An Integrated Community Education Approach to Prevent Dengue Fever Through Clean And Healthy Living Behaviors in The Karang Panjang Health Center Service Area

Clean and Healthy Living Behaviour (PHBS) is one of the efforts that can be done in increasing awareness of clean living and maintaining public health. Integrated education activities for the community in the Karang Panjang Health Centre working area aim to increase public awareness and understanding of the importance of Clean and Healthy Living Behaviour (PHBS) in preventing Dengue Fever (DHF). This activity was carried out on 23 April 2024. The programme was implemented through a direct approach by visiting residents' homes, providing leaflets containing information related to PHBS, and conducting interactive education sessions. The education included practical steps in reducing the risk of spreading DHF, such as maintaining environmental hygiene, draining water reservoirs, closing water containers, and disposing of used items that can hold water. In addition, the community was encouraged to avoid mosquito bites and conduct larviciding. The results of this activity showed that the community became more aware of the importance of PHBS and more motivated to implement it in their daily lives. This activity is expected to strengthen dengue prevention efforts at the family and neighbourhood levels, and create a healthier community that cares about environmental hygiene and health.