SOSIALISASI PENINGKATAN DETEKSI SOIL TRANSMITTED HELMINTH (STH) MELALUI MODIFIKASI PADA LARUTAN ZnS (SULFIDA SENG) DAN NaCl (NATRIUM KLORIDA) 0,9%

Abstract

Public health is a crucial aspect of disease prevention efforts. One significant health issue in many countries, including Indonesia, is Soil Transmitted Helminth (STH) infection, often caused by poor sanitation and lack of environmental cleanliness awareness. STH, typically caused by Ascaris lumbricoides, Trichuris trichiura, and hookworm, can have severe health impacts, particularly on children. Fecal examination methods, especially flotation techniques using ZnS (zinc sulfide) and 0.9% NaCl (sodium chloride) solutions, are commonly employed for STH detection. However, optimizing flotation methods in the field is essential to enhance STH detection sensitivity. This study focuses on the modification of ZnS and 0.9% NaCl solutions to improve the effectiveness of detecting STH eggs. By disseminating information on these modifications to public health practitioners, this socialization aims to enhance detection and prevention efforts for STH infections. The evaluation results show significant improvements in participants' knowledge, skills, attitudes, understanding, method application, and satisfaction, indicating the effectiveness of this socialization in promoting better STH control and prevention programs.