Public Health Center Area Research Articles

Hubungan Religious Coping dengan Resiliensi pada Pasien Stroke di Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Purwokerto Selatan

Stroke is a disease condition caused by a sudden cessation of blood flow to the brain, either due to blockage or rupture of blood vessels and is the third most common non-communicable disease after hypertension and diabetes. Stroke has a psychological impact that causes the patient to be irresistible. Resilience affects the recovery process in stroke patients. Stroke sufferers who are not resilient are influenced by religious coping (spirituality) where spiritual strength and belief can increase resilience in individuals. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between religious coping and resilience in stroke patients in the Work Area of the South Purwokerto Public Health Center. Research design is correlation study survey with a cross sectional time approach. The sample of this research was 45 respondents using simple random sampling technique. Data analysis was determined by the spearman-rank test. The results showed that religious coping in stroke patients in the Work Area of the South Purwokerto Health Center was mostly positive (84.4%). The resilience of stroke patients in the Work Area of the South Purwokerto Health Center is mostly high (86.7%). The results of the Spearman rank correlation test showed that the p-value was 0.0001 (p-value < 0,05). The conclusion is that there is a correlation between Religious coping and Resilience in Stroke patients in work area at South Purwokerto Health Center.

A Description of Clean Water Facilities and Family Latrines in the Sanggona Public Health Center Area, Uluiwoi District, East Kolaka Regency

Environmental sanitation prioritizes the prevention of environmental factors to avoid negative environmental impacts such as diseases. This study used a descriptive quantitative method to describe access to clean water facilities and family latrines supported by secondary data from the Sanggona Public Health Center, Uluiwoi District, East Kolaka Regency. The results of this study indicated that the types of clean water facilities used in the working area of Sanggona Public Health Center consisted of wells, drilled wells with pumps, and non-processing piping. Of the clean water facilities examined, most of the conditions of clean water facilities (94.7%) had a low level of pollution risk. Some of the conditions of clean water facilities (5.3%) in dug wells were still in the medium category at contamination risk level. The respondents in the family latrine conditions who were in the Sanggona Public Health Center area, had gooseneck latrines, and met the sanitation requirements were 738 houses (97.6%). The family latrines category respondents who still needed to meet the criteria were those with cemplung latrines, namely 18 homes (2.4%). As a suggestion, with the existence of a small number of clean water facilities that still have a moderate risk of contamination, namely dug wells, the community should make repairs and pay attention to dug well facilities that still have a chance of contamination, especially the distance to the disposal site (septic tank), which is close to clean water facilities and do not meet health requirements. Furthermore, socialization/counseling activities are needed to provide knowledge and encourage the community to improve community latrines that do not meet the criteria.
 Keywords: Family Latrines, Clean Water Facilities, Sanggona Public Health Center

Factors Influencing UCI (Universal Child Immunization) Achievement in the Working Area of Technical Implementation Unit Melak Public Health Center

Introduction: The immunization program is part of the ways for the government in prevention and breaking the spread of diseases. The target of UCI (Universal Child Immunization) at Technical Implementation Unit of Melak Public Health Center has not reached it, which is 50% in comparison to the target, 90%. Objectives: This research aims to describe the factors that contributed to the target of UCI (Universal Child Immunization) at the work area of Technical Implementation Unit of Melak Public Health Center. Method: This research was done by using an analytical observational approach of cross sectional. The sampling was non probability sampling, which was a technique that did not give the same equal chance or opportunity to the population that became a sample. Result and Discussion: There was no cause on education (?=0,76) and occupation (?=0,58) to the target of UCI (Universal Child Immunization). But there were causes on knowledge (?=0,001), behavior (?=0,02), family support (?=0,001) and medical workers support (?=0,027) for the target of UCI (Universal Child Immunization) in the work area of Technical Implementation Unit of Melak Public Health Center. Conclusion: Based on the result, it is highly recommended for Technical Implementation Unit of Melak Public Health Center to increase their communication with people about immunization, side effects, kinds of immunizations that are conducted and the contents of immunizations

The Effect Of Service Quality On Satisfaction Of Low Economic Patient In Jember District Public Health

The quality of health services at the Public Health Center, or Public health, is greatly influenced by the process of providing health services. Quality is related to good service, namely the attitude or way of officers in serving customers or the community satisfactorily. The patient will be satisfied if the service he gets is at least the same or exceeds the patient's expectations. Meanwhile, dissatisfaction will arise if the results do not meet the patient's expectations. This study aimed to analyze service quality's effect on the satisfaction of low economic patient at the Jember Regency Health Center. The research uses quantitative research with survey methods. The population is a community with the poor category of DTKS (Integrated Social Welfare Data) and participates in the National Health Insurance from the Social Service Of 230,411 people in 8 Public Health Center areas. The total sample was 384 respondents. A sampling of Simple Random techniques. Data collection in the form of documentation and interviews with questionnaires. Data analysis using Partial Least Square (PLS) analysis was used to test the hypothesis of the influence of predisposing factors and enabling factors on service quality, the effect of service quality on patient satisfaction at the Jember Regency Health Center, and the effect of service quality on patient satisfaction at the Jember Regency Health Center with moderate variables that can strengthen or hinder the attitude of officers. The analysis is continued with the Importance Performance Analysis (IPA) method.

The Effect Of Secang Wood Detection Water In Treating Prickly Heat In Infants 0-12 Months

Secang wood decoction can be used to treat prickly heat of the infants Aged 0-12 months because secang wood contains gallic acid, flavonoids, tannins, resins, resorcin, d-alpha-phellandrene, oscimene, essential oils and brazilin which function as anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-biotic and anti-oxidant. This study aimed to determine the effect of giving water Decoction of Secang Wood in Healing Prickly Heat in Babies Aged 0-12 Month in the working area of the Kassi-Kassi Makassar public Health Center in makassar in 2021. The type of research conducted is quantitative research Quasi-Experimental approach. sampling technique ussing Purposive Sampling with Posttest-only Control Group Design.The respondents of this study were 30 babies, 15 babies in the treatment group and 15 control group babies. Secang wood boiled water is used for bathing baby 2 times a day for 7 days. After being given sappan wood boiled water monitoring the healing of prickly heat with statistical tests using the Chi-Square test. The results showed that 15 babies were given boiled water seccang wood has the result of healing prickly heat (100%), meanwhile Of the 15 babies who were not given sappan wood boiled water, there were 2 babies who were experienced recovery (13.3%) and 13 infants who did not recover (86.7%). The results after statistical tests were carried out using the Chi-Square test the value of ρ = 0.000 < α = 0.05 is obtained, then H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted. So it can be concluded that in this study there is influence Giving Water Boiled Secang Wood in Healing Prickly Heat Infants Aged 0-12 Months in the Kassi-Kassi Makassar Health Center Working Area 2020. As advice for mothers whose babies experience prickly heat, you can applying the use of boiled water of secang wood to cure the prickly heat sweat in babies, so they can avoid prickly heat.

EDUCATING THE IMPACT OF COCONUT SPROUT ON MATERNAL HYPERTENSION IN TANGERANG, INDONESIA: A CASE STUDY

ABSTRACT Background: The effects of hypertension during pregnancy have caused health problems serious to mother and fetus. Hypertension can affect fetal development, and sudden fetal and maternal death. One source of plant nutrients that can optimize the number of blood cells is coconut sprout. Purpose: Coconut sprouts are high in carbohydrates, fiber, and antioxidants that can help optimize maternal health during pregnancy and reduce the risk of hypertension during pregnancy, however, not many women are aware of this information. Methods: This study attempts to inform pregnant women of the benefit of coconut sprout using lectures and demonstration along with primary health centre activities. A pretest and a posttest were conducted to assess improvement in knowledge. The total number of participants who participated in the activities was 50 people. The age range of pregnant women was 23-38 years old. Result: Knowledge of participants before the presentation of the material were low, with an average score of 35.41%, compared to 64.55% after the explanation. The comparison of participants' knowledge before and after education was 29.14%. The educational activities and dissemination conducted in the Binong Public Health Center area was to add, expand, and improve participants' knowledge of the impact of hypertension during pregnancy. Conclusion: Activities that needed to be continued was checking up urine, protein during pregnancy, direct application of coconut sprouts with controlling laboratory results, and increasing socialization, health promotion about the impact of hypertension, and the use of coconut sprouts to the general public.

Determinants of Stunting Children Under Five of Age During the COVID-19 in the Working Area of the Liwuto-Primary Public Health Center, Baubau City-Indonesia: A Community-Based Unmatched Case–Control Study

BACKGROUND: In Indonesia, the stunting prevalence has reached 24.4% in 2021. AIM: The study aims to examine the determinants of stunting among children under five of age during the COVID-19 pandemic in the working area of the Liwuto-Primary Public Health Center, Baubau city. METHODS: A community-based unmatched case–control study was conducted from January 10, to March 10, 2022, on a sample of 94, cases (n = 21), and controls (n = 73) of children aged 0–59 months with their respective mothers. Data were collected using a face-to-face interviewer-administered questionnaire and physical measurements standard. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 17. The variables were entered into the multivariable model using the backward stepwise regression approach. Multivariable logistic regression analysis was used to identify factors associated with stunting. Adjusted odds ratio (AOR) with a 95% confidence interval (95% CI) and p < 0.05 was used to declare the significance. RESULTS: There are 22% of the stunting become in children under 5 years. Stunting children under 5 years was associated with maternal age (AOR = 5.71, 95%, CI: 1.91–17.03). While family income (AOR = 1.78, 95%, CI: 0.17–18.86), exclusive breastfeeding (AOR = 3.95, 95%, CI: 0.14–112.72), complementary feeding (AOR = 1.24, 95%, CI: 0.18–8.55), formal education (AOR = 0.74, 95%, CI: 0.36–1.53), and occupation (AOR = 2.98, 95%, CI: 0.24–36.55) were not associated with the stunting. CONCLUSION: Young mother under 30 years old was an important risk factor on the incidence of stunting in children under 5 years during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Prevention Behavior Of Diabetic Ulcuses In Patients With Diabetes Mellitus In The Working Area Of Puskesmas Kota Binjai

Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a very dangerous disease, because it can cause many complications. One of the complications that often occurs in DM sufferers is the occurrence of Diabetic Ulcers. In the work area of ​​the Binjai City Health Center in 2021, data on visits for DM sufferers were recorded, namely 1,662 people. Diabetic ulcers can be prevented if the risk level is detected early. this is to find out how the behavior of Diabetes mellitus in the prevention of diabetic ulcers in the Binjai City Public Health Center area. This research is a type of quantitative research with a descriptive study design. The sample in this study were 23 DM sufferers in the Binjai City Health Center area, using a total sampling technique. The results showed that most DM sufferers in the Binjai Kota Health Center area were at a moderate level, while some others were at low and high risk for the occurrence of Diabetic Ulcers. These results are known that the majority of respondents based on negative behavior of 21 respondents (91.3%) and positive behavior of 2 respondents (50%). Efforts must be made to avoid the occurrence of Diabetic Ulcers such as health education about foot care which also needs to be increased, so that the prevention of Diabetic Ulcers is more optimal

Risk Factors Associated with Empty Nest Syndrome in Elderly Women in the Work Area of Public Health Center (Puskesmas) 1 Kembaran Banyumas Regency in 2014

Empty nest syndrome is often experienced by women, especially in nuclear families. Empty nest syndromes are experienced by old age at the time when the cubs last married or left home. The phenomenon of empty nest syndrome is widely experienced by women of advanced age with various diverse forms. This study aims to study the risk factors associated with empty nest syndrome in older women in the Puskesmas l Kembaran Working Area of Banyumas Regency in 2014. This type of research is a quantitative study using a cross-sectional approach with a population of 184 older women. The analysis used is Chi-Square and Logistic Regression. The results showed that the age of older women who experienced empty nest syndrome (63.6%), in the category of elderly old (57.6%), basic education (77.7%), non-work (58.7%) and social activities (93.5%). The results of the Chi-square test obtained variables related to the empty nest syndrome were self-concept (p-value = 0.016), communication with children (p-value = 0.027), and communication with partners (p-value- 0.026). Variables that are not related to the incidence of empty nest syndrome are age (p-value = 0.368), education (p-value = 0.834), occupation (p-value = 0.957) and social activities (p-value = 0.935). According to the logistic regression test results, self-concept is the most dominant variable associated with the empty nest syndrome (p = 0.020. OR = 2.103). The conclusion of the self-concept research is the variable most related to the empty nest syndrome. It is recommended that older women need to increase their social activities. Children should often visit parents or contact them by phone, and posyandu cadres explain the importance of social interaction in posyandu activities for the elderly.

Stunting determinants among toddlers in Probolinggo district of Indonesia using parametric and nonparametric ordinal logistic regression models

Stunting is a chronic nutritional problem in toddlers characterized by a shorter height than other children of their age. Stunting is a major nutritional problem faced by Indonesia. This research aimed to develop a risk model for the incidence of stunting in toddlers. This research was conducted in the village of stunting locus in the Public Health Center area that was selected to be the sample in Probolinggo District. Data were collected in the villages of Alaspandan, Bucorwetan, Petunjungan, and Sukodadi. The samples taken were 202 toddlers. The results show that the prevalence of a stunted toddler was 26.7% consisting of 21.3% moderately stunting and 5.4% severely stunting, and birth length, maternal height, and health services were important determinants of stunting in toddlers. Also, the value of the classification accuracy of the obtained model using parametric ordinal logistic regression approach was 72.45% which is less than that using nonparametric ordinal logistic regression approach namely 73.98%. It means that the best model for modeling risk of toddlers stunting in Probolinggo District was obtained based on the nonparametric logistic regression approach.

Hubungan Pola Makan dan Stres dengan Terjadinya Kekambuhan Gastritis di Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Poasia Kota Kendari

The data showed that in 2019 there were 2,273 cases;in 2020, there were 1,209 cases, and in 2021 there were 1,937 cases. This study aimed to determine the relationship between diet and stress and the occurrence of gastritis recurrence in the working area of the poasia public health center, kendari city. This type of research was analytic with a cross-sectional study design. The population of this study was patients with gastritis and non-gastritis sufferers totaling 246 respondents with a sample of 72 respondents by purposive sampling. The analysis used univariate and bivariate analysis and was tested using ch-square and the value of phi. This study’s results indicated a significant relationship between eating patterns (x2count = 23,144; = 0,512) and significant relationship between eating stress (x2count = 23,615; 0,515). It is expected for the community, especially gastritis sufferers, to apply a diet with a regular frequency and reduce excessive stress or manage stress appropriately to avoid gastritis.

Investigation of The Presence of Aedes aegypti Larvae and Its Related Factors in Air Putih Community Health Center, Samarinda

Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) is a public health problem in Indonesia until now because there are still many morbidity and mortality rates every year. DHF cases in the working area of the Air Putih Health Center fluctuate every year, in 2019 there were 109 cases, in 2020 there were 29 cases and in 2021 there were 44 cases. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between breeding places and PSN behavior with the presence of Aedes aegypti mosquito larvae in the working area of the Air Putih Public Health Center, Samarinda City. This study used quantitative, analytic survey methods with a cross-sectional approach where the subjects in this study were houses within the working area of the Air Putih Community Health Center with a sample of 59 houses, a sampling technique set by WHO. Collecting data with a questionnaire, check list and analyzed using the fisher's exact test. As for the bivariate test results, it was found that there was a relationship between TPA for daily needs (p-value = 0.00), TPA not for daily needs (p-value = 0.00) and PSN behavior (p-value = 0.05 ) with the presence of Aedes aegypti mosquito larvae in the working area of the Air Putih Public Health Center, Samarinda City. Suggestions in this study, the people in the working area of the Air Putih Health Center can reduce mosquito breeding places, drain the TPA regularly and bury used items that are not used. It is also hoped that the Puskesmas can improve coordination with the community and cadres in checking mosquito larvae regularly so that they can eradicate the DHF vector.

Community Awareness for Screening Non-Communicable Diseases

Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD), also known as chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, and obesity, are from combined genetic, physiological, environmental, and behavioral factors. The number of NCD screening visits at Ngletih Public Health Center (PHC) Kediri decreased in 2018 was 29% and became 24% in 2019, with a target of 10,718 people. This study aimed to know the factors affecting community awareness for screening NCD. The respondents are people aged 15-59 years who live in the working area of Ngletih PHC and have never been diagnosed with hypertension, diabetes, and obesity. This research used an analytical observational study with a cross-sectional design. The number of samples taken is 1,000 with purposive sampling; then, respondents filled out 27 questionnaires self-administered. The data analysis was implemented univariate, bivariate using chi-square, and multivariate using multiple logistic regression. The chi-square test showed eight variables that increase awareness for screening NCD: age, gender, education level, marital status, family history, source of health information, knowledge, and attitude. The multiple logistic regression tests showed five factors that increase awareness for screening NCD: age, gender, marital status, sources of health information, and knowledge. The dominant factor affecting community awareness for screening NCD is a source of health information (p=0.023; OR=4.353; CI=1.220-15.537).

Hubungan Status Paritas Dan Pekerjaan Dengan Kejadian Anemia Pada Ibu Hamil Trimester II Di PKM Purwokerto Selatan, Kabupaten Banyumas

Pregnant women with anemia are at risk of causing preeclampsia, antepartum and postpartum hemorrhage, blood transfusions, and postpartum infections. Therefore, it is necessary to look for the causative factors of anemia in pregnant women. Factors that can cause anemia in pregnant women are parity and occupation. This study aims to analyze the relationship between parity and employment status with the incidence of anemia in pregnant women in the second trimester in the Work Area of ​​the South Purwokerto Public Health Center, Banyumas Regency. This type of research is quantitative using a descriptive correlational design. The sample in this study was 37 pregnant women in the second trimester using total sampling technique and data analysis using the chi square test. The results showed that there were 18 respondents with multipara parity (48.6%) and 21 respondents (56.8%). The chi square test found that there was a relationship between parity status (p 0.003), and occupation 0.038 (<0.05) with the incidence of anemia in pregnant women in the second trimester. Conclusion: There is a relationship between parity and employment status with the incidence of anemia in pregnant women in the second trimester

OVERVIEW OF PUBLIC KNOWLEDGE ABOUT STROKE IN THE WORK AREA OF KAWAL PUBLIC HEALTH CENTER

Stroke is a disorder of the central nervous system that is most often found and is the main cause of impaired functional activity in adults. The prevalence of stroke incidence based on RISKESDAS tajun 2018 is increasing from 7% to 10.9% at the age of ≥ 15 years. Stroke attacks can cause weakness and paralysis in one or even both sides of the patient's body, this weakness can cause difficulties when walking and doing activities. The degree of disability experienced by stroke patients depends on the severity of hemiparesis, 30-60% of patients who experience hemiparesis will experience a complete loss of body functions within 6 months after the stroke. The purpose of this study is to provide an overview of public knowledge about stroke in the work area of the Kawal public Health Center.. The method in the study was a descriptive survey of the knowledge of the community in the working area of the Kawal Public Health Center, Riau Islands Province, about stroke. The study was carried out in July 2020 with a total sample of 39 respondents. The results of the study were obtained where the picture of public knowledge about stroke with good knowledge was 16 people (41.02%) and sufficient knowledge as many as 7 people (17.94%). Suggestions need to improve health promotion about stroke through print or electronic media and further research on the identification of stroke risk factors in the community of the Kawal Public Health Center work area.

Deteksi Dini Pertumbuhan dan Perkembangan Anak

Introduction: Growth and development are two separate events and cannot be separated. A comprehensive and quality examination of children's growth and development carried out through stimulation activities, early detection and intervention of deviations in growth and development of toddlers should be carried out during the golden period, namely the first 5 (five) years of a child's life. Monitoring and stimulation of child growth and development is very necessary for optimizing children's growth and development and recognizing problems early. Objective: The purpose of this service is to increase promotive and preventive efforts in increasing the growth and development of toddlers by increasing the knowledge and skills of mothers of toddlers in stimulating the growth and development of their children and increasing the ability of mothers in early detection of disorders of growth and development of toddlers in the Public Health Center of Panjalu. Method: The methods used in this community service are lectures and discussions. Result: The service activity was carried out for 2 days, namely on 12-13 October 2021 which was attended by 27 mothers. The results of community service for mothers who have received health education are enthusiastic to monitor the growth and development of their children, mothers of toddlers know and understand how to detect growth and development provided by the community service team. Conclusion: In addition, the detection of children in the working area of Public Health Center of Panjalu showed that most of them (88.9%) growth and development were in accordance with the stages of age.

Factors influencing the use of herbal medications during pregnancy at Public Health Center, Indonesia.

There has been an increase in the usage of herbal remedies, particularly among pregnant women, across the globe. The prevalence of herbal medicine use during pregnancy ranged from 54.3% to 96.6% in the region studied, indicating a rising trend in the use of herbal medicine during pregnancy. Cold and flu symptoms and stomach problems were the most prevalent reasons people turned to this drug. This study's samples were pregnant women in the working area of Ciwaruga Public Health Center, which has eight villages. The samples were taken using a proportional simple random sampling technique until 96 respondents were obtained. The percentage of moms who took herbal medication was the primary outcome variable, and participants were chosen for the research using a systematic sampling procedure. A digital database was used to store quantitative data that had been coded. The factors significantly associated with the use of herbal medicines during pregnancy were perception (OR 2.18; CI 1.02-4.66), having ever used herbal medicines during a previous pregnancy (OR 3.87; CI 1.46-10.25), and healthy reproductive is other reasons (OR 7.98; CI 4.45-14.30). Pregnant women in the Ciwaruga Public Health Center area often turn to herbal remedies, which may indicate a lack of access to mainstream medical treatment. They believe that herbal medications are useful and that using them during a prior pregnancy is linked.

Efektivitas Ekstrak Daun Jambu Biji (Psidisium Guajava L) Terhadap Penurunan Frekuensi Diare pada Anak Usia 6-12 Tahun di Puskesmas Aceh Besar

In developing countries, diarrhea is a common disease and a leading cause of mortality in children. Moreover, the guava plant (Psidium guajava L) is known by the Indonesian people as herbal medicine that may serve as a remedy for various diseases. One of the best-known benefits of guava leaf for people in Indonesia is that it can act as an antidiarrheal. This study aimed to examine the effectiveness of guava leaf extract (Psidium Guajava L.) in diarrhea treatment among children aged 6-12 years in the working area of Krueng Barona Jaya Community Health Center. This study was a quasi-experiment of One-Group Pretest-Posttest Design. The population member in this study was mothers with children aged 6-12 years old suffering from diarrhea in the working area of Krueng Barona Jaya Public Health Center. The purposive sampling technique was employed to select 15 respondents. Data collection was done by distributing questionnaires to respondents. This study was conducted from 27 June to 4 July 2022. The data were processed using editing, coding, transferring, and tabulating, and analyzed using the T-test at an error level of 0,05. The results showed that is effective in diarrhea treatment for children aged 6-12 years old with a p-value of 0.000

The Effect of House Environmental Factors on the Incidence of Pneumonia in Toddlers

Pneumonia is an infection of the lower respiratory tract and it is a leading cause of death in toddlers around the world, especially in developing countries including Indonesia. Environmental factors have an important role in the incidence of pneumonia. This study aimed to determine the house environmental factors that influence the incidence of pneumonia in children < 60 months in the working area of Public Health Center P. This study used a cross-sectional design that involved 114 children (aged < 60 months) with their mothers. We conducted interviews and observations, and filled in the 9 checklists of the house environment: floor type, wall type, ventilation, density, cooking fuel, smoking habit, humidity, light intensity, and temperature. The data were analyzed with the Chi-square test and logistic regression. The results showed that the factors of the house enviroment affecting pneumonia in children < 60 months were light intensity (p = 0.001; OR = 5.032; 95% CI = 1.94, 13.046), humidity (p = 0.003; OR = 6.98; 95% CI = 1.91, 25.421) and density (p = 0.019; OR = 3.140; 95% CI = 1.21, 8.154). Preventive programs from health workers are very important (i.e., counseling and health education). Support from local government and the community is necessary to promote healthy households.
 Keywords: pneumonia, children < 60 months, house environment

Risk Factors of Lifestyle and The Incidence of Hypertension in The Work Area of Pasir Panjang Public Health Center, Kupang City

Hipertensi ialah hambatan pada pembuluh darah yang menyebabkan suplai oksigen serta nutrisi yang dibawah oleh darah terhambat hingga ke jaringan tubuh yang membutuhkannya. Kejadian hipertensi erat kaitannya dengan gaya hidup yang tidak baik yang bisa meningkatkan risiko penyakit hipertensi. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk menganalisis hubungan antara faktor risiko gaya hidup terhadap kejadian hipertensi di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Pasir Panjang, Kecamatan Kota Lama, Kota Kupang tahun 2020. Desain penelitian ini merupakan studi observasional analitik dengan pendekatan case control. Sampel penelitian ini berjumlah 102 responden yang terdiri dari sampel kasus 51 responden serta sampel kontrol 51 responden dengan perbandingan 1:1. Metode pengumpulan data menggunakan kuesioner. Metode pengambilan sampel ialah simple random sampling. Analisis dalam penelitian ini menggunakan uji chi-square. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan terdapat tiga variabel yang berhubungan dengan kejadian hipertensi yaitu perilaku merokok (p-value=0,047, nilai OR=2,417 (CI 95%=1,088-5,368)), aktivitas fisik (p-value=0,026, nilai OR=2,749 (CI 95%=1,205-6,268)), serta konsumsi garam (p-value=0,047, nilai OR=2,406 (CI 95%=1,086-5,332)). Sedangkan variabel yang tidak terdapat hubungan dengan kejadian hipertensi adalah perilaku konsumsi kopi (p-value= 0,109, nilai OR=2,080 (CI 95%=0,934-4,630)), serta konsumsi alkohol (p-value=0,058, nilai OR=2,873 (CI 95%=1,065-7,756)). Puskesmas Pasir Panjang perlu meningkatkan kegiatan preventif, promotif, kuratif, serta rehabilitatif terhadap pengendalian hipertensi.