Early Detection and Prevention Education of Diabetes Mellitus in Students of SMA Negeri 1 Samudera, North Aceh Regency

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by excessive eating, drinking, and urination. This disease is primarily caused by unhealthy lifestyle habits. Adolescents are particularly vulnerable to unhealthy diets and infrequent physical activity, which makes them prone to developing diabetes mellitus. The purpose of this community service activity is to identify diabetes mellitus (DM) at an early stage and to increase students' awareness about preventing the onset of DM at a young age. The target of this activity was the students of SMA Negeri 1 Samudera, North Aceh Regency, totaling 216 students. The method used in this activity was to perform blood sugar tests on students who were willing, and the test results showed that the participants' blood sugar levels were still within normal limits. Afterward, education on DM prevention was provided. The activity ran smoothly, and the students understood the material presented, as evidenced by the evaluation results, which showed that the majority of students had a good to very good level of knowledge regarding DM prevention. The expected outcome is an increase in knowledge and a shift in adolescent behavior toward a healthier lifestyle. The target output is the publication of the community service results in a SINTA-accredited journal (SINTA 1-6).