Family Awareness Level Regarding Measles Immunization at UPT Puskesmas Sering In 2025

Abstract

Measles is a dangerous contagious disease, especially for children, and can be prevented through immunization. However, measles immunization coverage in Indonesia has declined, including in the service area of UPT Puskesmas sering , which experienced an outbreak at the beginning of 2025 with 15 confirmed cases. Low family awareness, particularly the lack of support from husbands or other family members, has become one of the obstacles to immunization uptake. To determine the level of family awareness regarding the importance of measles immunization in the working area of UPT Puskesmas sering . This study used a descriptive observational design with a cross-sectional approach. The population consisted of all families with members suffering from measles, and the sample was selected using total sampling. The instruments used were questionnaires on the level of community awareness regarding measles vaccination and family support, which were used to assess knowledge and family support. Of 20 respondents, most were aged 36-45 years (45%), had junior high school education (60%), and worked as housewives (60%). Most respondents had good knowledge about measles immunization (70%), but only 35% received good family support, while 40% received poor support. Only 33.3% of respondents stated that their children had received measles immunization. Although family knowledge was generally good, support for measles immunization remained low. The lack of support was influenced by religious beliefs, concerns about side effects, and low awareness of the importance of immunization. Educational efforts involving religious leaders and personal approaches are needed to increase immunization coverage.