Antibiotic Use Counseling at Al-Aqsha Orphanage, Kelapa Gading, North Jakarta
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https://doi.org/10.25170/mitra.v10i2.6888Keywords:
antibiotics, health education, antimicrobial resistance, orphanageAbstract
The misuse of antibiotics is one of the main drivers of the increasing global burden of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), including in Indonesia. This resistance occurs due to the inappropriate use of antibiotics, whether in human healthcare, veterinary practices, or environmental settings. The practice of dispensing antibiotics without a doctor’s prescription remains prevalent, especially in middle-income countries such as Indonesia, worsening the AMR situation. Children, as a vulnerable group to infections, are also affected particularly in high populated environments like orphanages, where infectious diseases can spread more easily. In response, an educational outreach activity titled “How to Use Antibiotics” was conducted on March 23, 2025, at Al-Aqsha Orphanage in North Jakarta. The program aimed to increase the knowledge of orphanage children regarding the rational use of antibiotics and the dangers of AMR. The methods included a pretest, a health education session by a pharmacist, educational games, and a posttest to assess learning outcomes. Evaluation results showed an increase in the average score from 65 (pretest) to 70 (posttest), with a notable rise in the number of participants scoring ≥81. The material was delivered interactively using age-appropriate methods and was structured around the acronym “BIJAK” (WISE). This activity also highlighted the importance of involving all stakeholders healthcare professionals, patients, and the community in sustainably addressing AMR. The success of this education program demonstrates that participatory approaches, combined with games and simulations, are effective in fostering antibiotic awareness among young age groups.
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