Syncope Management Education Improves Preparedness Among Teenagers in Balecatur

Fainting or syncope is a condition of sudden and temporary loss of consciousness caused by a decrease in blood flow and oxygen to the brain. This condition is often preceded by symptoms such as dizziness, blurred vision, or ringing in the ears. Although it may seem minor, syncope has the potential to cause injury in 28 percent of cases. Therefore, proper knowledge and the right approach in providing first aid for syncope are crucial to prevent further injury risks.

In Balecatur Village, Sleman, syncope management has become a significant health issue. Many residents engage in strenuous physical activity under the hot sun, increasing the risk of this condition. Unfortunately, the lack of public knowledge about the symptoms and proper procedures for handling fainting often leads to delayed responses, resulting in potential injuries. In response to this issue, health education on first aid for syncope cases is considered an effective solution to increase public awareness and ability to respond to such emergency situations.

Dr. M. Ali Imron, M.Fis, as Vice Rector IV of UNISA Yogyakarta, in his opening remarks stated that disaster studies have become an integral part of almost all programs at UNISA Yogyakarta, even since the campus was still known as STIKES `Aisyiyah Yogyakarta.

“Disaster-related issues are not just a single discipline, but an interdisciplinary field,” said Imron.

Recognizing the importance of a multidisciplinary approach, UNISA Yogyakarta established a special institution in 2016 called the Center for Women, Family, and Disaster Studies (PSPKB).

Imron added that the establishment of PSPKB aims primarily to enhance capabilities, prepare for learning, build networks, and develop guidelines that can be utilized by communities when disasters occur. The 2025 International Conference itself was attended by 130 participants from various regions in Indonesia, indicating the high level of interest in disaster-related issues and the central role of women within them.