STUDI INFEKSI KECACINGAN DAN ANEMIA PADA SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR DI DAERAH ENDEMIK MALARIA, KABUPATEN MAMUJU
Abstract: In Indonesia, has a
prevalence of worm infection is quite high, especially hookworm. This situation
can not be tolerated by a group that needs a very high iron substances,
including school-age children who are still in growth. This study aimed to
determine how big the worm infection associated with the incidence of anemia
among elementary school children in malaria endemik areas. The research was an
observational study with cross sectional design.. The population in this study
were 3, 4 and 5 in each 3 of primary school in District Karossa and Topoyo. Samples were taken by
systematic random sampling, totaling 60 students per school, so the total
sample of schools was 60 x 60 students = 360 students. Primary data include
student characteristics were collected through direct interviews using a
questionnaire. Measurement of Hemoglobin (Hb) using a Hemocue Blood Hemoglobin
Photometer brand. Data on nutrient intake and dietary recall methods respondent
obtained by 24 hours. The results showed there was 1 student (3.4%) positive
worm infection and anemia, and 4 students (3.5%) positive worm infection but
not anemia. And showed that as many as 13.7% of students infected with worms,
and when analyzed, there was a significant relationship between the incidence
of anemia worm infection status on students in high malaria endemik areas ( p =
0.002), but not so in low endemik areas (p = 1.000). The conclusion of this
study was a chi-square test results in this study found no significant
relationship between malaria infection
and incidence of anemia among
primary school students p = 0.407, both in endemik areas of high and low
endemik areas. Adolescents are advised to always maintain the cleanliness of
themselves and keep their food intake to prevent anemia.
Penulis: Nahdiyati
Kode Jurnal: jpkesmasdd120158
