out through the stages of exploration, installation, initial implementation, and sustainability was successfully used as a guide in realizing the implementation of OSHMS at the Public Health Faculty University of Muhammadiyah Jakarta.