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DISASTER CONDITIONS OF THE ERUPTION OF MOUNT SEMERU: THE ROLE OF HEALTH WORKERS AND COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION IN HEALTH PROBLEMS
Erna Desi Faradinah*, Ali Badrudin and Isa Ma’rufi
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Background: Mount Semeru poses a significant disaster potential, particularly due to the risk of cold lava andother disaster possibilities. These events can have adverse impacts on the declining quality of life for residents,particularly in terms of health. Post-disaster, healthcare services for disaster victims become crucial issue.Material & Methods: The data analysis employed in this study is analytical descriptive data analysis using adesk review method. Result: The role of healthcare professionals in disaster management is crucial,encompassing pre-disaster, during the event, and post-disaster phases. Conclusion: Hierarchical organization andthe role of community health centers (Puskesmas) are of paramount importance. In this context, the involvementof Puskesmas in disaster-stricken areas, spanning pre-disaster, during the event, and post-disaster phases, isessential. Minimum standards have been established, encompassing healthcare services, infectious diseaseprevention, nutrition, environment, and basic health needs. In the 2021 eruption of Mount Semeru, the number ofcasualties could be minimized through the presence of efficient healthcare personnel and effective coordinationamong agencies. Active community participation also plays a vital role in disaster mitigation.
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