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The effectiveness of digital media in improving menstrual hygiene knowledge among adolescent girls: a study in junior high schools in Bandung regency

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Background: Menstrual hygiene management is a critical aspect of adolescent girls' health, yet knowledge gaps remain in many developing countries, including Indonesia. With the increasing use of digital media among adolescents, this study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of digital electronic media in improving menstrual hygiene knowledge among adolescent girls in junior high schools in Bandung Regency.Methods: A quasi-experimental design was used involving 180 adolescent girls from six junior high schools (three private and three public schools), with 30 participants from each school. The intervention group received educational content on menstrual hygiene through digital electronic media, while the control group followed traditional educational methods. The knowledge level of the participants was assessed using a pre-test and post-test format, with results analyzed to determine the difference between groups.Findings: The study found a significant improvement in menstrual hygiene knowledge among the intervention group compared to the control group. The mean difference in knowledge scores between the intervention and control groups was 15 points, with a 95% confidence interval (CI) of 12.5 to 17.5. The intervention group exhibited a greater increase in knowledge, particularly in topics related to proper menstrual hygiene practices and the use of sanitary products. Public and private school students both showed improvements, but the effect was more pronounced in private schools.Interpretation: The findings suggest that digital electronic media is an effective tool for improving menstrual hygiene knowledge among adolescent girls. The intervention not only enhanced overall knowledge but also offered a scalable and accessible approach to health education, particularly in areas with high digital penetration. These results highlight the potential for digital platforms to be incorporated into public health strategies for improving adolescent health outcomes, especially in low-resource settings.Funding: This study was funded by the Institut Kesehatan Immanuel.

Source: BMC Public Health

DOI: 10.1186/s12889-025-24967-4

Authors: Fahmi Fuadah, Gurdani Yogisutanti, Berlyna D. Saragih

Institution: Insitut Kesehatan Immanuel

Language: English

Topic: Menstrual Health and Disorders

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Quality education, Gender equality

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,290