SIGAP TB: Family Synergy as the Key to Prevention and Management of Pulmonary Tuberculosis

SIGAP TB: Sinergi Keluarga sebagai Kunci Pencegahan dan Penanganan Tuberkulosis Paru

Abstract

Pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) remains a serious public health issue in Indonesia, facing multidimensional challenges such as low family awareness, social stigma, and poor treatment adherence. The community service program “Family Synergy in Pulmonary TB Prevention and Management” (SIGAB TB) aims to improve family health literacy through education on TB recognition, transmission prevention, and treatment management. The method combines educational approaches and direct practice through training sessions involving lectures, discussions, and simulations. The program is organized into three main stages: orientation, implementation, and closing. Evaluation results demonstrated a significant increase in participants’ average knowledge scores from 61,3% to 80%, reflecting the success of health education in recognizing TB, preventing transmission, and emphasizing treatment adherence. This approach strengthens the family’s role as a key agent in breaking the TB transmission chain and supporting successful therapy. The synergy between families and healthcare workers is essential to optimize TB control in the community. These activities highlight the need for contextual and sustainable educational programs to achieve comprehensive TB elimination