NERS NEWS — Students from the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga conducted a health education activity themed “Beware of Stroke: Early Detection to Save Lives” on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 08.00–08.30 WIB at Puskesmas Kenjeran. This activity aimed to improve public knowledge regarding the signs and symptoms of stroke and the importance of early detection in preventing more severe complications.
The educational session was carried out through direct public education regarding the definition of stroke, risk factors, warning signs, and preventive measures that can be implemented through a healthy lifestyle. The students also explained the importance of rapid treatment for stroke patients in order to reduce the risk of disability and death.
This educational activity was conducted by Clinical Nursing Practice students from Groups A1 and A2, Class A1, Batch 2023 of the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga. The activity took place on May 13, 2026, at Puskesmas Kenjeran and involved healthcare workers and local community members as participants in the health education session.
This activity was organized to fulfill the requirements of the Clinical Nursing Practice program while also increasing public awareness regarding the importance of early stroke detection. This health education initiative also served as support for the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being, through promotive and preventive efforts aimed at reducing the incidence of non-communicable diseases.
Through this activity, students were expected to develop therapeutic communication skills, health education abilities, and greater concern for public health. In addition, the community was expected to gain a better understanding of stroke symptoms so that they could take quick and appropriate action in emergency situations. This health education regarding early stroke detection is expected to provide tangible benefits to the community by increasing awareness about the importance of stroke prevention and early management. The activity also represents a contribution from the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga in supporting improvements in public health quality and the achievement of SDGs in the fields of health and education.
Writer: Nafila Fauziah
