Community-Based Approaches to Sustainable Health Campaigns in Malaria Prevention and Control in Jayapura, Papua

Veronika, Veronika (2026) Community-Based Approaches to Sustainable Health Campaigns in Malaria Prevention and Control in Jayapura, Papua. In: International Conference on Communication and New Media Studies (COMNEWS 2025), 14-17 October 2025, Malacca, Malaysia.

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Abstract

This research is motivated by the importance of intercultural communication competencies based on local wisdom and cultural norms approach in health communication practices. The objectives of this research are to Identify health communication problems in handling malaria diseases in health centers in Jayapura, Papua Province. The research methodology used is a qualitative approach with a case study method. Data collection was carried out through in-depth interviews and document studies. Informants and participants in the study amounted to 6 people including medical practitioners from health centers. The findings Health communication, particularly in preventing and treating malaria in Papua, remains a significant challenge. Obstacles identified include language, cultural, and educational barriers among the diverse population.

Item Type:	Conference or Workshop Item (Paper)
Creators:	Veronika, Veronika
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Keywords:	Health communication; sustainable development; Malaria; Papua
Subjects:	300 Social Sciences > 300 Social sciences, sociology and anthropology > 302 Social interaction, Interpersonal interaction > 302.2 Communication
Sustainable Development Goals:	Goal 10 Reduce inequality within and among countries Goal 11. Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable Goal 03. Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being
Divisions:	Faculty of Communication > Digital Journalism
Date Deposited:	07 Oct 2026 02:35
URI:	https://kc.umn.ac.id/id/eprint/49658

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