Health Education and Early Detection of Non-Communicable Diseases: A Participatory Approach to Raising Community Awareness

English

Abstract

The aim of this community service project is to raise awareness in Padangsambian Klod Village about the importance of early detection of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and their risk factors. The major problem to be solved will be a lack of access to health and poor health awareness for prevention of the diseases. The intervention includes health education on lifestyles and management of risk factors for NCDs, using interactive sessions, which is complemented by free basic health screening: blood pressure, blood sugar, and body mass index. Preliminary results indicate that X% of the respondents have been involved in the education sessions, and Y% of the population suffers from high blood pressure, while Z% had high blood sugar levels, and W% have a BMI out of the normal range. The program has provided the opportunity for successful community education about their health and the benefit of early detection of diseases.