Analysis of Risk Factors and Mapping of Helminth Infection Incidence in the Working Area of Nulle Public Health Center, South Central Timor Regency
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| author | Deniel Juanda, Pah Dwita Anastasia, Deo Rahel Rara, Woda Insani Fitrahulil, Jannah |
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| contents | <h4>Abstract :</h4> <p><strong>Background:</strong> Soil-Transmitted Helminth (STH) infections remain a public health concern in tropical regions, particularly among school-aged children, while local data and risk mapping in the service area of Nulle Primary Health Center are limited.</p> <p><strong>Objective:</strong> To estimate the prevalence of STH infection, identify water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH)–related risk factors, and spatially map infection clusters among primary schoolchildren in South Central Timor, Indonesia.</p> <p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional survey was conducted in seven primary schools from 10–16 June 2025, involving 263 students. Data on WASH-related behaviors and environmental conditions were collected using structured questionnaires. Stool samples were examined using the direct smear method with 2% eosin and 2% lugol’s iodine. Bivariate analysis was performed using Fisher’s exact test with α = 0.05. Geographic household coordinates of STH-positive cases were mapped using ArcGIS to identify spatial clusters.</p> <p><strong>Results: </strong>The prevalence of helminth infection was 4.6% (12/263). The most common species identified was Ascaris lumbricoides (83.3%), followed by Trichuris trichiura and mixed infections (each 8.3%). Handwashing habits, nail trimming, consumption of raw food, use of footwear, latrine ownership, and household water source were significantly associated with infection (p<0.05). GIS mapping revealed high-risk areas in Nulle, Tublopo, and Benlutu villages, characterized by high soil humidity, suitable temperature and soil type, as well as poor sanitation conditions.</p> <p><strong>Conclusion:</strong> STH infection in the Nulle area remains a concern, influenced by hygiene behaviors and environmental conditions. Location-based promotive and preventive efforts are essential to reduce infection rates.</p> |
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| spellingShingle | Analysis of Risk Factors and Mapping of Helminth Infection Incidence in the Working Area of Nulle Public Health Center, South Central Timor Regency Deniel Juanda, Pah Dwita Anastasia, Deo Rahel Rara, Woda Insani Fitrahulil, Jannah GIS, Risk factors., schoolchildren, Soil-transmitted helminths, WASH <h4>Abstract :</h4> <p><strong>Background:</strong> Soil-Transmitted Helminth (STH) infections remain a public health concern in tropical regions, particularly among school-aged children, while local data and risk mapping in the service area of Nulle Primary Health Center are limited.</p> <p><strong>Objective:</strong> To estimate the prevalence of STH infection, identify water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH)–related risk factors, and spatially map infection clusters among primary schoolchildren in South Central Timor, Indonesia.</p> <p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional survey was conducted in seven primary schools from 10–16 June 2025, involving 263 students. Data on WASH-related behaviors and environmental conditions were collected using structured questionnaires. Stool samples were examined using the direct smear method with 2% eosin and 2% lugol’s iodine. Bivariate analysis was performed using Fisher’s exact test with α = 0.05. Geographic household coordinates of STH-positive cases were mapped using ArcGIS to identify spatial clusters.</p> <p><strong>Results: </strong>The prevalence of helminth infection was 4.6% (12/263). The most common species identified was Ascaris lumbricoides (83.3%), followed by Trichuris trichiura and mixed infections (each 8.3%). Handwashing habits, nail trimming, consumption of raw food, use of footwear, latrine ownership, and household water source were significantly associated with infection (p<0.05). GIS mapping revealed high-risk areas in Nulle, Tublopo, and Benlutu villages, characterized by high soil humidity, suitable temperature and soil type, as well as poor sanitation conditions.</p> <p><strong>Conclusion:</strong> STH infection in the Nulle area remains a concern, influenced by hygiene behaviors and environmental conditions. Location-based promotive and preventive efforts are essential to reduce infection rates.</p> |
| title | Analysis of Risk Factors and Mapping of Helminth Infection Incidence in the Working Area of Nulle Public Health Center, South Central Timor Regency |
| topic | GIS, Risk factors., schoolchildren, Soil-transmitted helminths, WASH |
| url | https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18182049 |