Andi Asliana Sainal
STIKES Yapika Makassar, Indonesia

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Community Empowerment to Increase Knowledge About Tuberculosis Risna Ayu Rahmadani; Andi Asliana Sainal; Suprapto Suprapto
Journal Pengabdian Masyarakat Politeknik Sandi Karsa Vol 2 No 2 (2023): Abdimas Polsaka
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Masyarakat,Politeknik Sandi Karsa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35816/abdimaspolsaka.v2i2.50

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Tuberculosis remains a significant global health problem, affecting millions of people worldwide. Community empowerment to increase knowledge about TB is key in overcoming the challenges faced by this disease. The method of implementing community service activities in the form of counseling efforts to provide understanding for the community about tuberculosis using demonstrations and role play. The result of community service is that there is an increase in public knowledge that the community will have a better understanding of TB, including symptoms, modes of transmission, and preventive measures. It can be concluded that there is an increase in public knowledge that people will have a better understanding of TB, including symptoms, modes of transmission, and preventive measures. Collaboration between academic institutions, government, NGOs, and local communities is key to success in implementing education strategies and awareness campaigns. Through sustained efforts and adaptation to local needs, community empowerment in increasing knowledge about TB can help significantly reduce the burden of the disease