Abstract:
This study aims to evaluate the impact of health education on improving the
knowledge of mothers of toddlers in the prevention of Acute Respiratory
Infections (ARI) at UPTD Puskesmas Rancah in 2024. The research employs a
quasi-experimental method with a pre-test and post-test design to measure
changes in knowledge before and after the health education intervention. The
sample consists of 96 mothers of toddlers selected through purposive sampling,
who participated in a health education program specifically designed to enhance
understanding of ARI prevention. The results indicate a significant increase in
mothers' knowledge after receiving health education, reflecting the effectiveness
of the program in raising awareness and knowledge about the importance of ARI
prevention in young children. Health education has proven to be an effective tool
in supporting disease prevention efforts and improving the quality of life for
toddlers.
