HUBUNGAN PERILAKU HIDUP BERSIH DAN SEHAT (PHBS) DENGAN KEJADIAN DIARE PADA ANAK SEKOLAH DASAR

Abstrak

Background: The implementation of clean and healthy life behavior (PHBS) prevents potential hazards that can lead to dirty education environment and become a transmission of the disease, such as gastroenteritis. Because of their immune system that is not mature, children are susceptible to diarrhea. Aims: Assess the correlation between clean and healthy living behavior (PHBS) and the prevalence of diarrhea among students enrolled at SDN 4 Watopute, Muna District in the year 2023. Methods: This is a quantitative investigation employing a cross-sectional design. The study sample comprises 69 individuals from the total student body of 83 in the fourth, fifth, and sixth grades at SDN 4, Muna District, which comprises the research population. Results: A significant correlation (p=0.000) was observed between the frequency of gastroenteritis at SDN 4 Watopute, and the frequency of handwashing with detergent. A correlation of (p=0.000) was observed between the refreshment food preferences of students and the prevalence of diarrhea at SDN 4 Watoput,. Additionally, a correlation (p=0.000) was observed between the utilization of hygienic and sanitary lavatories and the prevalence of diarrhoea at SDN 4 Watoput,. Finally, a correlation of (p=0.000) exists between the incidence of gastroenteritis at SDN 4 Watopute and appropriate refuse disposal. Conclusion: based on the findings of the study, that the incidence of diarrhea among students at SDN 4 Watopute is associated with the manner in which children select refreshment foods, utilize clean and hygienic restrooms, and dispose of waste promptly.

Kata kunci

• Diarrhea Incidents
• Elementary School Children
• PHBS