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The Effectiveness of Cassava Peel (Manihot esculenta crantz) in Reducing Iron (Fe) Levels in Dug Well Water
This results in unsuitable water quality. A natural ingredient can be used to treat wastewater from cassava peel. This study aimed to ascertain the variation in iron (Fe) levels in dug well water before and after cassava peel treatment. This pure experimental research used a posttest-only control group design method. The research population consisted of water from a dug well in Sungai Tiung Village, Banjarbaru City, which contains high iron levels. The research sample was part of the dug-well water. The Kruskal-Wallis statistical test revealed a significant difference between treatments, prompting using the Mann-Whitney test. Further statistical tests yielded the asymptote value Sig. (2-tailed) < 0.05, indicating significant differences between doses of 0 grams and 1 gram, 1.5 grams, 2 grams, 2.5 grams, and 3 grams; the dose of 1 gram and 2.5 grams and 3 grams; and the dose of 1.5 grams and 2.5 grams and 3 grams. The study concluded that using cassava peel for water treatment effectively reduces iron content. Further research is recommended to achieve iron levels by quality standards by varying the time of the coagulation-flocculation process and conducting a preliminary test to determine the optimal dose variation.This results in unsuitable water quality. A natural ingredient can be used to treat wastewater from cassava peel. This study aimed to ascertain the variation in iron (Fe) levels in dug well water before and after cassava peel treatment. This pure experimental research used a posttest-only control group design method. The research population consisted of water from a dug well in Sungai Tiung Village, Banjarbaru City, which contains high iron levels. The research sample was part of the dug-well water. The Kruskal-Wallis statistical test revealed a significant difference between treatments, prompting using the Mann-Whitney test. Further statistical tests yielded the asymptote value Sig. (2-tailed) < 0.05, indicating significant differences between doses of 0 grams and 1 gram, 1.5 grams, 2 grams, 2.5 grams, and 3 grams; the dose of 1 gram and 2.5 grams and 3 grams; and the dose of 1.5 grams and 2.5 grams and 3 grams. The study concluded that using cassava peel for water treatment effectively reduces iron content. Further research is recommended to achieve iron levels by quality standards by varying the time of the coagulation-flocculation process and conducting a preliminary test to determine the optimal dose variation
The Relationship of Noise Intensity and Hypertension in Communities Living Around Kendal Regency Railways
Railway traffic contributes significantly to noise pollution in urban areas, adversely affecting human health. This study focuses on the impact of train noise on hypertension among residents living near the Kendal Regency railroad tracks. With 105 participants residing within 0–30 meters from the tracks, aged 25–64, the study utilized purposive sampling to select 50 individuals. The average noise intensity measured was 73.1975 dBA, exceeding the permissible limit of 70 dBA. While the mean systolic and diastolic blood pressures indicated pre-hypertension, statistical analysis revealed a significant association between age and hypertension incidence (p = 0.042), with those over 40 facing a 4.5 times higher risk. However, no significant association was found between noise intensity and hypertension incidence (p = 0.292), systolic (p = 0.312), or diastolic blood pressure (p = 0.729). Additionally, factors such as distance from home, length of stay, rest, BMI, water consumption, and physical activity showed no significant association with hypertension incidence (p > 0.05). These findings suggest that while age is crucial in hypertension risk, noise intensity from railway traffic may not be a primary contributing factor. Further research is warranted to explore additional variables impacting hypertension in railway-adjacent communities.Railway traffic contributes significantly to noise pollution in urban areas, adversely affecting human health. This study focuses on the impact of train noise on hypertension among residents living near the Kendal Regency railroad tracks. With 105 participants residing within 0–30 meters from the tracks, aged 25–64, the study utilized purposive sampling to select 50 individuals. The average noise intensity measured was 73.1975 dBA, exceeding the permissible limit of 70 dBA. While the mean systolic and diastolic blood pressures indicated pre-hypertension, statistical analysis revealed a significant association between age and hypertension incidence (p = 0.042), with those over 40 facing a 4.5 times higher risk. However, no significant association was found between noise intensity and hypertension incidence (p = 0.292), systolic (p = 0.312), or diastolic blood pressure (p = 0.729). Additionally, factors such as distance from home, length of stay, rest, BMI, water consumption, and physical activity showed no significant association with hypertension incidence (p > 0.05). These findings suggest that while age is crucial in hypertension risk, noise intensity from railway traffic may not be a primary contributing factor. Further research is warranted to explore additional variables impacting hypertension in railway-adjacent communities
The Vector Entomology Index of Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) was conducted in the Working Area of the Temindung Health Center: Study on the Guerilla Street
Dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF) is an infectious disease caused by the Dengue virus. The virus can be transmitted through Aedes sp. The Aedes mosquito's life cycle undergoes a complete metamorphosis, starting with the egg-larva-pupa-adult mosquito. Larval density can be a contributing factor to a high risk of dengue transmission in the community. This study aimed to determine the entomological index of dengue hemorrhagic fever vectors on Gerilya Street, Sungai Pinang Dalam Village, Samarinda City. The research design used an observational method with a cross-sectional approach. The number of samples is 100. The data were analyzed using the DHF larva population indicator approach, namely the House Index (HI), Container Index (CI), Breteau Index (BI), and Density Figure (DF). The rIt was found that the entomological index on Jalan Gerilya in Kelurahan Pinang Dalam Kota Samarinda had HI values of 50% (DF 7), CI values of 23.3% (DF 6), and BI values of 164% (DF 7). I, CI, and BI values are included in the high-risk transmission category. Immediate control efforts are needed to prevent an increase in dengue transmission.Dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF) is an infectious disease caused by the Dengue virus. The virus can be transmitted through Aedes sp. The Aedes mosquito's life cycle undergoes a complete metamorphosis, starting with the egg-larva-pupa-adult mosquito. Larval density can be a contributing factor to a high risk of dengue transmission in the community. This study aimed to determine the entomological index of dengue hemorrhagic fever vectors on Gerilya Street, Sungai Pinang Dalam Village, Samarinda City. The research design used an observational method with a cross-sectional approach. The number of samples is 100. The data were analyzed using the DHF larva population indicator approach, namely the House Index (HI), Container Index (CI), Breteau Index (BI), and Density Figure (DF). The rIt was found that the entomological index on Jalan Gerilya in Kelurahan Pinang Dalam Kota Samarinda had HI values of 50% (DF 7), CI values of 23.3% (DF 6), and BI values of 164% (DF 7). I, CI, and BI values are included in the high-risk transmission category. Immediate control efforts are needed to prevent an increase in dengue transmission
Hubungan Pengetahuan Ergonomi dan Sikap Kerja dengan Keluhan Low Back Pain pada Petani Desa Triyagan Kabupaten Sukoharjo
One of the risks in the work of farmers is musculoskeletal complaints that are caused by mistakes in work attitude, wrong body position, repetition of movements, and excessive static movement in long duration. Musculoskeletal problems are the second leading cause of global disability. Musculoskeletal disorders that affect 80% of individuals, named Low Back Pain. The purpose of this research is to analyze the relationship between knowledge of ergonomics and work attitudes with Low Back Pain complaints. This research is included in the type of cross-sectional study. Samples in this study amounted to 57 farmers at Triyagan Village. This research uses the technique of total sampling. The research instrument used in this research is a questionnaire to determine knowledge of ergonomics, work attitudes, and complaints of Low Back Pain. The results of data analysis using the Somers test show that there is a significant relationship between knowledge of ergonomics with complaints of LBP of farmers at Triyagan Village (p = 0,000; r = -0,409) and there is a significant relationship between work attitude with LBP complaints of farmers of Triyagan Village (p = 0,001; r = 0,339). The data analysis using multiple ordinal regression tests shows a significant relationship between all independent variables (ergonomics knowledge and work attitude) to the dependent variable (complaints of Low Back Pain). Ergonomics Knowledge (OR = 0,139) has a greater influence than work attitudes (OR = 0,132) against complaints of Low Back Pain of farmers at Triyagan Village. There is a significant relationship between knowledge.Salah satu risiko pada pekerjaan petani yaitu keluhan muskuloskeletal yang diakibatkan oleh kesalahan sikap kerja, posisi tubuh, repetisi gerakan, serta gerakan statis yang berdurasi lama. Masalah muskuloskeletal merupakan penyebab tertinggi kedua dalam hal kecacatan global. Gangguan muskuloskeletal yang mempengaruhi 80% individu yaitu Low Back Pain. Tujuan penelitian ini yaitu untuk menganalisis hubungan pengetahuan ergonomi dan sikap kerja dengan keluhan Low Back Pain. Penelitian ini termasuk dalam jenis penelitian cross sectional study. Sampel dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 57 orang petani di Desa Triyagan. Penelitian ini menggunakan teknik total sampling. Instrumen penelitian yang digunakan berupa kuesioner untuk mengetahui pengetahuan ergonomi, sikap kerja, serta keluhan Low Back Pain. Hasil analisis data menggunakan uji Somers’d menunjukkan bahwa terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara pengetahuan ergonomi dengan keluhan Low Back Pain pada petani Desa Triyagan (p = 0,000; r = -0,409) serta terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara sikap kerja dengan keluhan Low Back Pain pada petani Desa Triyagan (p = 0,001; r = -0,339). Hasil analisis data menggunakan uji regresi ordinal berganda menunjukkan terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara seluruh variabel bebas (pengetahuan ergonomi dan sikap kerja) terhadap variabel terikat (keluhan Low Back Pain). Pengetahuan ergonomi (OR = 0,139) memiliki pengaruh yang lebih besar dibandingkan dengan sikap kerja (OR = 0,132) terhadap keluhan Low Back Pain pada petani Desa Triyagan. Terdapat hubungan antara pengetahuan ergonomi dan sikap kerja dengan keluhan Low Back Pain pada petani Desa Triyagan
The Relationship of Physical Quality of The House with The Comfort Level of Occupants Of The House In Dense Area
Socially, housing is a fundamental necessity for every individual. As the population in Keraton Subdistrict, Martapura District, continues to grow, the layout and environmental conditions of settlements, characterized by closely arranged buildings, impact the comfort of residents. Habitable living spaces must fulfill health and comfort criteria, influenced by lighting, temperature, and humidity. This research aims to explore the relationship between these factors and residents' comfort levels in densely populated areas. Conducted as an analytical cross-sectional study, the research involved 96 households selected through purposive sampling. Data collection relied on a questionnaire assessing residents' comfort levels, with statistical analysis employing the Sommers’s correlation test. Findings revealed an average lighting intensity of 58.38 Lux, an average temperature of 28.3 °C, and an average humidity of 72% among respondents. Approximately 48 individuals (50%) reported being comfortable living in dense residential areas. Statistical analysis indicated a significant relationship between lighting and residents' comfort levels, while no significant correlation was found between temperature and comfort. However, humidity showed a notable association with residents' comfort. Recommendations for the public include enhancing indoor lighting, regulating temperature, and optimizing humidity levels through daily ventilation through window openings. This approach facilitates better airflow, thereby improving the overall comfort of household occupants. Further research could delve into additional factors influencing residents' comfort and explore alternative strategies to enhance living conditions in densely populated areas. Ultimately, this study underscores the importance of considering environmental factors in urban planning to ensure residents' well-being and comfort.Socially, housing is a fundamental necessity for every individual. As the population in Keraton Subdistrict, Martapura District, continues to grow, the layout and environmental conditions of settlements, characterized by closely arranged buildings, impact the comfort of residents. Habitable living spaces must fulfill health and comfort criteria, influenced by lighting, temperature, and humidity. This research aims to explore the relationship between these factors and residents' comfort levels in densely populated areas. Conducted as an analytical cross-sectional study, the research involved 96 households selected through purposive sampling. Data collection relied on a questionnaire assessing residents' comfort levels, with statistical analysis employing the Sommers’s correlation test. Findings revealed an average lighting intensity of 58.38 Lux, an average temperature of 28.3 °C, and an average humidity of 72% among respondents. Approximately 48 individuals (50%) reported being comfortable living in dense residential areas. Statistical analysis indicated a significant relationship between lighting and residents' comfort levels, while no significant correlation was found between temperature and comfort. However, humidity showed a notable association with residents' comfort. Recommendations for the public include enhancing indoor lighting, regulating temperature, and optimizing humidity levels through daily ventilation through window openings. This approach facilitates better airflow, thereby improving the overall comfort of household occupants. Further research could delve into additional factors influencing residents' comfort and explore alternative strategies to enhance living conditions in densely populated areas. Ultimately, this study underscores the importance of considering environmental factors in urban planning to ensure residents' well-being and comfort
Effect of Silica Sand Filter Media Size Variation Towards Turbiding Reduction of Clean Water in PT. XYZ
Turbidity is a condition in which the water contains many suspended particles of material that can cause health problems such as itchy skin, red and itchy eyes, and digestive disorders. Based on the initial inspection results, the turbidity value exceeds quality standard Permenkes No. 32/2017, which is 45.2 NTU. The high turbidity value causes the turbid water to need special treatment, one of which is by filtration with silica sand slices as filter media. This study is experimental research using a pre-posttest without a control design. This research aims to determine the effect of turbidity reduction on the variation of silica sand filter media (5–6 mesh), 7–10 mesh, and 11–18 mesh with a height of 60 cm. The population of this research is clean water at PT. XYZ, with as many as 36 samples used in this research. The results of effective and efficient turbidity reduction are on silica sand media measuring 5–6 mesh, with an average percentage of turbidity reduction of 80.49%. The conclusion of this study is the effect of silica sand filter media size variation on turbidity drop of clean water in PT. XYZ. It is recommended for the industry to apply clean water treatment with the filtration method using 5–6 mesh silica sand media, and further researchers are expected to conduct a test regarding the lifetime of the silica sand media that will be used.Turbidity is a condition in which the water contains many suspended particles of material that can cause health problems such as itchy skin, red and itchy eyes, and digestive disorders. Based on the initial inspection results, the turbidity value exceeds quality standard Permenkes No. 32/2017, which is 45.2 NTU. The high turbidity value causes the turbid water to need special treatment, one of which is by filtration with silica sand slices as filter media. This study is experimental research using a pre-posttest without a control design. This research aims to determine the effect of turbidity reduction on the variation of silica sand filter media (5–6 mesh), 7–10 mesh, and 11–18 mesh with a height of 60 cm. The population of this research is clean water at PT. XYZ, with as many as 36 samples used in this research. The results of effective and efficient turbidity reduction are on silica sand media measuring 5–6 mesh, with an average percentage of turbidity reduction of 80.49%. The conclusion of this study is the effect of silica sand filter media size variation on turbidity drop of clean water in PT. XYZ. It is recommended for the industry to apply clean water treatment with the filtration method using 5–6 mesh silica sand media, and further researchers are expected to conduct a test regarding the lifetime of the silica sand media that will be used
Factors Related to Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) in Bontang Kuala Sub- district, North Bontang District
Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever is one of the leading public health problems in Indonesia. The number of DHF pain in Bontang Kuala Sub-district has increased over the past three years, namely 5 cases in 2019, 19 cases in 2020, and 33 cases in 2021. This study aims to determine several factors related to dengue disease in Bontang Kuala Sub-district, North Bontang District. This type of research used a cross-sectional study design. The population in this study was 1,791 households and a sample of 91 respondents. Samples were taken using the proportional random sampling method. The data analysis technique used a chi-square test with a degree of meaningfulness (p = 0.05). The results of this study showed that 68.1% of respondents had poor used goods management with (p = 0.000), 65.9% had good waste disposal facilities with (p = 0.164), 64.8% had a habit of hanging clothes less well with (p = 0.001) and 72.5% had a habit of using anti- mosquito lotion less well with (p = 0.002). This research advises people to make more frequent efforts to eradicate mosquito nests (PSN) coupled with avoiding the habit of hanging clothes and using mosquito-repellent lotions so that the transmission of DHF disease can be reduced.Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever is one of the leading public health problems in Indonesia. The number of DHF pain in Bontang Kuala Sub-district has increased over the past three years, namely 5 cases in 2019, 19 cases in 2020, and 33 cases in 2021. This study aims to determine several factors related to dengue disease in Bontang Kuala Sub-district, North Bontang District. This type of research used a cross-sectional study design. The population in this study was 1,791 households and a sample of 91 respondents. Samples were taken using the proportional random sampling method. The data analysis technique used a chi-square test with a degree of meaningfulness (p = 0.05). The results of this study showed that 68.1% of respondents had poor used goods management with (p = 0.000), 65.9% had good waste disposal facilities with (p = 0.164), 64.8% had a habit of hanging clothes less well with (p = 0.001) and 72.5% had a habit of using anti- mosquito lotion less well with (p = 0.002). This research advises people to make more frequent efforts to eradicate mosquito nests (PSN) coupled with avoiding the habit of hanging clothes and using mosquito-repellent lotions so that the transmission of DHF disease can be reduced
Study of Contamination Control in The Pharmaceutical Industry: Ethylene Glycol and Diethylene Glycol
Contamination cases in health products are on the rise, mainly due to ethylene glycol and diethylene glycol contaminants, which contribute to the high number of child deaths. Contamination caused by toxic compounds should be controlled and minimized to ensure public safety and security. Therefore, contamination control needs further review. This paper aims to discuss HACCP and GMP procedures for controlling and minimizing contaminants in the pharmaceutical industry, as well as policies and coordination between actors to prevent the recurrence of cases of ethylene glycol and diethylene glycol contamination. The research used the literature study method, with hazing's publication or perish as a search tool. The results of this paper show that in the application of HACCP, there are several critical control points, namely the manufacture of drugs, the removal of materials, screening of raw materials, dry mixing, mixing, and packaging. GMP implements controls on sanitation and hygiene, equipment, self-inspection and supplier approval audits, personnel, training, personal hygiene, and locations and buildings. In order to prevent the recurrence of contamination cases, it is necessary to apply policies related to suppliers of raw materials, raw materials, and the application of GMP. Coordination between actors at the country and company scales is necessary to prevent the recurrence of ethylene glycol and diethylene glycol contamination cases.Contamination cases in health products are on the rise, mainly due to ethylene glycol and diethylene glycol contaminants, which contribute to the high number of child deaths. Contamination caused by toxic compounds should be controlled and minimized to ensure public safety and security. Therefore, contamination control needs further review. This paper aims to discuss HACCP and GMP procedures for controlling and minimizing contaminants in the pharmaceutical industry, as well as policies and coordination between actors to prevent the recurrence of cases of ethylene glycol and diethylene glycol contamination. The research used the literature study method, with hazing's publication or perish as a search tool. The results of this paper show that in the application of HACCP, there are several critical control points, namely the manufacture of drugs, the removal of materials, screening of raw materials, dry mixing, mixing, and packaging. GMP implements controls on sanitation and hygiene, equipment, self-inspection and supplier approval audits, personnel, training, personal hygiene, and locations and buildings. In order to prevent the recurrence of contamination cases, it is necessary to apply policies related to suppliers of raw materials, raw materials, and the application of GMP. Coordination between actors at the country and company scales is necessary to prevent the recurrence of ethylene glycol and diethylene glycol contamination cases
Analysis of factors related to respiratory disorders complaints of scavengers At Klotok Landfill Kediri City
Klotok landfill is a place where the waste is collected by the community every day. Klotok landfill was also used as a source of livelihood for scavengers. Scavengers working in landfills are prone to respiratory problems due to dust and pollutant gases produced through the waste decomposition process. The purpose of this study was to analyze the factors that have a relationship with scavengers' respiratory complaints at the Klotok landfill. This study used an analytic observational research design with a cross-sectional approach. The research was conducted on 43 scavengers with the total sampling technique used. Data was collected through interviews using questionnaires and observation in the TPA environment. The results showed that 67.4% of scavengers at the Klotok TPA experienced respiratory disorder complaints. The study also revealed a relationship between the use of masks (p=0.003), years of service (p=0.027) and age (p=0.002) with scavengers' complaints of respiratory disorders. And there was no relationship between smoking habits (p=0.826), working hours (p=0.191), and gender (p=1.000) with scavengers' complaints of respiratory disorders.Klotok landfill is a place where the waste is collected by the community every day. Klotok landfill was also used as a source of livelihood for scavengers. Scavengers working in landfills are prone to respiratory problems due to dust and pollutant gases produced through the waste decomposition process. The purpose of this study was to analyze the factors that have a relationship with scavengers' respiratory complaints at the Klotok landfill. This study used an analytic observational research design with a cross-sectional approach. The research was conducted on 43 scavengers with the total sampling technique used. Data was collected through interviews using questionnaires and observation in the TPA environment. The results showed that 67.4% of scavengers at the Klotok TPA experienced respiratory disorder complaints. The study also revealed a relationship between the use of masks (p=0.003), years of service (p=0.027) and age (p=0.002) with scavengers' complaints of respiratory disorders. And there was no relationship between smoking habits (p=0.826), working hours (p=0.191), and gender (p=1.000) with scavengers' complaints of respiratory disorders
Green Road Vegetation CO2 Sequestration Potential on Transportation Co2 Emissions
Transportation is one of the anthropogenic activities that emit CO2. Its existence is essential for human mobilization, which causes the need for mitigation and solutions that can support the continuity of activities while minimizing the impact of emissions. In this case, the green belt of Jalan Jagir Wonokromo contains a mixture of road protection and CO2-absorbing vegetation that can reduce emissions. For this reason, a study was conducted to determine the CO2 absorption potential of green belt vegetation to provide information and a reference for optimizing green open space. The research was conducted using a quantitative descriptive method, which included measuring road ambient CO2 concentrations, calculating vehicle volume, measuring breast height diameter as a biomass component, and researching correcting CO2 absorption by vegetation. According to the research results, the average ambient concentration of CO2 on roads is 785 mg/m3. The transport CO2 concentration was calculated using a Tier II approach and yielded a value of 186.87 kg/hour, contributing 79% to the ambient CO2 concentration.Furthermore, a box model is used to analyze the concentration of CO2 that will be absorbed by vegetation, resulting in 103.47 tons per year. Meanwhile, the ability to absorb CO2 from vegetation is 152.74 tons/year after being corrected by a pilot-scale study that considers vegetation's age and physiological factors. All emissions on Jalan Jagir Wonokromo can still be absorbed by vegetation, but optimization needs to be done in the form of intensification, extensification, and mitigation.Transportation is one of the anthropogenic activities that emit CO2. Its existence is essential for human mobilization, which causes the need for mitigation and solutions that can support the continuity of activities while minimizing the impact of emissions. In this case, the green belt of Jalan Jagir Wonokromo contains a mixture of road protection and CO2-absorbing vegetation that can reduce emissions. For this reason, a study was conducted to determine the CO2 absorption potential of green belt vegetation to provide information and a reference for optimizing green open space. The research was conducted using a quantitative descriptive method, which included measuring road ambient CO2 concentrations, calculating vehicle volume, measuring breast height diameter as a biomass component, and researching correcting CO2 absorption by vegetation. According to the research results, the average ambient concentration of CO2 on roads is 785 mg/m3. The transport CO2 concentration was calculated using a Tier II approach and yielded a value of 186.87 kg/hour, contributing 79% to the ambient CO2 concentration.Furthermore, a box model is used to analyze the concentration of CO2 that will be absorbed by vegetation, resulting in 103.47 tons per year. Meanwhile, the ability to absorb CO2 from vegetation is 152.74 tons/year after being corrected by a pilot-scale study that considers vegetation's age and physiological factors. All emissions on Jalan Jagir Wonokromo can still be absorbed by vegetation, but optimization needs to be done in the form of intensification, extensification, and mitigation