Education on the Utilization of Traditional Herbal Medicine for Health Maintenance in Tanjung Rejo Village, Percut Sei Tuan District
Edukasi Pemanfaatan Jamu Tradisional untuk Pemeliharaan Kesehatan pada Masyarakat Desa Tanjung Rejo Kecamatan Percut Sei Tuan
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https://doi.org/10.51771/jukeshum.v6i1.2104Keywords:
community education, community service, health maintenance, traditional jamuAbstract
The use of traditional herbal medicine (jamu) remains an important component of community health maintenance, particularly in rural areas. However, limited public knowledge regarding safety, hygiene, and proper preparation methods may reduce product quality and increase health risks. This community service program aimed to improve the knowledge and understanding of the residents of Tanjung Rejo Village, Percut Sei Tuan District, regarding the safe, hygienic, and rational use of traditional jamu for health maintenance. An educational and participatory approach was applied through problem identification, health education and counseling, jamu preparation demonstrations, discussions, and activity evaluation. The educational materials covered the definition and classification of jamu, its health benefits, raw material safety, hygiene and sanitation, and proper preparation techniques using infusion and decoction methods. The results indicated an improvement in community understanding of jamu as a promotive and preventive health measure, awareness of hygiene during preparation, and rational use of traditional herbal medicine. The community also showed interest in developing jamu not only for household consumption but also as a potential economic product. In conclusion, this program effectively enhanced community knowledge and supported the sustainable and safe utilization of traditional jamu based on local wisdom.
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