HUBUNGAN KONDISI FISIK RUMAH DENGAN KEJADIAN TUBERKULOSIS PARU (TB PARU) DI WILAYAH KERJA PUSKESMAS SIDOMULYO KOTA BENGKULU

Abstract

Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious infectious disease that remains a serious health problem worldwide, particularly in developing countries, with the number of cases tending to increase each year. Its widespread impact on public health makes TB a global challenge that requires ongoing attention. This study aims to examine the association between physical housing conditions and the incidence of pulmonary tuberculosis in the service area of the Sidomulyo Health Center, Bengkulu City. The research method used is analytical with a Instant study design to investigate the interrelationships between various aspects of the physical environment factors of the home—including ventilation, lighting, occupancy density, and temperature—and the incidence of pulmonary TB. The study sample consisted of 30 respondents, equally divided between the pulmonary TB group (15 individuals) and the non-pulmonary TB group (15 individuals). A statistically significant association was found between ventilation area and pulmonary TB incidence (p = 0.028). A significant correlation was identified between lighting levels and Incidence of pulmonary tuberculosis (p = 0.001). A significant correlation was also identified between occupancy concentration and incidence of pulmonary tuberculosis (p = 0.015). There was a significant correlation between room temperature and incidence of pulmonary tuberculosis (p = 0.013). The results of this study emphasize the importance of adopting a sterile and healthy lifestyle, and efforts to maintain residential area comfort index. These actions have the potential to improve people's standard of living while reducing the potential for the spread of TB