Jurnal Kesehatan Cendikia Jenius

Analysis of Knowledge, Attitudes and Behavior of SMAN 13 Padang Students Regarding Stunting

2026-01-25T15:22:07+07:00

Stunting remains a major public health problem in Indonesia, and its prevention requires early intervention, including among adolescents as future parents and productive generations. Adolescents play a strategic role in shaping long-term health and nutritional behaviors; therefore, understanding their knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors toward stunting is essential. This study aimed to describe the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors of students at SMA Negeri 13 Padang regarding stunting. A descriptive study with a cross-sectional design was conducted. A total of 100 students were selected using an accidental sampling technique. Data were collected between November and December 2024 using a structured questionnaire that had been tested for validity and reliability. Data analysis was performed using univariate analysis with frequency and percentage distributions. The results showed that most respondents had good knowledge of stunting (87%) and positive attitudes toward stunting prevention (68%). However, preventive behaviors were predominantly categorized as moderate (45%) and were not fully aligned with the level of knowledge possessed. This study concludes that a gap exists between knowledge, attitudes, and preventive behaviors related to stunting among adolescents. Therefore, continuous school-based educational interventions focusing on behavioral change are recommended to strengthen stunting prevention efforts from an early age.

The Effect of 3M Educational Intervention on Parents’ Knowledge in Preventing Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF)

2026-01-25T13:46:10+07:00

Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) remains a major public health problem in tropical countries, including Indonesia, with its incidence closely related to inadequate knowledge and preventive practices at the household level. The 3M strategy (draining, covering, and burying) is a key preventive approach that requires active parental involvement. This study aimed to determine the effect of 3M educational intervention on parents’ knowledge in preventing DHF. A quantitative study with a one-group pretest–posttest design was conducted. The sample consisted of 52 parents selected using total sampling. Data were collected using a structured knowledge questionnaire administered before and after the 3M educational intervention, conducted from January to March 2024 in the working area of Ardimulyo Public Health Center. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon Signed-Rank test. The results showed a significant increase in parents’ knowledge levels after the intervention, with a marked rise in the proportion of respondents classified as having good knowledge. Statistical analysis revealed a p-value < 0.05, indicating a significant effect of the 3M educational intervention on parents’ knowledge. In conclusion, 3M education effectively improves parents’ knowledge in preventing DHF. Continuous and structured health education programs are recommended as sustainable preventive strategies to reduce DHF incidence at the community level.