Organization: Komda PGPKT Kabupaten Gunungkidul – dr. Ima Dewi Rosmawati, M.Sc., Sp.T.H.T.B.K.L.
Title: Community Service Program: Cerumen Extraction, Nutritional Assessment, and Health Seminar at Integrated Health Service Post for the Elderly
Al title (for format and translation – not permanent:
Community Service Program: Cerumen extraction, nutritional assessment, and health seminar at integrated health service post for the elderly
Description:
Komda PGPKT Kabupaten Gunungkidul organized a community service program at the Integrated Health Service Post for the Elderly in Pager Hamlet, Logandeng Village, Playen District, Gunungkidul Regency. The program aimed to promote hearing health and overall well-being among older adults in the community. Activities included hearing screening, cerumen extraction, ear and hearing health education, and nutritional assessment to support early detection, prevention, and healthy aging. The program also provided education on proper ear care and the importance of early detection of hearing problems to maintain communication ability and quality of life in older adults.
Primary site: SEAR- Indonesia
Region: SEAR
Impactful Story:
Mrs. Siti, a 68-year-old participant, had experienced gradual hearing difficulties for months but believed it was a normal part of aging. She often asked others to repeat themselves and began avoiding social gatherings. During the Komda PGPKT Kabupaten Gunungkidul World Hearing Day community service event, a hearing screening identified impacted cerumen as the cause of her reduced hearing. After undergoing on-site cerumen extraction, she immediately noticed clearer hearing. She also received education on proper ear care and regular check-ups. Following the event, she regained confidence, rejoined community activities, and encouraged others to seek early ear examinations.
General Photos
After event group photo
Ear and hearing care education
Cerumen extraction
Physical examination for the elderly
Types of Engagement:
Live event: Yes
Screening: Yes
Traditional media: Yes
Social media: Yes
Special needs populations: older adults
Met with individual policymaker: Yes
Participation of policy makers: Yes
Participation of influencers: Yes
WHO technical tool used: Yes
WHO educational and social media used: Yes