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Community-Based Approaches to Sustainable Health Campaigns in Malaria Prevention and Control in Jayapura, Papua

Authors
Veronika Veronika1, *, Bertha Murtiningsih1
1Universitas Multimedia Nusantara, Tangerang, Indonesia
*Corresponding author. Email: veronika.kaban@umn.ac.id
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Veronika Veronika
Available Online 30 April 2026.
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-573-7_23How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Health communication; sustainable development; Malaria; Papua
Abstract

This research is motivated by the importance of intercultural communication competencies based on local wisdom and cultural norms approach in health communication practices. The objectives of this research are to Identify health communication problems in handling malaria diseases in health centers in Jayapura, Papua Province. The research methodology used is a qualitative approach with a case study method. Data collection was carried out through in-depth interviews and document studies. Informants and participants in the study amounted to 6 people including medical practitioners from health centers. The findings Health communication, particularly in preventing and treating malaria in Papua, remains a significant challenge. Obstacles identified include language, cultural, and educational barriers among the diverse population.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the International Conference on Communication and New Media Studies (COMNEWS 2025)
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Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
Publication Date
30 April 2026
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978-2-38476-573-7
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2352-5398
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