MODEL TAMAN PERILAKU DAN PROMOSI KESEHATAN MASYARAKAT UNTUK MENCEGAH PENYAKIT TROPIS
Abstract: Tropical diseases,
which can be found at many areas in Sukoharjo, are Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever and
Tuberculosis. In 2004, there were 207 people with dengue fever and among them,
59 persons, had dengue shock syndrome. In Indonesia, each year, 500,000 new
people have Tuberculosis and every minute, one person passes away due to this
disease. Government policy in coping with dengue fever changed from reactive
and curative to proactive and preventive. This policy includes mosquito nest elimination
program along with campaign and publications. Observed treatment short course
has been proven can cut the spread of tuberculosis. There are five components
in this strategy, i.e.: (1) political will, including providing necessary fund,
(2) diagnosis of acid fast bacteria, (3) tuberculosis medicine supply (4)
curative action with short term tuberculosis medicine with help from person
supervising, and (5) reporting regularly to supervise and evaluate TB program.
The need of health promotion media to avoid dengue fever and TB was stated by
people in Kartasura and Baki districts. People who stay at home prefer banner
or poster around their village while people who work outside prefer banners on
street which are easy to read. Brochures would be needed to provide deeper
information. These media should have clear and understandable message, and
interesting picture which will be able to change people habits. Health
promotion regarding the avoidance of Dengue Fever and TB is therefore, very
important. Such program must be conducted comprehensively with people participation.
Penulis: Arif Widodo dan Noor
Alis Setiyadi
Kode Jurnal: jpkesmasdd100036
