Edukasi Cuci Tangan Sebagai Upaya Pencegahan Penyakit Infeksi Di Poli Anak Rspau Dr. Suhardi Hardjolukito Yogyakarta
Keywords:
Handwashing; Personal Hygiene; Children; Health Education; Infection PreventionAbstract
Hand washing is one of the most effective forms of personal hygiene in preventing infectious diseases, especially among children. Children are vulnerable to infections due to their high activity levels and lack of awareness regarding hand cleanliness. This community service activity aimed to improve the knowledge and skills of mothers and children about proper hand washing practices. The activity was conducted at the Pediatric Clinic of RSPAU dr. Suhardi Hardjolukito on December 20, 2025, targeting mothers and children visiting the clinic. The methods used included lectures, discussions, question-and-answer sessions, and demonstrations of the six-step handwashing technique. Educational posters and leaflets were used as media. The results showed that participants were enthusiastic during the activity and understood the educational material well. Most participants were able to practice proper handwashing techniques after the demonstration session. Health education regarding hand washing effectively improved community understanding in implementing clean and healthy living behaviors to prevent infectious diseases in children.
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