NERS NEWS — A delegation from the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, led by Dr. Rista Fauziningtyas, S.Kep., Ns., M.Kep., Ph.D., together with Dr. Elida Ulfiana, S.Kep., Ns., M.Kep., and students Firli Ramadhana and Yuliana Rahmah, shared knowledge on elderly safety during the International Community Development program held at Klinik Kesihatan Menggatal, Sabah, Malaysia, on Thursday, July 2, 2026. The activity was attended by residents of Menggatal, Diploma in Nursing students from Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) and Universiti Cyberjaya, lecturers from UMS, and healthcare professionals from Klinik Kesihatan Menggatal.
During the session, the delegation from the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga highlighted the importance of implementing safety principles for older adults, who are at greater risk of injuries, falls, and complications associated with chronic diseases. The speakers explained that the aging process can affect mobility, independence, and overall quality of life. Therefore, preventive measures, including early detection, support from family members and healthcare professionals, as well as regular physical activity and exercise are essential to maintaining physical function and promoting independence among older adults.
The learning session was conducted in an engaging and interactive atmosphere. Participants remained attentive throughout the presentation and actively participated in the discussion session by asking questions and sharing their experiences regarding healthcare services for older adults.
One of the nurses from Klinik Kesihatan Menggatal expressed appreciation for the presentation. “The material was excellent and beneficial, not only for students but also for the wider audience,” said Nurse Yumini.
As a token of appreciation, UMS presented souvenirs and certificates to the lecturers from the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga for serving as guest speakers. In addition to providing a platform for knowledge exchange, the program also offered valuable learning experiences for students from the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga by introducing them to community healthcare approaches in Malaysia, broadening their cross-cultural perspectives, and enhancing their understanding of international collaboration in nursing practice.
Through this activity, the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga continues to strengthen international collaboration in education and community engagement. The program supports the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being by enhancing the capacity of healthcare professionals, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals by strengthening international collaboration among academic institutions.
Writer: Firli Ramadhana
