Caffeine is commonly consumed to enhance alertness, combat drowsiness, reduce fatigue, and improve physical performance, such as increasing stamina and energy. Excessive consumption, however, may disrupt hormonal balance and sleep patterns, potentially affecting the menstrual cycle in women. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between coffee consumption and the menstrual cycle amon…
The global increase in life expectancy, including in Indonesia, has led to a growing elderly population, often accompanied by cognitive decline. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a modified Brain Gym intervention in improving cognitive function among elderly residents of nursing homes. The study utilized a non-randomized experimental design with a pretest-posttest and control gro…
Malnutrition during pregnancy may affect the future health of both mother and child. Malnutrition occurs when the body has an excess or deficiency of nutrients. Diet is a factor that can be modified to achieve optimal pregnancy weight gain. This study aims to determine the association between maternal diet quality index and gestational weight gain. This study has an observational analytic desig…
Background: Diabetic ulcers are a serious complication of diabetes that commonly occur, especially in patients with poor glycemic control, neuropathy, and vascular disease. The Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) is a non-invasive method used to assess the severity of ulcers. This study aims to analyze the relationship between ABI and the severity of diabetic ulcers in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients …
Obesity in Indonesia has experienced a very significant increase over the past decade (10 years), especially in Palembang City. This rise can be influenced by several factors, one being behavioral factors. Poor eating habits and low physical activity contribute to the rising incidence of obesity in Palembang City. The purpose of this research is to analyze the significance of the relationship b…
Hipertensi adalah keadaan seseorang yang mengalami kenaikan tekanan darah diatas normal yaitu sistolik dan diastolik diatas 140/90 mmHg. Dalam proses terapinya, JNC8, AHA/ACC dan ESC menerbitkan pedoman terapi hipertensi dan merekomendasikan terapi lini pertama antara lain golongan ACEI, CCB, ARB dan obat diuretik golongan thiazid. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melihat penggunaan obat menurut …
Musculoskeletal disorders are injuries or functional impairments that result in abnormalities of the muscles, nerves, tendons, joints, cartilage, and spinal discs, leading to complaints of musculoskeletal pain. The Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2019 data shows around 1.71 billion people of all ages experience musculoskeletal pain complaints throughout their lives. Ergonomic factors that cause …
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a common digestive disorder that affects quality of life, including sleep quality. GERD symptoms, especially those occurring at night, can lead to significant sleep disturbances, such as insomnia, frequent nighttime awakenings, and poor sleep quality. This condition can negatively impact daily life, particularly for students who bear a heavy academic wo…
Background:Candy is a high-calorie food product, typically made with added sucrose, and if consumed excessively, it can lead to a decrease in saliva pH. A decrease in saliva pH causes the oral cavity to become acidic, facilitating the growth of bacteria, which in turn triggers cavities. To prevent a decrease in saliva pH, gambir extract is added to the candy. Gambir (Uncaria gambir Roxb.) is a …
This study identified contamination of Soil Transmitted Helminths (STH) eggs in cabbage purchased at Kebon Semai Traditional Market in Palembang City. STH spreads through the soil and can cause various health problems. Cabbage, which is often consumed raw, is very susceptible to STH egg contamination. This study used a descriptive observational cross-sectional design. Thirty cabbage samples wer…
Hypertension, a growing global health issue, poses significant risks for severe complications such as cardiovascular and renal diseases. The World Health Organization (WHO) reported an increase in cases from 650 million in 1990 to 1.3 billion in 2019. In Indonesia, the prevalence is 34.1% (Riskesdas 2018), influenced by factors such as age, obesity, lifestyle, and genetics. Managing hypertensio…
Background: The main challenge after orthodontic treatment was preventing relapse, which referred to the tendency of teeth to return to their original position after fixed orthodontic treatment. Although retainers were used to maintain treatment results, previous studies showed that the relapse rate still exceeded 19%, indicating that the appropriate selection of retainer type was crucial to ma…
Background: Periodontal disease is one of the dental and oral health problems with a fairly high percentage in Indonesia. One of the microorganisms that plays a role in periodontal disease is the bacterium A. actinomycetemcomitans. Catfish (Pangasius sp) as the most cultivated in South Sumatra is reported to have amino acid content that has the potential to be antibacterial. Objective: To deter…
Background: Enamel is the outer layer and hardest tissue covering the crown of the tooth. Tooth enamel consist of 96% inorganic and 4% organic components. The missing component is called demineralization. Demineralization can be fixed by remineralization process. Remineralization can be enhanced by adding herbal ingredients such as gambir toothpaste as an alternative. Objective: This study aims…
Dental health is an essential component of overall health that affects individual well-being and productivity. The 2023 Indonesian Health Survey reported a high prevalence of oral and dental problems and a low utilisation of dental health services. PT X, a state-owned enterprises in Palembang, provides additional health insurance for its employees and their families through PT Y. This study aim…
Latar Belakang: Pengetahuan kesehatan gigi dan mulut merupakan pemahaman tentang cara merawat dan mencegah kondisi mulut terbebas dari penyakit. Pengetahuan kesehatan gigi dan mulut sangat penting diketahui pada semua kalangan usia, terutama pada usia remaja. Dalam perkembangannya, remaja sering mengalami masalah kesehatan gigi dan mulut yang tidak hanya dipengaruhi dari sisa makanan, plak dan …
Background: Caries is the most common oral health problem that occurs on children. Calcium deficiency due to demineralization of the enamel could be anticipated with application of remineralization materials. One of the natural alternatives to support remineralization process is quail eggshells (Coturnix coturnix) containing high calcium carbonate as hydroxyapatite precursor. Objective: To know…
Dyspepsia is a condition of discomfort and pain in the solar plexus or upper abdomen. It is caused by dietary and environmental factors, such as gastric acid secretion, gastric motor function, gastric visceral perception, psychology, and Helicobacter pylori infection. In the process of therapy, antacids remain the choice for the treatment of GERD and dyspepsia due to their ability to relieve sy…
Indonesia is in second place with the highest number of tuberculosis cases in the world. Tuberculosis is a diseases caused by the bacteria called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Health services provided to support the treatment of tuberculosis based on their quality. Services quality of polyclinic tuberculosis can be assessed with seven dimensions of service quality which is effective, safe, people…
Background: Candida albicans is a normal flora that can become a pathogenic organism causing oral candidiasis. Mangrove crab (Scylla serrata) shells can be utilized as a raw material for chitosan production. Chitosan has potential as a natural antifungal agent effective in inhibiting fungal growth. Objective: This study aimed to determine the antifungal effectiveness of chitosan derived from ma…
Latar Belakang: Mahasiswa kedokteran gigi merupakan individu yang berpotensi mengalami distress yang disebabkan oleh tekanan akademik maupun faktor lain di luar akademik yang dapat memengaruhi kondisi fisik dan psikologis. Salah satu kelainan rongga mulut yang sering dikaitkan dengan kondisi psychological distress adalah Stomatitis Aphthous Recurrent (SAR). Tujuan: Penelitian ini bertujuan untu…
Background: Dental anxiety was an emotional response commonly experienced by patients during dental treatment and could affect their cooperation as well as the success of clinical procedures. One of the treatments that most often triggered high anxiety was tooth extraction, particularly when performed by clinical dental students who were still in the learning phase. This condition could cause p…
Background: The World Health Organization (WHO) states that malocclusion ranks third among the most common oral health problems after dental caries and periodontal disease. The global prevalence of malocclusion among children and adolescents is 56%, with no significant gender differences. Objective: To determine the variation of skeletal patterns in orthodontic patients at RSKGM, South Sumatra …
Streptococcus mutans is the primary bacterium responsible for dental caries through the formation of dental plaque. Chemical plaque control can be achieved by brushing teeth with toothpaste containing antibacterial agents. The combination of xylitol and gambir extract has been proven to inhibit the growth of Streptococcus mutans and shows potential as an active ingredient in toothpaste formulat…
Staphylococcus is a normal flora of the oral cavity that can turn into a pathogen and cause various diseases in the oral cavity. The use of herbal ingredients that have antibacterial properties can be an alternative treatment as a substitute for chlorhexidine gluconate. Garlic skin as an antibacterial has not been widely studied and is still considered as waste. Objective: To determine the anti…
Oral and dental health is part of the health of the body that cannot be separated from one another because it will affect the health of the body. One of the oral health that must be considered is the growth and development of teeth,Because children's knowledge about dental hygiene and is still very lacking Therefore, the role and knowledge of parents in caring for oral hygiene is needed in guid…
Background: Streptococcus mutans was the main bacterium involved in biofilm formation that causes dental caries. Pineapple had been proven to possess antibacterial activity against S. mutans, while stevia was a natural low-calorie sweetener that also exhibited antibacterial properties against S. mutans. The combination of both could be formulated into a jelly candy product. This study aimed to …
Introduction: Patient satisfaction was an important indicator in assessing the quality of healthcare services, with no exception for teaching hospitals where clinical services involved clinical dental students. These students were expected to demonstrate clinical competence and professional attitudes to fulfill patient expectations. Purpose: This study aimed to determine the level of patient sa…
Introduction: Dental caries prevention consisted of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention. Determining the risk level of caries was one of the primary prevention measures, one of which was applied using CAMBRA. Purpose: This study aimed to determine the incidence of dental caries risk among first-year medical students at Sriwijaya University using the CAMBRA form. Methods: This study was …
Background: Physical activity refers to any body movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure and is one of the factors that can influence nutritional status. Diet is a method or attempt to regulate the quantity and type of foods with descriptive information, including maintaining health, nutritional status, preventing or aiding recovery from disease. Diet is also the …