Implementation of a health education program in Asia, comparing Thailand, Indonesia, and Japan

Terasawa, Koji; Gede, Adiatmika I Putu; Nyoman, Adiputra I; Maruo, Suchinda Jarupat; Kalampakorn, Surintorn; Watanabe, Toshiaki; Sasamori, Fumihito; Kobayashi, Kazuki; Akasaki, Hisaki; Okuhara, M; Uchiyama, Ryoji; Ashida, Kazuki; Tabuchi, Hisaaki; Kayama, Mizue; Futagami, Takao; Nagai, Takashi

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“…This slows down the response time of go-tasks and reduces the number of errors. An additional year of walking, on average 6,500-7,000 steps per day, has been shown to increase the reaction time on go/no-go tasks and reduce the number of errors (8)(9)(10)(11)(12)(13)(14)(15)(16).…”

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“…A previous study of 1,297 participants aged 60 -70 years across 20 geographies found that the number of steps taken by participants was correlated with anthropometry (r = 0.77, P < 0.001), physical fitness (r = 0.86, P = 0.008), and rate of improvement in brain function (r = 0.55, P < 0.021). Based on these results, it can be inferred that participants aged 60 years and older can improve their health if they walk an average of 7,000 steps or more per day (8)(9)(10)(11)(12)(13)(14)(15)(16).…”

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“…In 2013, the Japanese health education system was introduced in cooperation with Mahidol University, Thailand; Udayana University, Indonesia; Southwestern University, Texas; and the School of Medicine of Bohol Island State University, Philippines, in the areas surrounding these universities (8)(9)(10)(11)(12)(13)(14)(15)(16).…”

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“…Blood test results for older adults before the implementation of the health promotion program showed significant improvements in the levels of triglycerides, uric acid, and fasting blood glucose after one year. Prior studies have found that brain function improved among Japanese, Indonesian, and Thai participants in health promotion programs (8)(9)(10)(11)(12)(13)(14)(15)(16).…”

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A Report on Attempts to Acquire Exercise Habits Through Japanese Health Education for Adult Workers from Cebu, Philippines

Peter,

Pastor,

T. Sarza Jr.

et al. 2023

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Background: Good health is a pivotal aspect of daily life that contributes to social development. Physical activity is a vital component of a healthy lifestyle. Health promotion enables individuals to increase their control and improve their health, and health programs promote physical activity to improve health. Objectives: This study aims to introduce the Japanese health education guidelines according to the requirements of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001-certified health education system in the Cebu region of the Philippines and aims to improve the health of the participants. Methods: A 12-month health program was implemented in Cebu City, and 43 participants were recruited, aged 35.0 ± 9.9 years (mean ± SD), including 22 men aged 35.6 ± 7.9 years and 21 women aged 34.3 ± 7.9 years. The effects of the health program and physical activity were assessed using brain function tests and blood chemistry profiles before and after the program. Results: The average number of total daily steps taken by the 43 participants was 6,052. The weight and eyes-open single-leg stance for balance significantly improved. However, no significant differences were observed in the other physical fitness parameters, blood pressure, and brain function values. Conclusions: This health education is characterized by a mechanism that enables the setting of the next goal based on these evaluations and how to improve health. The participants have to be motivated to aim for a 7,000 daily step goal. Therefore, the participants and the staff involved in health education should build a relationship of trust and a deep bond, and the exercise continuation rate may increase, leading to a higher quality of life.

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A Report on Attempts to Acquire Exercise Habits Through Japanese Health Education for Adult Workers from Cebu, Philippines

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T. Sarza Jr.

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“…Metode Pengajaran, guru biasanya menggunakan metode pengajaran yang terstruktur dan interaktif. (Terasawa et al, 2022) mengatakan pada Sekolah Menengah Pertama (Chūgakkõ) berlangsung selama 3 tahun dan dimulai setelah SD selesai sekitar usia 12 tahun. Tujuannya yaitu mempersiapkan siswa untuk pendidikan menengah atas.…”

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Komparasi Sistem Pendidikan Indonesia dengan Negara-Negara OECD

Sumiyaty,

Silvia Dwi Prastiwi,

Sisi Yuliana

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The purpose of writing this article is to study a comparative study of the education system in Indonesia with OECD countries such as Japan, Singapore, Finland and the Netherlands. The background for writing this article is the success of implementing the education system in OECD countries compared to the education system in Indonesia, where there are still many gaps. Because the OECD countries mentioned are countries that are known worldwide for their success in the field of education systems. The writing carried out by this author is research in the form of diagnostics. The writing method used is the literature review method. The results of the study show that the policies taken by the Indonesian government in the education system are not much different from OECD countries. However, the difference lies in the implementation in the field. There are still many gaps due to several factors, including geographical and human factors. These factors are what hinder development in the world of education in Indonesia.

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Human rights health care measures reporting physical fitness test for ages 6 to 17 with 10-year follow-up

Fujimori,

Ashida,

Watanabe

et al. 2024

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Purpose This study aims to compare the physical fitness test results of Japanese children in 2008 and 2018 to narrow the gap between life expectancy and healthy life expectancy and extend healthy life expectancy. In addition, this paper sought to explore the potential of implementing health education programs as a new social context to promote race equality and human rights in health and social care. Design/methodology/approach This study was conducted in 2008 and 2018 in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. Physical fitness tests related to growth and development were administered to participants aged 6–17 years. Findings Physical fitness measurements in 2018, specifically those for walking ability and endurance, were significantly inferior to those in 2008. In a gender-specific analysis, boys outperformed girls in muscle strength, muscle endurance, walking ability and endurance tests, while girls outperformed boys in the balance test. Research limitations/implications Most of the junior and senior high school students who participated in the EO test exceeded the upper limit of 120 s, suggesting that the load of the measurement method is low and improvement is necessary. In 2018, a large variation in 6M results was observed among participants, possibly due to the differences in the level of seriousness during the 6M test. Therefore, to ensure that junior and senior high school students properly perform the EO and 6M tests, it is necessary to devise an effective method of implementation, such as changing the physical fitness test load. Originality/value Mere health education is ineffective to address health inequalities. Addressing structural factors is essential to avoid unintended consequences such as increasing the gap between groups of people. However, one way to extend healthy life expectancy is to improve overall health, including differences in the health status of groups due to differences in region and socioeconomic status.

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Implementation of a health education program in Asia, comparing Thailand, Indonesia, and Japan

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A Report on Attempts to Acquire Exercise Habits Through Japanese Health Education for Adult Workers from Cebu, Philippines

A Report on Attempts to Acquire Exercise Habits Through Japanese Health Education for Adult Workers from Cebu, Philippines

Komparasi Sistem Pendidikan Indonesia dengan Negara-Negara OECD

Human rights health care measures reporting physical fitness test for ages 6 to 17 with 10-year follow-up

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