Edukasi Kesehatan Persiapan Puasa Bagi Penderita Penyakit Tidak Menular di Kabupaten Aceh Besar
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Kata kunci: edukasi kesehatan, diabetes mellitus, hipertensi, penyakit tidak menular, persiapan puasa
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Background: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes mellitus and hypertension are a growing health problem in Indonesia, including in Aceh Besar Regency. NCD sufferers face special challenges in observing the Ramadan fast due to the risk of complications such as hypoglycemia, uncontrolled hypertension, and dehydration. Lack of public knowledge regarding health management during fasting can increase these risks. Therefore, health education is needed to improve the readiness of NCD sufferers to fast safely. Objective: This activity aims to improve the understanding and readiness of NCD sufferers in observing the fast through health education that focuses on diet, medication management, and health monitoring. Method: The method used is interactive education with material presentation, discussion, and question and answer session. This activity involved 30 participants consisting of NCD sufferers, heads of families, housewives, and adolescents. Evaluation was conducted through pre-tests and post-tests to measure the increase in participants' understanding. Result: The evaluation results showed a significant increase in participants' knowledge regarding health management during fasting. As many as 85% of participants experienced an increase in their understanding scores after participating in the education. Participants also showed changes in attitudes and awareness regarding the importance of a healthy diet, medication management, and health monitoring during Ramadan. Furthermore, family involvement in this education program supports the implementation of healthy lifestyles for NCD sufferers. Conclusion: Community-based health education has proven effective in increasing the readiness of NCD sufferers to safely fast. It is recommended that this activity be implemented sustainably with a broader scope and involve health workers and other stakeholders to support NCD management during Ramadan.
Keywords: health education, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, non-communicable diseases, fasting preparation
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Fahdhienie, Farrah; Hamisah, Irma, "Edukasi Kesehatan Persiapan Puasa Bagi Penderita Penyakit Tidak Menular di Kabupaten Aceh Besar," Jurnal Inovasi dan Pengabdian Masyarakat Indonesia, vol. 4, no. 2, Apr. 2025.