bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Performance and Emissions Characteristics of a Direct Injection C.I Engine Fuelled with Waste Plastic Oil and Diesel Concoction
Authors: Ravi S. , Karthikeyan A.
Published: August 2021

The oils extracted from the waste plastic can be an admirable alternate for the compression ignition engines nevertheless they capitulate upper smoke emissions along with deprived performance when compared with diesel. The extraction of waste plastic oil (WPO) is attained through pyrolysis. The impact of accumulating a constituent hexanol (H), a biologically available biofuel is assessed. Three ternary mixtures, DE50-WPO40-H10, DE50-WPO30-H20 and DE50-WPO20-H30 has been deliberately primed for utilizing mutually a cast-off element (WPO maximum of 40 percent) along with a non-conventional part (hexanol maximum of 30 percent). The performance characteristics and emission factors of C.I engine fuelled with the above mix were assessed. The output specifies that hexanol inclusion makes significant reduction in smoke emission in addition to privileged HC emission in contrast to diesel. Inclusion of 10 percent hexanol in volume with WPO and diesel mixture retards the NOx emission considerably whilst match up to WPO as well as diesel individually. In spite of this, NOx emission is superior than the subsequent WPO with increased degree of hexanol converges. Brake thermal efficiency of the engine increases by way of escalating the hexanol portion in the blend while comparing with WPO. The fuel spending of concoction has been established to be reduced while compared to WPO. DE50-WPO40-H10 concoction showed a reduced amount of NOx as well as smoke emission.
Design and Analysis of Foldable Vehicle using Finite Element Simulation
Authors: Deulgaonkar Vikas Radhakrishna , Belsare S.N. , Shreyas Naik , Pratik Dixit , Pranav Kulkarni , Mansing Pagire
Published: August 2021

Present work deals with evaluation of stress, deflection and dynamic properties of the folded vehicle structure. The folded vehicle in present case is a single seat vehicle intended to carry one person. Design constraints are the folded dimensions of the vehicle and the maximum vehicle speed is limited to 15m/s. Using classical calculations dimensions of the vehicle are devised. Different materials are used for seat, telescopic support and chassis of the foldable vehicle. computer aided model is prepared using CATIA software. Finite element analysis of the foldable vehicle has been carried out to evaluate the static and dynamic stresses induced in the vehicle components. Meshing of the foldable vehicle is carried using Ansys Workbench. From modal analysis six mode shapes of the foldable vehicle are formulated, corresponding frequencies and deflections are devised. Mesh generator is used to mesh the foldable vehicle. The deflection and frequency magnitudes of foldable vehicle evaluated are in good agreement with the experimental results available in literature for similar materials.
Community pharmacists’ management of self-limiting infections: a simulation study in Akwa Ibom State, South-South Nigeria
Authors: Mary Akpan Richard , Imo Udoh Emmanuel , Emediong Akpan Samuel , Cynthia Ozuluoha Chioma
Published: August 2021

Background: Inappropriate use of antibiotics, especially for treatment of self-limiting infections remains one of the major drivers of antibiotic resistance (ABR). Community pharmacists can contribute to reducing ABR by ensuring antibiotics are dispensed only when necessary.

Objective: To assess community pharmacists’ management of self-limiting infections.

Methods: A purposive sample of 75 pharmacies participated in the study. Each pharmacy was visited by an investigator and a trained simulated patient who mimicked symptoms of common cold and acute diarrhoea, respectively. Interactions between the simulated patient and pharmacist were recorded by the investigator in a data collection form after each visit. Descriptive statistical analysis was carried out. Ethics approval was obtained from the state Ministry of Health Research Ethics Committee.

Results: For common cold, 68% (51/75) of pharmacists recommended an antibiotic. Azithromycin, amoxicillin/clavulanic acid, and sulphamethoxazole/trimethoprim (43%, 24%, 20%, respectively) were the most frequently dispensed agents. For acute diarrhoea, 72% (54/75) of pharmacists dispensed one antibiotic, while 15% dispensed more than one antibiotic. The most frequently dispensed agent was metronidazole (82%), which was dispensed in addition to amoxicillin or tetracycline among pharmacists who dispensed more than one agent. In both infection scenarios, advice on dispensed antibiotics was ofered in 73% and 87% of the interactions, respectively.

Conclusion: This study shows high rate of inappropriate antibiotics dispensing among community pharmacists. There is need for improved awareness of antibiotic resistance through continuing education and training of community pharmacists. Furthermore, the inclusion of antibiotic resistance and stewardship in undergraduate pharmacy curriculum is needed.

Keywords: Antibiotics; pharmacists; common cold; acute diarrhoea; community pharmacy; patient simulation.
Prevalence and density of malaria parasitaemia amongst HIV Individuals in Warri, Nigeria
Authors: Daniel Jemikalajah Johnson , Oliseloke  Anie Clement , Oghenemaro  Enwa Felix
Published: August 2021

Background: Malaria parasite has been observed to be a common infection in Human Immunodeficiency virus (HIV), an increase malaria infection in adults.

Objective: This experimental study is sets to determine the prevalence and density of malaria parasitaemia in Warri com- munity, South-Southern Nigeria.

Methods and Results: A total of 600 participants were screened for Human immunodeficiency virus and malaria parasite using WHO systems two and Geimsa staining technique for thick and thin blood films and absolute parasite counts done respectively. The prevalence rate of 38% and 39% were obtained for malaria parasite infection among HIVSP and HIV/ span>SN respectively. The difference in malaria parasite infection was not statistically significant (P>0.05) between HIVSP and HIVSN. However, the mean parasite density in HIVSP was significant (P<0.05) when compared with HIVSN. The mean parasite densities of 2384 ± 747 and 1883 ± 645 were recorded for HIVSP and HIVSN respectively. The mean par- asite densities of 2385 ± 782 and 2383 ± 717 observed for males and females respectively showed no statistical significant difference (P<0.05).

Conclusion: This study has shown a high prevalence of malaria parasite among the HIV infected subjects.

Keywords: Density; Malaria; HIV; prevalence; Nigeria.
Relationship between disease severity and folate status of children with sickle cell anaemia in Enugu, South East Nigeria
Authors: C Nnajekwu Uchenna , O Nnajekwu Chukwubike , O Onukwuli Vivian , A Uwaezuoke Ndubuisi , U Ezenwosu Osita , N Ikefuna Anthony , J Emodi Ifeoma
Published: August 2021

Background: Repeated crises in children with sickle cell anaemia (SCA), which is a manifestation of disease severity, results in depletion of their minimal tissue folate stores, with higher likelihood of folate deficiency. The study aimed to determine the relationship between disease severity and the folate status of children with SCA attending University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH), Enugu.

Methods: This was a hospital based, cross-sectional study conducted between September 2018 and March 2019. One hundred participants were recruited, consisting of 50 children having sickle cell crisis and 50 age and gender matched hae- moglobin AA genotype controls. Relevant information was documented using a pretested questionnaire. Sickle cell severity score was determined using frequency of crisis, admissions and transfusions in the preceding one year, degree of liver and splenic enlargement, life-time cummulative frequency of specific complications of SCA, leucocyte count and haematocrit.

Results: Folate deficiency was observed in eight percent of the subjects and none of the controls. The difference was not significant (Fisher’s exact = 4.167, p=0.117). The odds of being folate deficient was 8.5 times more likely during anaemic crisis than in vaso-occlusive crisis, though not significant (95% C.I 0.05 – 89.750, p = 0.075). The mean SCA severity score was 8.06 ± 3.64, signifying a moderate SCA severity in the study population. There was a no relationship between folate status and severity of SCA (Fisher’s exact = 0.054, p = 0.949)

Conclusion: Folate status in children with SCA is not affected by their disease severity. Therefore, there may be no need for additional folate supplementation with increasing severity of sickle cell anaemia.

Keywords: Sickle cell anaemia; disease severity; folate status; children; Enugu.
Prevalence and correlates of substance use among undergraduates in a developing country
Authors: Mirian Aguocha Chinyere , Nwefoh Emeka
Published: August 2021

Background: Psychoactive substance use is a major global public health issue. Use of psychoactive substances has been associated with negative consequences among students.

Objective: The study assessed the prevalence and socio-demographic correlates of psychoactive substance use among un- dergraduate students in a Nigerian university.

Materials and Methods: This was a cross-sectional descriptive study of 763 undergraduate students of Imo State Uni- versity, Owerri, Nigeria, recruited using multi-stage sampling technique. Data on the socio-demographic characteristics and pattern of psychoactive substance use were collected using a structured questionnaire.

Results: The lifetime rate of psychoactive substance use was 84.5%. Alcohol had the highest rate of lifetime (82.5%) and 12-month (61.1%) use. There was a similar rate of lifetime use of psychoactive substances among males (86.1%) and females (83.4%). Age (p<0.05) and place of residence (p<0.05) were significantly associated with lifetime psychoactive substance use. Catholics (OR:1.43; 1.03 – 1.99), whose friend (OR:1.94; 1.39 – 2.71), roommate (OR:3.06; (1.62 – 5.78) or broth- er (OR:1.22; 0.77 – 1.93) uses psychoactive substances were significantly more likely to have used substances in the past 12-months.

Conclusion: There is a high rate of psychoactive substance use among the students. Age, religion, place of residence, family and peer use of substances are important determinants of psychoactive substance use.

Keywords: Substance use; undergraduates; Nigeria.
Bacterial vaginosis, the leading cause of genital discharge among women presenting with vaginal infection in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Authors: V Majigo Mtebe , Kashindye Paschal , Mtulo Zachariah , Joachim Agricola
Published: August 2021

Background: Pathological vaginal discharge is a common complaint of women in reproductive age worldwide caused by various agents. The prevalence and etiologic agents vary depending on the population studied. Management of vaginal discharge in low-income countries, typically depend on the syndromic approach, which limits understanding the specific causative agents. We determined the proportion of bacterial vaginosis, candidiasis, and trichomoniasis among women with vaginal discharge at a regional referral hospital in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study between June and August of 2017 among nonpregnant women at Amana Regional Referral Hospital. Experienced staff performed physical examination to establish a clinical diagnosis, and collection of the high vaginal swab for microscopic examination. Descriptive statistics were performed to assess the characteristics of study participants and the proportion of vaginal infections.

Results: A total of 196 samples were collected, of all, 128 (65.3%) had either bacterial vaginosis, candidiasis, or trichomo- niasis. Bacterial vaginosis was the leading infection at 33.2%, followed by candidiasis (19.4%) and trichomoniasis (13.3%). Laboratory confirmed vaginal infection were generally found more in age below 25, unmarried, and those employed or petty business.

Conclusion: The proportion of bacterial vaginosis in women with vaginal discharge was relatively higher than others, and the presence of vaginal infection relate to socio-demographic characteristics. Further advanced studies are needed to understand the potential role of aetiologic agents in causing vaginal infections.

Keywords: Bacterial vaginosis; vaginal discharge; genital infection.
Exploring unsafe sexual practices among truck drivers at Meerut District, India: a cross-sectional study
Authors: Pundhir Ashish , Shukla Arvind , Dhanesh Goel Akhil , Pundhir Pooja , Kumar Gupta Manoj , Parashar Pawan , Mohan Varshney Amit
Published: August 2021

Background: Despite implementation of HIV prevention programmes for truck drivers in India, unsafe sex behavior among truck drivers has been documented. Objective: The objective of this study was to assess knowledge about HIV Transmission and modes of prevention, pattern of condom use with high risk partners and explore the practice of unsafe sex and its risk factors among truck drivers. Methods: This exploratory cross-sectional study design was conducted on a recruited convenient sample of 100 truck drivers above 18 years from March to May 2015. Binary logistic regression was used to compute unadjusted odds ratio [95% Confidence Interval] for establishing association of risk factors with unsafe sex. Results: Overall, only 7% had complete knowledge about HIV/AIDS transmission and prevention. 54% of truck drivers have sex with a high risk partner (commercial sexual worker or men having sex with men) and thirty-eight percent reported unsafe sexual practices due to inconsistent condom use with them. The various risk factors found significantly associated with unsafe sex were mean age of first intercourse (OR= 0.92, 95% CI: 0.75 – 0.97), access to pornography (OR = 4.4, 95% CI: 1.8 – 10.7) and conuming psychoactive substance before sex (OR = 4.06, 95% CI: 1.09 – 15.02). Conclusion: Socio-demographic, occupational factors, pornography access and consuming psychoactive substances seems to influence the sexual behaviour of truckers.

Keywords: Unsafe sex; truck drivers; psychoactive substance; HIV; AIDS.
Editorial : Plagiarism
Authors: Yagnik Vipul D.
Published: August 2021

No Abstract.
Letter to Editor: Fatal outcome of intravenous injection of benzathine penicillin G in a neonate – A case report
Authors: Gungadin Sudesh K. , Gungadin Poonam
Published: August 2021

No Abstract.
Editorial: An overview of gamblers anonymous
Authors: Shaji Alka , George Sanju , Rathakrishnan Balan , Amanullah Shabbir
Published: August 2021

No Abstract.
Herpes encephalitis in an elderly immunocompetent lady – A case report
Authors: George Koruth P. , Jacob Geena , Pai Santhichandra , John Salini Baby
Published: August 2021

Herpes zoster encephalitis is a rare complication of varicella zoster virus infection. As its clinical presentation is usually non-specific, it often goes unrecognized. Advent of polymerase chain reaction test for detecting viral particles in the cerebrospinal fluid has enabled rapid and accurate diagnosis.
Effects of seasonal variation and locations on microbial load in sediment and water of a polluted ecosystem
Authors: Okereke A.N. , Ike-Obasi J.C.
Published: August 2021

Seasonal effects on microbial load of sediment and water at different locations along Bonny Estuary of Niger Delta was investigated for a period of 12 months. All analyses followed standard procedure. Results revealed that total fungi counts in sediment and water at different locations were not significantly different (p > 0.05) at both wet and dry seasons while hydrocarbon utilizing fungi showed significant differences (p < 0.05) at both seasons in both sediment and water samples. During the wet season, total faecal counts ranged from 5.0 to 10.0 x 105 CFU/g for sediment and 4.0 to 7.0x 105 CFU/g in water. In dry season, the concentration of hydrocarbon utilizing bacteria in the sediment ranged between 0.1 x 105 CFU/ml/g and 8.0 x 105 CFU/ml/g in wet season while in dry season, the concentration in water ranged between 0.1 x 105 CFU/ml/g and 6.0 x 105 CFU/ml/g at Abuloma. At Okwujagu, total heterotrophic bacteria counts in sediment ranged  from 0.1 to 8.0 x 105 CFU/g in dry season. This was higher than the range 0.1 to 6.8.0 x 105 CFU/ recorded in Abuloma, Okwujagu and Slaughter at dry season. The highest vibrio counts in water (11.0 x 105 CFU/ml) for wet and (10.0 x 105 CFU/ml) for dry seasons were recorded at Slaughter. In Oginiba, the feacal count recorded 3.0 x 105 CFU/ml in water during the wet season and 2.0 x 105 CFU/ml for dry season. Generally, there were significant differences (p < 0.05) in the bacterial concentrations in both sediment and water. This showed that different seasons favour the growth of certain microbial types.
Specialized trace elements and volatile fatty acids interactions for enhanced methane production and biomethanization process stability during high organic loading rate
Authors: Ezebuiro N.C. , Körner I.
Published: August 2021

Volatile fatty acids (VFAs) and trace elements (TEs) interactions (VFAs*TEs) during biomethanization have effects that could be exploited to enhance anaerobic digestion (AD) of biomass. The goal of this study was to validate biocatalytic effects of specialized VFAs*TEs identified from a batch-derived Optimum TEs Configuration (or simply ‘Optimum’) on high organic loading rate (OLR) involving mixed fruit residue (MFR) fed in semi-continuous AD operation. The specialized VFAs*TEs were formulated as Variants of the Optimum and included Optimum –Cobalt (Co) for specialized VFAs*Co effects, and Optimum +Selenium (Se) for specialized VFAs*Se effects. Four duplicate AD reactors were treated with formulations reflecting the Optimum and the Variants. Each duplicate reactor was semi-continuously fed with MFR at varying OLR until instability occurred. Methane production, total volatile organic acidity (FOS) / total alkalinity (TAC) and VFAs fingerprints were measured as main responses. The results showed that reactors of the Optimum and its Variants were unstable at OLR of 8g oDM/L/d, but stability was restored in the Optimum –Co (FOS/TAC values of 0.6 compared to 1.51 and 1.67 for Optimum and Optimum +Se respectively). The average specific CH4 production (Nml/g oDM) of the Optimum and its Variants were Control: 431±36; Optimum: 553±16; Optimum –Co: 580±12; and Optimum +Se: 545±13. Optimum –Co also had the lowest acetic acid and butyric acid accumulation, but had higher propionic acid concentration (0.7 g/L) compared to the Optimum (0.3 g/L) and Optimum +Se (0.4 g/L).
Assessment of Genetic Diversity in Bambara Groundnut (Vigna subterranea) Landraces Based on Seed Storage Proteins Electrophoretic Pattern
Authors: Saminu N.M. , Kurfi B.G. , Muhammad Y.Y.
Published: August 2021

Bambara groundnut (Vigna subterranea) is a leguminous crop that is considered underutilized and has previously received little research attention. Variability in a number of physiological factors, including germination rate, widely affects its production. Seed storage protein, its fractions and protein profile of six Bambara groundnut local landraces were studied to assess their genetic relatedness. Total seed storage protein and its fractions were estimated by Bradford’s method. SDS-PAGE analysis was used to evaluate storage protein profile. The results showed significant differences (p<0.05) in protein contents among the landraces. The major seed storage proteins were found to be globulins (0.048 to 0.088mg/mL ), albumins (0.023 to 0.038mg/mL ), glutelins (0.007 to 0.013mg/mL ) and prolamins (0.002 to 0.004mg/mL ). Five peptide bands were detected with molecular weights corresponding to 97.4 kDa, 45 kDa, 29 kDa, 20.1 kDa and 18 kDa, respectively. Three peptide bands corresponding to 97.4 kDa, 45 kDa and 18 kDa were detected in all the landraces and two peptide bands between 29 kDa and 20.1 kDa were detected in five landraces. Dendrogram generated by UPGMA grouped the six landraces into one major cluster with two sub-clusters. The observed diversity in storage protein pattern of the landraces indicated their potential as materials for crop improvement.
Isolation Of Mycotoxi genic Fungi And Quantification Of Aflatoxins From Bean Flours Sold In Abeokuta Nigeria
Authors: Badmos A.O. , Olonode S. , Oni E.O. , Adeleye T.M.
Published: August 2021

The recent increase in consumers’ preference for commercially sold bean flour necessitated the need to determine associated mycoflora and quantify the toxin production by the isolates, since several fungal genera have been associated with bean grains. Four fungal genera were isolated from fifteen beans flour samples sourced from various markets in Abeokuta by serial dilutions and pour plates methods on Potato Dextrose Agar (PDA) plates. Distinct colonies were transferred to Methyl Red Dessicated Coconut Agar (MRDCA) plates to identify toxin- producing isolates and High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) was used for aflatoxin quantification from the bean flour samples. The isolated fungal genera were, Aspergillus (60%), Fusarium (10%), Rhizopus (15%) and Mucor (5%). Nine of the fifteen samples were found positive for aflatoxigenic organisms and also produced aflatoxins that ranged from 0.006 to 0.151 ng/kg. The presence of toxin- producing organisms in the bean flour which is above the acceptable standard is a red flag that must be addressed vigorously if public health is a priority.
Kriteria Guru Sekolah Minggu sebagai Gembala Anak Berdasarkan Yehezkiel 34:11-16
Authors: Jessica Jessica , Hermanto Yanto Paulus , Tedjo Tony
Published: August 2021

Sunday School ministry plays a pivotal role in introducing Jesus Christ as a Saviour to the children. As a children's pastor, Sunday School's teacher must have specific criteria to make the ministry grow even better. This research method is qualitative, followed by the descriptive analysis along with literature review toward the text in Ezekiel 34:11-16 "God, the True Shepherd (NKJV)." The study obtains three manners of God as a shepherd: God is gathering the scattered sheep, giving comforts to the sheep, and giving a proper rescue for each sheep. Leaning on those manners will lead the children's ministry in the church.AbstrakPelayanan Sekolah Minggu dinilai penting untuk memperkenalkan Yesus Kristus sebagai Juruselamat kepada anak-anak. Guru Sekolah Minggu sebagai gembala anak harus memiliki kriteria tertentu agar pelayanan anak di dalam gereja dapat bertumbuh. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif dengan analisis deskriptif dengan studi pustaka terhadap teks Yehezkiel 34:11-16 “Allah sebagai Gembala Israel yang Baik (TB).” Hasil penelitian menemukan tiga sikap Allah sebagai gembala yang menjadi kriteria bagi gembala anak yaitu Allah mengumpulkan domba yang terpencar, Allah memberikan kenyamanan bagi domba, dan Allah memberikan pertolongan yang tepat bagi setiap domba. Dengan dasar tersebut maka dapat mendukung pelayanan penggembalaan anak di dalam gereja.
Determining Impacts of NDC Enhancement on Country-Level Emissions
Authors: Fransen Taryn , Ge Mengpin , Huang Tina
Published: August 2021

This technical note describes a method for determining whether and to what extent Parties to the Paris Agreement have enhanced their nationally determined contributions (NDCs) with respect to greenhouse gas (GHG) mitigation. We estimate each Party’s target-year GHG emissions under its previous NDC (typically First NDC) and under its subsequent NDC (typically Updated First NDC or Second NDC). On this basis, we determine whether the subsequent NDC reduces emissions relative to the previous NDC and—where possible—by how much. We outline approaches for NDCs with GHG reduction targets and with non-GHG targets and policies.
AGE AND GROWTH OF THE BLUE SHARK PRIONACE GLAUCA
IN THE EASTERN ATLANTIC OCEAN
Authors: Teklekhaimanot Beraki Weldegiorgish , Shibaev Sergey Vadimovich , Gulyugin Sergey Yurievich
Published: August 2021

In this study, 292 blue sharks Prionace glauca (Linnaeus, 1758) (from 151 to 305 cm total length, TL) were collected off western Africa in the eastern central Atlantic Ocean between 1980 and 1982. Vertebral sections of females specimens ranged from 175 to 300 cm and males specimens ranged from 166 to 312 cm TL were processed and analyzed for age and growth parameters. Growth band pairs (translucent and opaque bands) were counted on the images photographed from the stained whole vertebrae using digital microscope called Digi Scope II. The band pairs after the birthmark were counted from 3 to 12 for males and from 4 to 13 for females. Growth parameters were derived using the Von Bertalanffy growth function (VBGF) based on FISAT and solver solution Microsoft excel and Ford Wall-Ford. VBGF was that which best fit the data. Parameters derived from the combination of observed and back-calculated lengths, K = 0.1, L_∞ = 386.4 cm and t_0 = −1.35 year for males and K = 0.12 year -1, L_∞= 355 cm and t_0 = –1.02 year for females were considered to best describe growth. The longevity was estimated to be at least 23.7 and 28.3 years for females and males respectively. The natural mortality rate was estimated to be 0.15 year - 1 and 0.18 year -1 for males and females respectively.
Estrategias didácticas virtuales acogidas por el docente universitario en tiempos de COVID-19
Authors: Girón Ovalle Olinda Ninet
Published: August 2021

Este artículo proviene de la investigación que se realizó a raíz del distanciamiento social que provocó la pandemia y con ello el cierre de los establecimientos educativos, situación que indujo a la educación remota de emergencia o virtual, lo cual dio continuidad al proceso de enseñanza aprendizaje. En este sentido, El objetivo de esta investigación fue: Describir las estrategias didácticas virtuales adoptadas por los docentes a raíz del COVID-19 en la Facultad de Ciencias Económicas de la Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala en el año 2020. Se utilizó un enfoque mixto. Para la fase cualitativa se trabajó un diseño descriptivo no experimental transversal, se tomó como muestra aleatoria simple a docentes y estudiantes de la Facultad, quienes participaron mediante la técnica de una encuesta, y para la fase cualitativa se adecuó un diseño fenomenológico, se eligió una muestra no probabilística con participación voluntaria y quedó constituida por doce coordinadores de curso, quienes participaron en la técnica de entrevista estructurada.

El hallazgo de la investigación indicó, que, dentro de la planificación, se centraron en los contenidos planificados y el cumplimiento de éstos. Dentro de las estrategias de enseñanza se tomó en cuenta la participación individual, grupal y colaborativa, se planificó la clase y se desarrollaron los temas en presentaciones virtuales, se apoyaron de herramientas tecnológicas, como plataformas educativas y redes sociales. En conclusión, se dio un traslado de los contenidos, de la modalidad presencial, a la modalidad virtual.
Social Acceptability of the Bioremediation Technology for the Rehabilitation of an Abandoned Mined-Out Area in Mogpog, Marinduque, Philippines
Authors:   School of Environmental Science and Management, University of the Philippines, Los Baños, College, Laguna, Philippines, Alaira Sofia , Padilla Cherry , Alcantara Evangeline , Aggangan Nelly
Published: August 2021

Rehabilitation of mined-out areas poses great challenge because nutrients are depleted and conditions are not conducive for the conditions necessary for the growth and survival of plants. Proper combination of mycorrhizal fungi, nitrogen-fixing bacteria, compost, and lime to support the growth of trees in the poor soil has been discovered by the University of the Philippines Los Baños National Institute of Microbiology and Biotechnology. Having established a protocol using this formulation, a plant survival rate of 95% was achieved in a bioremediation project implemented by the Institute in a mined-out area in Capayang, Mogpog, Marinduque, Philippines. The social acceptance and adoption of this rehabilitation strategy was determined through a survey interview in the study area with the use of questionnaire. Six factors and nine variables were considered in the assessment. The bioremediation technology was acceptable to the community as indicated by the high percentage of respondents who gave an overall positive response (90%) and who were willing to adopt and recommend it for implementation in other mined-out areas (90%). Binary logistic regression showed that income and distance of residence from the rehabilitation site significantly influenced the respondents’ decision to accept the technology. Future bioremediation initiatives should also consider the participation and acceptance of stakeholders to ensure sustainability. Indigenous and endemic planting materials should be used in rehabiliation.
PENYULUHAN KESEHATAN TENTANG POTENSI BAHAYA MEROKOK DAN BAHAN ADITIF MAKANAN PADA KOMUNITAS KELOMPOK KHUSUS LANSIA DI PANTI SOSIAL TRESNA WREDA BUDI LUHUR KABUPATEN BANTUL, DAERAH ISTIMEWA YOGYAKARTA
Authors: Jati Marius Agung Sasmita
Published: August 2021

ABSTRAKTelah dilakukan kegiatan Pengabdian Masyarakat di Panti Sosial Tresna Wreda BudiLuhur. Kegiatan yang dilakukan berada di kawasan Kabupten Bantul, provinsi Daerah IstimewaYogyakarta. Tujuan diadakannya kegiatan ini yaitu meningkatkan pengetahuan lansia tentangpotensi bahaya merokok dan bahan aditif makanan contoh aspartam, borax, formalin  danRhodaminJumlah peserta penyuluhan 42 orang (70 %)  hal ini menunjukkan sebagian besar penghuniBalai atau Panti dari yang direncanakan sejumlah 60 orang, mengikuti penyuluhan tentangPotensi Bahaya Merokok dan Bahan Aditif Makanan. Ada 3 lansia yang aktif (Pak Darmo, PakHardjo dan Bu Fatimah) mengajukan pertanyaan dalam kegiatan penyuluhan kesehatan tentangtentang Potensi Bahaya Merokok dan Bahan Aditif Makanan.Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat berupa penyuluhan kesehatan tentang tentang PotensiBahaya Merokok dan Bahan Aditif Makanan ini dapat disimpulkan mampu meningkatkanpengetahuan lansia potensi Bahaya Merokok dan Bahan Aditif Makanan selama di panti maupundi luar panti Jompo
UPAYA PENCEGAHAN PENYAKIT KECACINGAN DI TK PANTI DEWI TANJUNG KALITIRTO BERBAH SLEMAN
Authors: Subagiyono Subagiyono , Khristiani Eva Runi
Published: August 2021

ABSTRAKInfeksi cacing dapat menyebabkan anak menjadi kurang gizi. Infeksi berat dapat mengganggu pertumbuhan fisik dan perkembangan kognitif pasien. Anak-anak yang telah terinfeksi cacing untuk waktu yang lama akan mengalami penurunan berat badan dan kemampuan belajar dalam proses informasi baru, yang dapat menyebabkan anak-anak mengalami kesulitan mengembangkan pemikiran, sehingga pengetahuan diperlukan agar orang dapat berperilaku bersih dan cara sehat untuk kesehatan yang optimal. The Health Behavior School Children Survey (HBSC) menemukan bahwa ada beberapa faktor yang mempengaruhi kesehatan terkait perilaku sehat yang dipengaruhi oleh keluarga, sosial ekonomi, teman sebaya dan sekolah. Tujuan darikegiatan tersebut adalah perlunya mempelajari pengetahuan dan perilaku orang tua dan pengelola sekolah dalam upaya mencegah penyakit cacing pada anak di TK Panti Dewi Tanjung Kalitirto Berbah Sleman. Konseling dilakukan dengan pendekatan melalui metode Cooperative Ekspositori. Hasil yang diharapkan adalah peningkatan pengetahuan dan perilaku orang tua dan pengelola TK Panti Dewi dalam upaya mencegah kecacingan pada anak.
PARENTING ORANG TUA WALI MURID DI PAUD TERPADU JOGJA CITRA BANGUNTAPAN BANTUL
Authors: Chasanah Siti Uswatun
Published: August 2021

ABSTRAKKasus gizi buruk ini menjadi salah satu masalah prioritas yang ditangani oleh pemerintah. Walaupun dari tahun ke tahun terjadi penurunan angka kejadian gizi buruk tetapi angka kejadiannya masih tinggi jika dibandingkan dengan negara asia lainnya. Oleh karena itu, usahausaha perbaikan gizi masyarakat dinegara ini merupakan salah satu usaha kesehatan yang menonjol melalui Posyandu, yang menjadi bagian dari program pembangunan nasional. Kegiatan pengabdian ini untuk parenting orang tua wali murid menggunakan mini workshop. Orang tua sangat antusias mengikuti kegiatan. Orang tua lebih memahami Epidemiologi Penyakit Tidak Menular pada anak- anak.
Lomba Ular Tangga Gerakan Masyarakat Hidup Sehat Kelompok Tanggap Bocah
Authors: Prasetyawati Naris Dyah , Sudaryanto Sigid
Published: August 2021

Lomba Ular Tangga Gerakan Masyarakat Hidup Sehat Kelompok Tanggap Bocah. Permasalahan perilaku kesehatan pada anak Sekolah Dasar biasanya berkaitan dengan kebersihan perorangan dan lingkungan. Diperlukan kesadaran, kemauan dan kemampuan peserta didik untuk berperilaku sehat dalam upaya meningkatkan kualitas hidup dan harus dimulai sejak kecil dengan membudayakan Germas dan PHBS. Ular Tangga Germas adalah media promosi kesehatan untuk menyampaikan pesan kesehatan dan penerimaan informasi kesehatan yang digunakan ketika melakukan penyuluhan kesehatan di sekolah. Pengabdian kepada masyarakat bertujuan untuk membiasakan siswa Sekolah Dasar dalam kelompok tanggap bocah mengaplikasikan kegiatan yang berhubungan dengan Germas dan PHBS menggunakan Permainan Ular Tangga. Kegiatan berupa lomba permainan Ular Tangga. Kegiatan dilaksanakan di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Sleman. Lomba diikut 10 kelompok perwakilan dari 5 desa yang ada di Kecamatan Sleman. Pemenang I Desa Triharjo, II Desa Pandowoharjo, III Desa Tridadi, Harapan I Desa Trimulyo dan Harapan II Desa Caturharjo. Materi permainan GERMAS yang disampaikan dapat dipahami kader pendamping maupun anakanak. Permainan GERMAS membuat anak-anak lebih mengenal satu dengan lainnya.
Implementasi Tim Gugus Tugas Percepatan Penanganan Covid-19 Pedukuhan Bedilan Kalitirto Berbah Sleman
Authors: Subagiyono Subagiyono , Febriani Heni
Published: August 2021

Implementasi Tim Gugus Tugas Percepatan Penanganan Covid-19 Pedukuhan Bedilan Kalitirto Berbah Sleman. Berdasarkan Keputusan Presiden No. 7 Tahun 2020 telah dibentuk Gugus Tugas Percepatan Penanganan Corona untuk meningkatkan ketahanan nasional di bidang kesehatan; mempercepat penanganan Covid-19 melalui sinergi antar kementerian/ lembaga dan pemerintah daerah; meningkatkan antisipasi perkembangan eskalasi penyebaran Covid-19; meningkatkan sinergi pengambilan kebijakan operasional; dan meningkatkan kesiapan dan kemampuan dalam mencegah,mendeteksi, dan merespons terhadap Covid-19. Kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan membantu penanganan cepat Covid-19 di Indonesia dengan menginformasikan panduan kesehatan masyarakat(Protokol) untuk Covid-19 dan melaksanakan komunikasi informasi dan edukasi masyarakat (KIE)tanpa tatap muka sekaligus berupaya pencegahan dan memutus rantai penularan virus Covid 19 diPedukuhan Bedilan Kalitirto Berbah SlemanKata kunci: Gugus tugas Covid-19, percepatan penanganan
DAMPAK KEBIJAKAN KEPESERTAAN MANDIRI JAMINAN KESEHATAN NASIONAL (JKN) DI YOGYAKARTA
Authors: Endartiwi Sri Sularsih , Trisnantoro Laksono , Hendrartini Yulita
Published: August 2021

ABSTRAKLatar Belakang: Jaminan Kesehatan Nasional (JKN) diselenggarakan oleh Badan Penyelenggara Jaminan Sosial Kesehatan (BPJS) yang implementasinya sudah dimulai sejak 1 Januari 2014. Sampai pada semester pertama pelaksanaan program JKN ditemukan beberapa permasalahan di bagian pendaftaran kepesertaan. Masalah yang pertama, ditemukan kurang lebih 10% atau kurang lebih4.400 jiwa yang mendaftar adalah mereka yang memang sudah menderita suatu penyakit atau sudah akan memanfaatkan pelayanan kesehatan. Masalah yang kedua, ada masyarakat yang sudah menjalani perawatan di rumah sakit dan ternyata menghabiskan biaya yang besar, baru mendaftar menjadi peserta JKN.Tujuan penelitian: Memonitoring pelaksanaan kebijakan kepesertaanmandiri Jaminan Kesehatan Nasional (JKN) di Yogyakarta. Metode penelitian: Penelitian ini adalah studi kasus dengan pendekatankualitatif dan kuantitatif. Penelitian dilaksanakan di Kancab Utama BPJS KesehatanYogyakarta, Rumah Sakit Akademik Universitas Gadjah Mada, Kantor Komisi D DPRD Provinsi DIY, Dinas Kesehatan Provinsi DIY pada bulan April 2015.Penelitian dilakukan dengan wawancara mendalam serta pengisian lembar isiandata pasien mandiri.Hasil Penelitian: Persepsi peserta terhadap jaminan kesehatan nasionaladalah positif. Peserta mandiri menganggap penting diberlakukannya programjaminan kesehatan nasional. Peserta juga menganggap wajar terhadap diberlakukannya pembayaran iuran setiap bulan. Masukan untuk perbaikankebijakan adalah sosialisasi, sarana dan prasarana, kenaikan kelas pelayanan dirumah sakit, kepemimpinan dan birokrasi. Motivasi untuk mendaftar menjadipeserta mandiri adalah sudah akan memanfaatkan pelayanan kesehatan, jaga-jaga serta untuk proteksi diri terhadap risiko sakit. Kepatuhan membayar iuran terdapat peserta yang menunggak membayar iuran sebesar 27%. Dampak kebijakan kepesertaan mandiri adalah yang mendaftar menjadi peserta mandiri adalah masyarakat yang sudah sakit atau sudah akan memanfaatkan pelayanan kesehatan serta rasio klaim 123%.Kesimpulan: Kebijakan kepesertaan mandiri memotivasi masyarakat yang sudah sakit untuk mendaftar menjadi peserta dan 27% peserta yang sudah sembuh menunggak untuk membayar. Perbaikan yang mendasar pada kebijakan kepesertaan mandiri JKN adalah perbaikan pada Perpres No 12 tahun 2013 terutama pasal 4 dan 5, Perpres No 111 tahun 2013 pasal 16F, dan PMK No 71 tahun 2013 pasal 21 ayat 1 dan 22 ayat 1.
ANALISIS LINGKUNGAN KERJA DENGAN PERILAKU HAND HYGINE PERAWAT DI RUANG RAWAT INAP RUMAH SAKIT DKT.TK.III.04.06.03. DR. R. SOETARTO YOGYAKARTA
Authors: Wulandari Dewi Ariyani , Uminingsih Triana
Published: August 2021

AbstrakInfeksi nosokomial merupakan salah satu penyebab meningkatnya angka morbiditas dan mortalitas di rumah sakit. Salah satu parameter pelayanan kesehatan yang baik di rumah sakit adalah terkendalinya infeksi nosokomial. Perawat adalah tenaga kesehatan mayoritas ada di lingkungan rumah sakit serta memiliki interaksi yang lebih sering pada pasien dan beresiko menularkan infeksi. Upaya untuk memutus rantai transmisi infeksi adalah dengan menjaga kebersihan tangan  (hand hygine). Kondisi lingkungan kerja memberikan peranan penting terhadap baik buruknya kinerja yang dihasilkan. Faktor eksternal yang dapat mempengaruhi adalah lingkungan kerja yang meliputi motivasi, beban kerja, fasilitas, supervisi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis lingkungan kerja dengan perilaku hand hygiene perawat di ruang rawat inap Rumah Sakit TK.III. 04. 06. 03. dr R Soetarto Yogyakarta. Penelitian dengan metode deskriptif analitik dengan pendekatan cross sectional, sampel yang diteliti menggunakan teknik sampel purposive dengan jumlah sampel 40 orang perawat. Analisis data yang digunakan adalah uji chi square. Dari hasil dioeroleh 32 responden  (80%) yang berpendapat lingkungan kerja mendukung dengan 27 reponden (84,4%) perilakuhand hygiene baik dan sebanyak 5 responden  (15,6%) dengan penerapan hand hygiene yang cukup baik; sedangkan 8 responden (20% ) yang berpendapat lingkungan kerja cukup mendukung dengan 1 reponden (12,5% )perilakuhand hygiene baik dan sebanyak 7 responden  (87,5%) dengan penerapan hand hygiene yang cukup baik. Berdasarkan hasil analisis uji chi- square diperoleh hasil nilai p value adalah 0.000< 0.005, artinya ada hubungan yang signifikan antara lingkungan kerja dengan perilaku hand hygiene perawat di ruang rawat inap Rumah Sakit TK.III. 04. 06. 03. dr R Soetarto Yogyakarta. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah ada hubungan antara lingkungan kerja dengan perilaku hand hygiene perawat di ruang rawat inap Rumah Sakit TK.III. 04.06.03. dr R Soetarto Yogyakarta.
REVITALISASI PROGRAM PEMBINAAN KESEJAHTERAAN KELUARGA (PKK ) DALAM MENCEGAH PENULARAN HIV/AIDS
Authors: Rohani Tuti , Istiqomah Arifah
Published: August 2021

INTISARILatar Belakang :Revitalisasi Program Pembinaan Kesejahteraan Keluarga(Pkk)Dalam MencegahPenularan Hiv/AidsHuman Immunodeficiency Virus(HIV) merupakan virus yang menyebabkan Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). HIV menimpa kehidupan anak-anak dan keluarga di seluruh dunia. Dilihat dari jumlah penderita AIDS berdasarkan pekerjaan/status dari bulan Januari sampai Maret 2012 sebanyak 94 orang ibu rumah tangga menduduki peringkat pertama. Perempuan seringkali tidak tahu status HIV dan AIDS pasangannya dan tidak tahu kalau dirinya sudah terinfeksi HIV dan AIDS. Perempuan dekat dengan organisasi PKK sehingga organisasi ini dijadikan sebagai fasilitas dalam penanggulangan HIV/AIDS.Saat ini Program PKK hanya berfokus pada kesehatan secara general saja. Bentuk pendidikan yang diberikan secara komprehensif mulai dari pengetahuan tentang HIV/AIDS sampai dengan proses pendampingan kepada keluarga dan masyarakat  sekitar dalam mencegah penularan penyakit tersebut. Sehingga perempuan mampu berkontribusi dalam penurunan angka kejadian HIV/AIDS. Penelitian ini menggunakan model penelitian eksperimen dengan rancangan penelitian yaitu pretetst posttest with control group design. Penelitian di Kecamatan Kretek Kabupaten Bantul Yogyakarta pada tahun 2014. Populasi ibu PKK di Kecamatan Kretek Bantul Yogyakarta yang terdiri dari lima desa.Teknik cluster random sampling yaitu 11 dusun. Jumlah sampel 40 orang yang dibagi menjadi dua kelompok. Analisis data yang digunakan adalah uji beda. menggunakan uji beda independent t testBerdasarkan hasil penelitian nilai p =0,000 pada kelompok perlakuan dan p =0,003 pada kelompok kontrol yang berarti ada perbedaan pada kelompok perlakuan yang mendapatkan ceramah dan pendampingan dan kelompok kontrol yang mendapatkan ceramah saja Kesimpulan: Dengan pemberian perlakuan ceramah dan pendampingan ibu akan lebih intensif meningkatkan pengetahuan tentang HIV/AIDS.
HUBUNGAN TINGKAT PENGETAHUAN IBU TENTANG VITAMIN A DENGAN PERILAKU PEMBERIAN VITAMIN A PADA ANAK USIA 6-59 BULAN DI WILAYAH KERJA PUSKESMAS MIRAN PROVINSI MALUKU
Authors: Febriani Heni , Ernawati Yuli , Rumadan Suhatriani
Published: August 2021

ABSTRACTBackground : Vitamin A is helpful to reduce mortality and morbidity, in addition to eye health , vitamin A may increase the body's resistance to infectious diseases such as measles, diarrhea and ARI (acute pernafsan tract infections).Objective: Knowing the relationship between the level of knowledge of mothers about vitamin A to the behavior of giving vitamin A to children aged 6-59 months in CempakaPuskesmasPosyanduMiran, Maluku province.Methods: This study menggunakanjenispenilitian quantitative and cross- sectional study design. The study population was all the mothers who have children aged 6-59 months in osyanduCempaka many as 57people.Results: The level of knowledge of the mother is in enough categories, and behaviors of vitamin A is in both categories, the data were analyzed using the Spearman Rank test. The level of knowledge is in the category of pretty much 22 (61.1%), well as much as 8 (22.2%) and less  than  6 (16.7). Behavior Award Vitamin A is in good category were 26 (72.2%) and were not good as 10 (27.8%). The results of the analysis of the two variables showed no association with the power r = 0,646 with significancy value on the results show (P = 0.00 <0:01).Conclusion: There is a strong relationship between the level of knowledge of mothers about vitamin A and vitamin A peberian behavior in children aged 6-59 months in Cempaka Puskesmas Posyandu Miran, Maluku Province.
HUBUNGAN PENGETAHUAN PENCEGAHAN PENYAKIT TBC DENGAN PERILAKU PENCEGAHAN TBC PADA KEPALA KELUARGA DI PADUKUHAN NOLOGATEN, KECAMATAN DEPOK, KABUPATEN SLEMAN, YOGYAKARTA
Authors: Wulandari Dewi Ariyani
Published: August 2021

ABSTRACTBackground : Tuberculosis (TB) is an infection disease which it caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. In 2014, there were 422 people infected gram positive bacil. It mostly found in Sleman. Depok primary health care reported, region of Nologaten has the highest number of TB patients compared to other areas. This happen due to the prevention hasn’t done optimally by citizen from Region of Nologaten .Purpose : The purpose of this research was determine the relationship between knowledge level of TB to the head of the family and behavior due the effort from prevention tuberculosis disease. Methods : This research is quantitative analysis with cross sectional design. The sample of this research was 85 respondents  (head of family) from Region of Nologaten with stratified random sampling. The instruments use a questionnaire with deep interview and observation. Bivariat Analysis used is chi square test.Result : The result of univariate analysis showed 70 respondents (82,4%) of have enough knowledge about the prevention of TB, and 63 respondents(74,1%) have good effort of preventing TB disease. Bivariate analysis with chi square with 95% confidence level, the result found that there is  a relationship between knowledge and the prevention of TB  (p = 0.011) Conclusion : It can be concluded that there is a relationship between knowledge of TB and behavior of prevention efforts to head of family in Region of Nologaten, Sleman
APLIKASI KULIT PISANG MENJADI TEPUNG: AKTIFITAS ANTIOKSIDAN TEPUNG KULIT PISANG MUSA SAPIENTUM
Authors: Aryani Titin , Ulfah Mu’awanah Isnin Aulia , Widyantara Aji Bagus
Published: August 2021

ABSTRACT Banana peel is a fruit rich in carbohydrates and starch so that it can be processed into flour. Musa sapientum banana is one type of banana whose peel is suitable for flour. This study aims to study the application of banana peel on the manufacture of banana peel flour and analyze the antioxidant activity in banana peel flour. The research method used in the manufacture of banana peel flour is drying with oven, grinding, and homogenizing grain size. After that, the research method continued with analysis of antioxidant activity on banana peel flour. The analysis was conducted by UGM laboratory technology and agricultural laboratory experts. The results show that banana peel can be processed into flour with antioxidant activity of banana peel flour of Musa sapientum is 61,26 The result of this research is quite relevant with result of research of Fatemeh (2012), Supriyanti et al (2015) and Robello et. al (2014).  The conclusion of this study is banana peel flour Musa sapientum this research has antioxidant activity of 61.26%.
Pengaruh Intervensi Pendidikan tentang Imunisasi Measles Rubella (MR) terhadap Pengetahuan Ibu di Posyandu Nuri Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Ngemplak II Yogyakarta
Authors: Febriani Heni , Damayanti Susi
Published: August 2021

Capaian Imunisasi Campak di Kabupaten Sleman sudah mencapai 97,3% tetapi dari hasil Surveilans Epidemiologi masih terdapat kasus positif campak 132 dan rubela positif 145. Masih adanya kasus positif campak dan rubella dapat disebabkan karena masih ada 2,7% anak usia balita yang belum terpapar imunisasi campak dan rubella. Ada beberapa orang tua yang tidak memperbolehkan anaknya untuk di lakukan imunisasi MR dengan alasan medis maupun non medis seperti pengaruh ajaran agama. Perlu adanya pengetahuan terkait dengan Imunisasi MR karena Imunisasi MR ini juga merupakan imunisasi baru yang tadinya merupakan Imunisasi MMR menjadi Imunisasi MR. Tujuan dari penelitian untuk melihat pengaruh intervensi pendidikan tentang imunisasi Measles Rubella (MR) terhadap pengetahuan ibu. Populasi dan sample dalam penelitian ini adalah ibu yang memiliki balita di Posyandu Nuri Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Ngemplak II yang berjumah 52 orang. Teknik pengambilan sampel yaitu total sampling yang berjumlah 52 orang. Instrumen penelitian berupa kuisioner tentang imunisasi MR. Analisis data menggunakan Wilcoxon. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ada perbedaan pengetahuan sebelum dan sesudah intervensi Pendidikan dengan nilai p= 0,000