MAKASSAR — Lecturers from the Undergraduate Nursing Study Program, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FMHS), Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar (Unismuh Makassar), participated in an interfaculty Community Service (Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat/PkM) program at SMP Muhammadiyah 12 Makassar, located on Jalan B. Dg. Ngirate, Makassar, on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. In collaboration with the Gunung Sari Branch of the ‘Aisyiyah Women’s Organization, Karunrung Branch, the program focused on early detection of nutritional status among adolescents, health education on the prevention of metabolic diseases, and the promotion of clean and healthy living behaviors.

This community engagement initiative reflects the commitment of the Undergraduate Nursing Study Program’s lecturers to improving the health and well-being of school-aged children. Through interdisciplinary collaboration within Unismuh Makassar, students received not only physical health screening services but also educational sessions on digital literacy and language proficiency.The program commenced with a comprehensive health screening session. Lecturers and students from the Undergraduate Nursing Study Program conducted Body Mass Index (BMI) assessments using the WHO BMI-for-age percentile calculator, which is specifically designed for children and adolescents aged 5–19 years. The screening aimed to accurately assess students’ nutritional status and identify potential risks of undernutrition and obesity at an early stage. At the same time, the team from the Dentistry Study Program of Unismuh Makassar provided on-site oral and dental health examinations.

Following the physical examinations, students participated in interactive health education sessions. Rahmawati, S.Kp., M.Kes., a lecturer from the Undergraduate Nursing Study Program at Unismuh Makassar, delivered a presentation on the health risks associated with unhealthy lifestyles and their relationship to risk factors for metabolic syndrome and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) among adolescents. She emphasized the importance of limiting junk food consumption, screen time, sedentary behavior, and smoking or vaping, while encouraging regular physical activity to reduce the risk of non-communicable and degenerative diseases.

The next session was delivered by Nurlina, S.Kep., Ns., M.Kep., who discussed Clean and Healthy Living Behaviors (Perilaku Hidup Bersih dan Sehat/PHBS) in the school environment. Students were encouraged to adopt basic hygiene practices, including washing their hands with soap and maintaining classroom cleanliness, as essential measures for preventing infectious diseases.

Complementing the health education program, lecturers from the Dentistry Study Program provided guidance on proper oral and dental hygiene practices. Meanwhile, lecturers from other faculties equipped students with essential knowledge and skills for the modern era, covering the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), cyberbullying prevention, and the appropriate use of the Indonesian language.

The Chair of the Interfaculty Community Service Committee at Unismuh Makassar, Dr. drg. Rosmaladewi Talli, S.KG., M.Kes., explained that the interdisciplinary collaboration was designed to address the health and character development needs of adolescents through a comprehensive approach.

“This interfaculty collaboration was designed to ensure that the interventions provided to students would not be fragmented or limited to a single aspect. By combining physical health assessments, such as BMI screening and dental examinations, with diabetes prevention education and digital literacy, we hope to foster greater awareness among students of the importance of maintaining their health from an early age,” said Dr. Rosmaladewi Talli.

Meanwhile, the Chair of the Gunung Sari Branch of ‘Aisyiyah, Karunrung Branch, Dra. Rosdiana Djamhuri, M.Pd., expressed her appreciation for the active involvement of Unismuh Makassar academics in supporting Muhammadiyah-affiliated educational institutions.

“Practical initiatives such as this are essential in supporting the growth and development of younger generations in Muhammadiyah schools. We hope that the partnership between the Gunung Sari Branch of ‘Aisyiyah and Unismuh Makassar will continue sustainably, contributing to the development of a healthy and intellectually capable generation,” said Dra. Rosdiana Djamhuri.

In a similar statement, the Principal of SMP Muhammadiyah 12 Makassar, Ahmad Mustanir, S.Pd., S.Pd.I., welcomed the implementation of the health screening and educational activities, noting their relevance to the current needs and conditions of students.

“We are very grateful for the support and guidance provided by the Unismuh Makassar academic team. The nutritional status screening results and education on the dangers of sedentary lifestyles, junk food consumption, and the importance of Clean and Healthy Living Behaviors provide valuable knowledge for our students while complementing the learning materials delivered at school,” stated Ahmad Mustanir.

Through this collaborative community service initiative, the Undergraduate Nursing Study Program at Unismuh Makassar hopes that students will be able to incorporate healthy lifestyle practices into their daily routines. The interfaculty partnership is also expected to continue as part of the implementation of the Four Pillars of Higher Education (Catur Dharma) of Muhammadiyah Universities, contributing to efforts to address health and social challenges within the wider community.

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Dorong Remaja Cegah Diabetes Sejak Dini, Dosen Keperawatan Unismuh Makassar Gelar Skrining IMT dan Edukasi Kesehatan di SMP Muhammadiyah 12

MAKASSAR — Dosen Program Studi S1 Keperawatan Fakultas Kedokteran dan Ilmu Kesehatan (FKIK) Universitas Muhammadiyah (Unismuh) Makassar berkolaborasi dalam kegiatan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat (PkM) Lintas Fakultas di SMP Muhammadiyah 12 Makassar, Jalan B. Dg. Ngirate, Kota Makassar, Rabu (11/11/2026). Kegiatan yang menggandeng Pimpinan Ranting ‘Aisyiyah Gunung Sari Cabang Karunrung ini berfokus pada deteksi dini status gizi remaja serta edukasi pencegahan penyakit metabolik dan perilaku hidup bersih.

Aksi pengabdian tersebut merupakan wujud nyata komitmen dosen S1 Keperawatan dalam meningkatkan derajat kesehatan anak usia sekolah. Melalui sinergi lintas disiplin ilmu di lingkungan Unismuh Makassar, para siswa tidak hanya mendapatkan layanan pemeriksaan kesehatan fisik, tetapi juga pembekalan literasi digital dan kebahasaan.

Rangkaian kegiatan dibuka dengan sesi skrining kesehatan secara menyeluruh. Tim dosen dan mahasiswa Prodi S1 Keperawatan melakukan pemeriksaan Indeks Massa Tubuh (IMT) menggunakan metode Kalkulator Persentil IMT standar Organisasi Kesehatan Dunia (WHO) khusus kategori usia 5–19 tahun. Skrining ini bertujuan memetakan status gizi siswa secara akurat guna mendeteksi risiko gizi kurang maupun obesitas sejak dini. Pada saat bersamaan, tim dari Program Studi Kedokteran Gigi Unismuh Makassar juga memberikan layanan pemeriksaan kesehatan gigi dan mulut secara langsung.

Usai menjalani pemeriksaan fisik, para siswa mengikuti sesi penyuluhan kesehatan interaktif. Dosen S1 Keperawatan Unismuh Makassar, Rahmawati, S.Kp., M.Kes., membawakan materi mengenai bahaya gaya hidup tidak sehat (unhealthy lifestyle) serta kaitannya dengan faktor risiko sindrom metabolik dan Diabetes Melitus Tipe 2 (DMT2) pada usia remaja. Ia menekankan pentingnya membatasi junkfood, screen time, mager, rokok/vape dan rutin beraktivitas fisik, agar terhindar dari penyakit degeneratif.

Selanjutnya, sesi edukasi dilanjutkan oleh Nurlina, S.Kep., Ns., M.Kep., yang memaparkan materi mengenai Perilaku Hidup Bersih dan Sehat (PHBS) di lingkungan sekolah. Siswa diajak membiasakan langkah-langkah kebersihan dasar, seperti mencuci tangan pakai sabun dan menjaga kebersihan ruang kelas sebagai benteng utama pencegahan penyakit menular.

Melengkapi edukasi kesehatan tersebut, tim dosen Program Studi Kedokteran Gigi memberikan penyuluhan cara menjaga kesehatan gigi dan mulut yang benar. Sementara itu, dosen dari fakultas lain membekali siswa dengan materi literasi era modern, meliputi pemanfaatan kecerdasan buatan (Artificial Intelligence/AI) secara bijak, pencegahan perundungan siber (cyberbullying), serta penggunaan bahasa Indonesia yang baik dan benar.

Ketua Panitia PkM Lintas Fakultas Unismuh Makassar, Dr. drg. Rosmaladewi Talli, S.KG., M.Kes., menjelaskan bahwa sinergi lintas prodi ini dirancang untuk menjawab kebutuhan kesehatan dan karakter remaja secara komprehensif.

“Kolaborasi lintas fakultas ini kami rancang agar intervensi yang diberikan kepada siswa tidak berjalan parsial. Melalui pemeriksaan fisik seperti skrining IMT dan kesehatan gigi yang dipadukan dengan edukasi pencegahan diabetes serta literasi digital, kami berharap para siswa memiliki kesadaran penuh untuk menjaga kesehatan diri sejak dini,” ujar Dr. drg. Rosmaladewi Talli, S.KG., M.Kes.

Sementara itu, Ketua Pimpinan Ranting ‘Aisyiyah Gunung Sari, Cabang Karunrung, Dra. Rosdiana Djamhuri, M.Pd., mengapresiasi keterlibatan aktif akademisi Unismuh Makassar di lingkungan amal usaha Muhammadiyah.

“Kegiatan nyata seperti ini sangat dibutuhkan untuk mendampingi tumbuh kembang generasi muda di sekolah-sekolah Muhammadiyah. Kami berharap sinergi antara Pimpinan Ranting ‘Aisyiyah Gunung Sari dan Unismuh Makassar terus berlanjut secara berkesinambungan demi mencetak kader yang sehat dan cerdas,” ungkap Dra. Rosdiana Djamhuri, M.Pd.

Senada dengan hal tersebut, Kepala SMP Muhammadiyah 12 Makassar, Ahmad Mustanir, S.Pd., S.Pd.I., menyambut baik pelaksanaan skrining dan penyuluhan tersebut karena dinilai sangat relevan dengan kondisi siswa saat ini.

“Kami sangat berterima kasih atas pendampingan dari tim dosen Unismuh Makassar. Hasil skrining status gizi dan edukasi mengenai bahaya sedentary life, junkfood serta PHBS ini menjadi bekal yang sangat berharga bagi siswa kami, sekaligus melengkapi materi pembelajaran di sekolah,” tutur Ahmad Mustanir, S.Pd., S.Pd.I. Melalui kegiatan PkM kolaboratif ini, Prodi S1 Keperawatan Unismuh Makassar berharap para siswa dapat menerapkan pola hidup sehat dalam keseharian. Sinergi antarfakultas ini diharapkan terus berlanjut sebagai wujud implementasi Catur Dharma Perguruan Tinggi Muhammadiyah dalam menjawab tantangan kesehatan dan sosial di tengah masyarakat.