Hubungan Sanitasi Total Berbasis Masyarakat (STBM) terhadap kejadian ISPA pada balita di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Klatak Kabupaten Banyuwangi

Abstract

Infectious diseases, especially Acute Respiratory Infections (ARI), pose significant health concerns in developing countries like Indonesia. ARI remains a leading cause of mortality among children under five globally. ARI's risk factors include Host, Agent, and environmental factors. The Indonesian government has implemented policies, such as Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS), to address environmental health issues. This study investigates the correlation between CTLS and ARI incidence among children under five at Klatak Public Health Center, Banyuwangi Regency. Methodology: This cross-sectional analytic survey employed non-probability sampling with purposive sampling technique. The population consisted of 67 families with children aged 0-59 months. Results: A cross-sectional study revealed significant correlations between demographic factors and Acute Respiratory Infections (ARI) among toddlers. Specifically, male toddlers exhibited elevated risk with 46 cases (68.7%), with peak incidence among 0-12-month-olds 23 toddlers (34.6%). Upper respiratory tract infections predominated 56 cases (83.6%). Notably, waste management within Community-Led Total Sanitation (CTLS) frameworks demonstrated substantial deficiencies 55 toddlers (82.1%). Statistical analysis using Spearman's test yielded a p-value of 0.016 (<0.05), indicating a significant correlation between CTLS and ARI incidence. Conclusion: This study emphasizes the importance of environmental control in reducing ARI frequency. Effective sanitation practices and community-based interventions are crucial in preventing ARI among vulnerable populations.