NERS NEWS — Surabaya, August 21, 2026. Nursing Profession students of the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, conducted a health education activity on HIV/AIDS in front of the Pharmacy of Building B, Graha Trimed, Universitas Airlangga Hospital. This activity was part of the implementation of health promotion practice aimed at increasing public knowledge and awareness regarding HIV/AIDS, including prevention efforts and the importance of early detection and treatment.
The health education activity carried the theme “Recognize HIV/AIDS, Prevent Its Transmission!” and was conducted in the area in front of the Pharmacy of Building B, Graha Trimed, Universitas Airlangga Hospital, targeting patients, patients’ families, and hospital visitors. The activity was guided by Nursing Profession students of the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, using lecture, discussion, and question-and-answer methods.
The material presented included the definition of HIV/AIDS, modes of transmission, risk factors, signs and symptoms, and steps that can be taken to prevent HIV transmission. In addition, participants were also educated about the importance of HIV testing, obtaining accurate information about HIV/AIDS, and avoiding stigma and discrimination against people living with HIV.
During the activity, the students also used educational media to help participants understand the information presented. The media contained information about HIV/AIDS, its modes of transmission and prevention, as well as the importance of increasing public awareness of health and safe living behaviors.
Throughout the activity, participants showed enthusiasm in following the health education. Participants also took part in the discussion and question-and-answer session regarding HIV/AIDS, particularly concerning modes of transmission, prevention, and the importance of testing and treatment. Through this activity, participants were expected to gain accurate knowledge and no longer have misconceptions about HIV/AIDS.
This health education activity was also a form of contribution by nursing students in supporting health promotion efforts within Universitas Airlangga Hospital. Increasing public knowledge about HIV/AIDS is expected to encourage preventive behaviors, reduce the risk of transmission, and help reduce stigma and discrimination against people living with HIV.
Through this educational activity, Nursing Profession students of the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, hoped that the community would become more concerned about health, have a correct understanding of HIV/AIDS, and be able to implement preventive measures in daily life.
Writer: Rachma Eka Putri Sasono
