Obesity is a global problem that is still unsolved, an effort to lose weight is by using a ketogenic diet. The ketogenic diet is a diet that prioritizes high fat intake compared to carbohydrates. Using a high fat diet for a long time will have a negative impact on health. Cherries contain flavonoids, saponins and tannins which can help in fat metabolism so that they can affect body weight. The …
Antimicrobial resistance is one of the 10 global threats defined by the World Health Organization (WHO). Regular evaluation needs to be done to overcome antimicrobial resistance. This study aims to evaluate the use of antibiotics in medical ward of Arifin Achmad Regional Hospital using the Point Prevalence Survey (PPS) method by WHO. The study was conducted in 5 rooms of medical ward of Arifin …
Anemia is a nutritional problem in all of countries. Based on the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2019, anemia can be happened by all age groups such as Women of Childbearing Age (WUS) including adolescent girls (rematri). Based on data from Basic Health Research (Riskesdas) in 2018, the proportion of anemia in WUS is 32.0%, increase compared to 2013. The purpose of this study is to determin…
Jejunoileal Atresia (JIA) was one of the main causes of intestinal obstruction in neonates. Its prevalence was reported to be between 0.3 and 1.1 per 10,000 births. JIA required proper preoperative, operative, and postoperative management to reduce morbidity and mortality rates in neonates. This study was a descriptive research using a cross-sectional design, aimed at determining the profile of…
Mesenchymal stem cells (MSC) are multipotent stem cells with proliferation, differentiation, and immunomodulatory capabilities that are potential for therapy of various diseases. The migration capacity of MSC is very important in the success of MSC therapy. The aim of this study was to compare the effect of human platelet lysate (HPL) and fetal bovine serum (FBS) supplementation on MSC migratio…
Recurrent malaria is a challenge in global malaria elimination efforts that is influenced by various factors such as treatment and treatment evaluation. This study aims to analyze the characteristics of recurrent malaria cases in Riau Province during 2019-2022 using a retrospective descriptive method based on secondary data from the P2PM Directorate of the Riau Provincial Health Office. Of the …
Dental caries is a prevalent oral health issue globally and can significantly impact the quality of life in children. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the prevalence of dental caries among school-aged children worldwide is estimated to range between 60% and 90%. In Indonesia, the 2018 Basic Health Research (Riskesdas) reported a prevalence rate of 88.8% among children. This stu…
Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) is a disease transmitted to humans through the bite of a female mosquito infected with the dengue virus. The Aedes aegypti mosquito as the main vector and Aedes albopictus as the potential vector. In 2021, there were 33 cases of DHF in Indragiri Hulu, increasing to 78 cases in 2022 and decreasing the following year to 21 cases with the highest IR in the Sipayung H…
Microplastics are plastic particles with a diameter of less than 5 mm, resulting from the degradation of plastics due to physical (temperature, light, mechanical), chemical (oxidation and hydrolysis), and biological (microorganisms) factors. The very small size of microplastics allows them to spread easily in the air, water, and surrounding land, negatively impacting the environment and the ind…
Air is a vital necessity for living beings, especially humans. Indoor air quality is important to monitor because the majority of people spend about 90% of their time indoors. One parameter for assessing air quality is particulate matter (PM). Based on their size, PM is classified into two types: PM2.5 and PM10. In addition, air humidity plays a crucial role in maintaining comfort and health in…
Stroke-associated pneumonia (SAP) is a common complication proceeding stroke, contributing to increased mortality and morbidity rates. Stroke patients with complication are known to have a longer length of hospital stay. This study aims to identify the factors influencing to the extended hospital stay. A cross-sectional method was used, utilizing medical records of SAP patients at Arifin Achmad…
Hypertriglyceridemia is a medical condition characterized by abnormaly high levels of triglyceride in the blood. It is often associated with other medical condition like obesity, metabolic syndrome, diabetes and can be influenced by high-fat diet. Several studies have stated that the fruit of Muntingia calabura contains compounds like flavonoids, saponins, and polifenol which have the potential…
COVID-19 is a new type of disease caused by a coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, commonly referred to as the Corona virus. Serum ferritin is an iron-storage protein widely used as an indicator of iron status but can also serve as an inflammatory marker. Macrophages are thought to play a role in the secretion of serum ferritin, and various stimuli such as IL-6 can induce ferritin synthesis. Several studie…
Background: Adolescent behavior is influenced by the adolescent's level of knowledge. Teenagers who are equipped with knowledge, especially about sexuality, will be able to shape their behavior to avoid deviant behavior such as teenage pregnancy. To prevent and minimize the occurrence of teenage pregnancy, it is necessary to first know the level of knowledge about teenage pregnancy as an early …
Empyema is a global health issue with high incidence, mortality, and morbidity rates. Biofilm formation by bacteria causing empyema is a major factor in the persistence of infections and resistance to treatment. This study aims to analyze the relationship between biofilm detection and antibiotic resistance in bacterial isolates causing empyema in Riau Province. A total of 12 bacterial isolates …
Sugar Palm (Arenga pinnata) are one of the plants that have the potential as antiox-idants. Antioxidants are chemical compounds that can neutralize free radical levels in the body. Excessive levels of free radicals in the body can cause oxidative stress that can damage cells, tissues, organs, and contribute to the onset of various diseas-es. Arenga pinnata are not widely known to have propertie…
This study aims to analyze the changes in point Ba (a point in the Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification, or POP-Q, measurement system) in patients with cystocele undergoing anterior colporrhaphy. Cystocele is a prolapse of the anterior vaginal wall involving bladder herniation. Anterior colporrhaphy is performed to correct this anatomical abnormality, particularly for patients wishing to mainta…
Death is the absence of life or the opposite of life. All living creatures will experience death. According to the Joint Regulation of the Minister of Home Affairs and the Minister of Health Number 15 of 2010, all deaths and their causes must be reported. One of the documents required to report a death is the Death Certificate (SKK). In its making, the Ministry of Health issued guidelines for f…
Obesity is a condition where there is an abnormal accumulation of fat that affects the compliance of the respiratory system, which is important for the normal lung expansion process. Lung function can be assessed through a spirometry examination which measures three parameters: FVC, FEV1, and the FEV1/FVC ratio. This study aims to explore the relationship between obesity and lung function in sp…
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) was a condition in which the prostate gland enlarged due to abnormal cell growth. BPH sufferers often experienced erectile problems. Erectile function could be measured using the Erection Hardness Score (EHS) and the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF-5). This study was a descriptive cross-sectional study involving 37 respondents, conducted at the …