WASATHON Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat

Penyuluhan Kesehatan sebagai Strategi Efektif Pencegahan Tuberkulosis pada Remaja Sekolah Menengah

Nurul Dwi Andriani — 2026-01-31

Tuberkulosis (TBC) di Indonesia masih menjadi masalah kesehatan masyarakat dengan peningkatan kasus nasional, termasuk pada kelompok remaja. Penyuluhan kesehatan ini bertujuan untuk membentuk perilaku pencegahan yang tepat. Intervensi diberikan kepada 89 siswa di SMP Muhammadiyah Plus Klaten Utara melalui ceramah interaktif yang didukung oleh leaflet, PowerPoint, dan video edukasi. Penilaian pre-test dan post-test dilakukan, dan uji Wilcoxon Signed-Rank menunjukkan peningkatan signifikan pada skor pengetahuan (rata-rata: 65,4 menjadi 78,4; p < 0,05). Hasil ini menunjukkan bahwa edukasi kesehatan berbasis sekolah secara efektif meningkatkan kesadaran remaja mengenai pencegahan TBC, serta menunjukkan bahwa intervensi sederhana dapat memberikan dampak nyata pada perilaku pencegahan penyakit.

PENINGKATAN PENGETAHUAN AYAH SEBAGAI UPAYA PREVENTIF DAMPAK ASAP ROKOK TERHADAP IBU HAMIL DAN TUMBUH KEMBANG ANAK

Cici Monika Sari — 2026-01-31

Abstract

The smoking habit of family members, especially fathers, can have a negative impact on the health of pregnant women and children, both directly and through exposure to secondhand smoke. This exposure risks causing fetal growth disorders, low birth weight, and respiratory infections in toddlers. This community service activity aims to increase fathers' knowledge about the dangers of smoking through health counseling. The method used was interactive lecture with leaflet media and suction bottle props. The targets of the activity were 25 fathers in RW 6 Sembungharjo Village, Semarang City. The evaluation results showed an increase in respondents' knowledge, from 72% with good knowledge before the intervention to 88% after the intervention. This health education is effective as a promotive and preventive measure to reduce the risk of exposure to cigarette smoke in the family environment, thus creating a healthier household for mothers and children.

Peningkatan Fungsi Kognitif Lansia Melalui Permainan Color Ball Memory

Esri Rusminingsih — 2026-01-31

Cognitive decline in the elderly is a significant issue that negatively impacts their quality of life, often leading to reduced ability to perform daily activities, social isolation, and depression. Cognitive stimulation has been proven effective in slowing cognitive decline, especially when delivered through innovative and engaging approaches such as technology-based educational games. This community service program aimed to conduct cognitive function screening and provide cognitive stimulation through educational games for elderly members at Posyandu Larasati, Kajen Village, Wedi Subdistrict, Klaten Regency. The activity began with cognitive screening using the Short Portable Mental Status Questionnaire (SPMSQ), followed by an intervention utilizing a visual memory game called Color Ball Memory, in which players are challenged to remember the sequence or position of colored balls. A total of 29 elderly participants joined the program, with a mean age of 68±7.5 years; the majority were female (24 participants, 82.8%) and 5 were male (18.2%). The screening results showed an average SPMSQ score of 9, indicating normal cognitive function. This activity demonstrated that technology-based educational games are well accepted by elderly participants and have the potential to serve as an effective cognitive stimulation method.

PENINGKATAN PEMAHAMAN MASYARAKAT TENTANG PENYAKIT DEMAM BERDARAH (DBD) MELALUI TINDAKAN PERILAKU HIDUP BERSIH DAN SEHAT

winnellia fridina sandy rangkuti — 2026-01-31

Dengue Haemorrhagic Fever (DHF), also known as dengue haemorrhagic fever (DHF), is a disease caused by the dengue virus, transmitted by the Aedes aegypti mosquito through bites. Dengue haemorrhagic fever is a highly lethal disease. It can affect people of all ages, especially children (Ministry of Health, 2017). The increase in DHF cases every year is greatly influenced by the behavior of the community, which often fails to adopt healthy lifestyles both at home and at school, allowing the Aedes aegypti mosquito to thrive and reproduce. Purpose: This activity aims to provide education on clean and healthy lifestyles to prevent and control DHF. Method: The activity involves explanations about the disease and efforts that can be made to prevent and control it, followed by discussions and question-and-answer sessions. Results: The education shows that there is an understanding among the community about disease control and the efforts that can be made, as well as an understanding of the signs and symptoms experienced when infected and actions that can be taken independently when encountering early symptoms of DHF.

WORKSHOP DIGITAL PRESENTATION KEPADA SANTRIWATI PONDOK PESANTREN ROOIHATUL JANNAH SUKOHARJO DALAM MENINGKATKAN SKILL PRESENTASI

Dani Kurniawan — 2026-01-31

Abstract

The advancement of digital technology has made communication applications such as Zoom and Google Meet essential tools in the fields of education and da'wah. However, observations show that female students (santriwati) at the Rooihatul Jannah Islamic Boarding School in Sukoharjo lack adequate skills in utilizing digital tools for presentations. This highlights the urgency of conducting a community service activity in the form of a Digital Presentation Workshop. The objective of this workshop was to enhance students’ abilities in creating and delivering digital presentations effectively. The workshop was held on Sunday, May 28, with approximately 31 participants. Evaluation results showed significant improvements, including a 20% increase in self-confidence, a 10% reduction in stage fright and confusion during presentations, as well as a 30% improvement in Canva design skills and Zoom operation. The outcomes of this community service activity will be published in the Washaton community service journal.

Keyword: Digital Presentation; Skill; Zoom; Canva.

Education on Pap Smear Testing and Results in Cervical Cancer Prevention Efforts

Devi Permatasari — 2026-01-31

Cervical cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer death in women in Indonesia, with a high incidence rate, especially in Central Java Province. The low awareness and participation of women of childbearing age in early detection, such as Pap smears and VIA examinations, are important factors in the increase in cases of advanced cervical cancer. This community service aims to increase women's understanding and awareness of the importance of early detection of cervical cancer through education and Pap smear examinations. Education is carried out by providing information on risk factors, the benefits of routine examinations, and the Pap smear procedure which is simple, safe, and covered by BPJS. The results of the activity showed an increase in knowledge and positive attitudes towards the importance of early detection of cervical cancer. This effort is expected to encourage women of childbearing age to undergo regular examinations so that the incidence and death rate from cervical cancer can be reduced. The objectives of this community service are Specific Objectives: to increase women's knowledge about the importance of Pap smear examinations, form a positive attitude towards cervical cancer prevention, and encourage women's participation in early detection of cervical cancer. Community service results Most respondents (88.2%) showed negative Pap smear results, indicating a healthy cervix after education on early detection of cervical cancer. As many as 11.8% of respondents experienced atrophic smears, which are cell changes due to decreased estrogen in postmenopausal women, which are not a sign of malignancy but require further monitoring if clinical symptoms occur.

Implementasi KKN AKSARA UMKLA: Pemberdayaan Masyarakat melalui Digitalisasi UMKM, Kesehatan, dan Sosial di Dukuh Marangan

Febriyan Ichlasul Imam — 2026-01-31

Real Work Lecture (KKN) is a form of community service that must be carried out by all students of the University of Muhammadiyah Klaten (UMKLA). Group 04 KKN UMKLA AKSARA 2025 has been held in Marangan Village, Jimbung, Kalikotes, Klaten, Central Java, from July 31, 2025 to August 30, 2025. This activity aims to apply the knowledge that has been learned from campus while helping to solve problems in the surrounding community, especially Marangan Village. Field work program created in several areas, such as education (Dauroh or Intensive Religious Study), economy (digitization of MSMEs), Health (Posyandu counseling), and Social Community (assisting activities at the TPA). With an approach that directly involves the society the students strive to increase society awareness, provide motivation, and assist in the implementation of these programs. The results of this Field Work demonstrated increased resident's participation, enthusiasm for MSME digitalization, outreach at integrated health in Posyandu, and bring up of new ideas for local resource management. This Field Work program successfully fostered strong collaboration between students, village officials, and residents, resulting in sustainable positive change.

Assistance for Early Detection of High-Risk Pregnancy

Endang Wahyuningsih — 2026-01-31

Pregnancy is a physiological process that women will experience during their reproductive years. In Indonesia, maternal mortality is a major issue in the health sector. One of the key indicators of a country's health status is the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR). The MMR is an important indicator that describes the number of women who die from causes related to pregnancy complications or their management during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. The target of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030 is to reduce the MMR to below 70 per 100,000 live births. The phenomenon of high-risk cases in 2023 is assessed based on potential emergencies, warning signs, urgent situations, total case numbers, and total referrals. The number of potential emergencies is 11 cases. The number of warning sign cases is 19, while there are 192 urgent cases. Over one year, the total number of cases is 29, with 15 referrals to hospitals and 14 cases handled at primary health centers. Efforts to reduce maternal mortality include an integrated antenatal care program. Integrated antenatal care is a comprehensive and coordinated service at health facilities that includes promotive, preventive, curative, and rehabilitative efforts. The number of pregnant women participating in the service activities is 14 Therefore, the proposed community service is related to the high-risk pregnant women early detection assistance program. The results of the service activities show that the majority of pregnant women (71.4%) are aged 20-29 years, but education about high-risk pregnancy is still necessary, especially for the age group of 30-39 years (28.6%) who are more vulnerable. The high level of education (50% high school, 42.9% associate/bachelor’s degree) supports health understanding, but access to health information remains limited for housewives. This assistance is very important to increase awareness and prevent complications, especially for pregnant women aged 30-39 years who require special attention

PENDAMPINGAN TUMBUH KEMBANG ANAK USIA DINI DI PAUD

Wiwin Rohmawati — 2026-01-31

Child growth and development and early childhood education are a concern for the government. According to the results of research in the field of neurology such as that carried out by Dr. Benyamin S. Bloom, an education expert from the University of Chicago, United States, stated that brain tissue cell growth in children aged 0-4 years reaches 50%. This means that if at that age the child's brain does not receive maximum stimulation, all of the child's growth and development, both physical and mental, will not develop optimally. The family environment can be an important pattern in cultivating national character for children and the younger generation. On that basis, character education does not just teach what is right and what is wrong, more than that, character education instills habits (habituation) about what is good so that children become understanding (cognitive) about what is right and wrong, able to feel (affective) good values and habitually do them (psychomotor). In other words, good character education must involve not only aspects of "good knowledge" (moral knowing), but also "feeling well" (moral feeling) and "good behavior" (moral action).

Character education emphasizes habits or habits that are continuously practiced and carried out [1]. Therefore, this service is needed as an effort to assist parents in the growth and development of early childhood. First, structured education by educators with material on child development. Second, the introduction of early childhood growth and development instruments using information sheets containing developments according to the child's age. This information sheet can be used by parents while at home. The goal is that parents can find out developments according to age.