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2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 86-91
Author(s):  
Suryani ◽  
Atik Triratnawati

The impact of Covid-19 has not only affected the health sector but also economic and social sectors. In the social sector, the increase of domestic violence cases is being concern. It has a wide impact towards women’s health. This paper wants to reveal the impact of women’s health including reproductive health suffered by domestic violence victims and how they find solutions to the problems they face. Data collection was using ethnographic research methods from April to June 2021 in Malang regency. Observations and interviews were conducted towards 5 domestic violence victims and 2 associate staffs of domestic violence victims. Data analysis was carried out by classifying the data with the classification of minor, severe and reproductive health impacts.  As a result, researcher found that domestic violence victims suffer health impact both physically and psychologically. Physically, they are experiencing bruises, swelling, up to stitches on the part of their body. While psychologically, they feel common to deep fear, cannot sleep well, feel insecure to experience trauma. As the impact of reproductive health, the victim suffered miscarriage. The victims are needed assistance to be brave enough to speak up and seek protection quickly and accurately.


2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 77-80
Author(s):  
Dina Tania Gultom ◽  
Irna Marsaulina

Analysis of Personal Hygiene, Environmental Sanitation and Skin Health Complaints in Inmates at The Class IIA Medan Women's Correctional Institution. This type of research is quantitative research that is descriptive survey. The research was conducted from September 2019 to September 2020 at the Medan Class IIA Women's Correctional Institution. Samples from this study were 86 people. However, personal hygiene of inmates belongs to the bad category with the highest proportion in terms of cleanliness of the use of beds and bed linen (50%), but environmental sanitation conditions in the Medan Class IIA Women's Correctional Institution are included in the criteria of eligibility.


2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 63-68
Author(s):  
Rivai Friyendi Perangin-Angin ◽  
Fikarwin Zuska

This study examines the traditional treatment of Tawar Penggel from the Karo community which is still used today. The purpose of this study is to determine the process of inheritance and traditional treatment of Tawar Penggel and how to maintain it so that it is preserved as a culture, and to find out why people choose this treatment, especially the people of Jinabun Village, Kutabuluh Simole District. The method used is an ethnographic method with data collection techniques through in-depth interviews and observation, where researchers go directly to the field and live with the community to obtain accurate information. The results showed that Tawar Penggel's treatment process for patients from the beginning of treatment until they recovered without experiencing disabilities so that people still believed in traditional treatment. In addition, it also shows the history and descent from ancestors until now, where traditional medicine begins with traditions derived from habits by previous ancestors and also a culture.  


2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 81-85
Author(s):  
G.Z. Sarah Magdalena Sinambela ◽  
Agustrisno

This study examines the knowledge of Traditional Medical treatment (Namalo) in Toba Batak community at Tambunan Lumban Gaol Village. The purpose of this study was to determine the process of traditional medical treatment by Namalo and to know the perception of the community regarding traditional medical treatment performed by Namalo. In this research, the method used is ethnographic method and uses a qualitative approach to see the phenomenon of traditional medical treatment, especially Namalo, with data collection techniques through in-depth interviews and observations, where the authors go directly to the field to obtain accurate information from the community. The results of the study show that the traditional treatment carried out by Namalo is still visited by many people today because it does not conflict with religious teachings and traditional medical treatment is more affordable than medical treatment. Traditional medical treatment is a health effort in a different way from medical science, rooted in traditions derived from habits by previous ancestors. We need to preserve traditional medical treatment and continue to develop it because it is beneficial for society.


2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 69-76
Author(s):  
Kristina Mutiara Sihombing ◽  
Nurman Achmad

This study examines the knowledge of Batak Toba family in feeding toddlers in Muliorejo Village, Sunggal District, Deli Serdang Regency. The purpose of this study was to determine the knowledge of Batak Toba family in feeding toddler, how to serve toddler food, selecting toddler food and managing toddler food. The method used in this study is a holistic ethnographic method. The data collection technique used is through in-depth interviews, observation, and participation in the community, having knowledge related to research problems, and studying literature. The results of this study prove that the knowledge of Batak Toba family in feeding toddlers is very good, where parents who feed their children provide with a regular schedule in feeding, when the child is not at home or when the parents are at work, they keep fulfill the child's food by entrusting food to neighbors to give to his child, by also preparing provisions for the child.  


2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 92-98
Author(s):  
Akhodza Khiyaaroh ◽  
Atik Triratnawati

Jamu is a part of traditional medicine that draws many people's attention today. This can be seen in the increasing consumption of jamu in Indonesian society. This increase can be influenced by the decision of the Indonesian people to consume jamu as an effort to prevent Covid-19. This study revealed the reasons behind the choice of jamu as an effort to prevent Covid-19 in some Indonesian people, especially in rural Javanese people where jamu is very closely related to their lives. This research was conducted in Mojorejo Village, Kebonsari District, Madiun Regency by involving 20 informants obtained through purposive sampling technique. This research was conducted from April to June 2021. The ethnographic method was used to enable the researchers to dig deeper into the informants' experiences regarding herbal medicine. The researchers analyzed the research data by coding and included secondary data to enrich the findings.Rural Javanese people choose jamu as doping during the Covid-19 pandemic for three reasons, including the tradition of drinking jamu, its immune booster properties, and the 3M (mudah, murah, manjur) [Easy, Cheap, Effective] aspects of jamu. Jamu ingredients that include ginger, curcuma, aromatic ginger, turmeric, and tamarind are believed to be able to boost their immune system during the pandemic.


2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 57-62
Author(s):  
Wan Sri Widaningsih ◽  
Nurman Achmad

This study discusses the existence of traditional birth attendant services in the district. Bangko till now. The purpose of this study was to describe the factors that influence pregnant women to give birth by using traditional birth attendants and also services provided by traditional birth attendants to pregnant women. This research is a descriptive type with a qualitative approach. The methods used in data collection were participatory observation and interviews, with informants, namely mothers who had given birth to traditional birth attendant and traditional birth attendant themselves. The results of the study are the factors that influence pregnant women who give birth with traditional birth attendants, namely the existence of hereditary habits, beliefs, social relations between patients and traditional birth attendants, social and economic conditions and background of mothers who give birth at a traditional birth attendant, more services for the traditional birth attendant. plenary, far health service distance with difficult transportation, and fear of using medical equipment. While the care provided by the traditional birth attendant includes examination of the patient's womb, the delivery process, and post-delivery services.


2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 53-56
Author(s):  
Roseva Sari Br Bangun ◽  
Sabariah Bangun

This research discusses the cultural heritage of one of the ethnic groups in Indonesia, such as the new traditional medicine, namely Kuning. The purpose of this study is to describe the presence of Kuning in the Karo community and its benefits for the community so that it is maintained as one of the traditional Karo medicines. This research is a descriptive type with a qualitative approach. The method used in data collection is occasional participatory observation and interviews, the baseline information is the village head, the key information is traditional leaders and people who have lived in Bunung Raya for a long time, from the usual information is the Kuning maker and the Kuning user. The result of Kuning's research is that traditional Karo medicine made from a mixture of various herbs has fewer negative side effects when compared to modern medicine and is more economical in its manufacture.


2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-35
Author(s):  
Sutarto ◽  
Sri Agustina ◽  
Kinanti Rahmadhita ◽  
Susianti ◽  
Roro Rukmi Windi Perdani

Abstract     :     Background: Stunting is a condition of toddlers who have less length or height compared to age. Toddler stunting is a chronic nutritional problem caused by many factors, one of which is LBW. Babies born with LBW will be at high risk of morbidity, mortality, infectious diseases, underweight and stunting in the early neonatal period to childhood.The purpose of this study is to determine the association between  Low Birth Weight (LBW) with the incidence of stunting in toddlers (aged 24-59 months) in the Way Urang Community Health Center in South Lampung Regency.                         Method: This study uses an observational analytic method with a case control study design. LBW data is secondary data obtained by looking at the birth weight data of children under five listed in the Maternal and Child Health book Way Urang Community Health Center data. The statistical analysis uses the Chi Square test.                         Result: There is an association of Low Birth Weight (LBW) with the occurrence of stunting in toddlers (aged 24-59 months) in Way Urang Community Health Center South Lampung Regency. P value= 0,024.                         Conclusion: There is a significant association of Low Birth Weight with the incidence of stunting in toddlers (aged 24-59 months) in the Way Urang Community Health Center in South Lampung Regency.


2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 48-52
Author(s):  
Mia Audia Br Kaban ◽  
Nurman Achmad

Abstract: This study discusses the concept of health and illness in the elderly in Munte Village, Munte District, Karo Regency. The purpose of this study was to see how the elderly respond in dealing with disease and to see what things are done to process the prevention and cure of a disease. The method used in this research is ethnography with a qualitative approach with the aim of systematically describing cultural characteristics more deeply in their own space and time. The methods used in data collection are participatory observation and unstructured interviews and use interview guidelines. The results of the study were to see how the elderly interpret health in old age. Traditional medicine that is so attached to their daily lives is a knowledge that is passed down from generation to generation. The role of the family is very important in supporting the health of the elderly both from a social, economic and psychological perspective.


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