Author Guidelines

Jurnal Sehat Nusantara (SENTARA)

Manuscripts must be prepared in Microsoft Word (.docx) format and written according to the SENTARA Article Template. All manuscripts are submitted online through the official SENTARA journal website.

Submitted articles must be original works derived from community service activities in the health sector and must not have been previously published or be under review in another journal.

 

ARTICLE STRUCTURE

ARTICLE TITLE

The article title must be clear, concise, and informative, reflecting the core focus of the community service activity. The maximum length of the title is 15 words.

The title must be written in Indonesian and English, followed by:

• Full names of all authors without academic titles
• Institutional affiliations of each author
• One author designated as the corresponding author, including an active email address

 

ABSTRACT

The abstract must be written in one paragraph and contain:

• Background of the problem
• Objectives of the activity
• Methods of implementation
• Key results
• Conclusion

The abstract must not include:

• References or citations
• Abbreviations or acronyms
• Footnotes
• Mathematical expressions, questions, or speculative statements

The abstract must be an original summary and not a direct copy of sentences from the main text.

The maximum length is 250 words.

 

INTRODUCTION

The introduction describes the background and rationale of the community service activity. This section should include:

• Description of the health-related problem and community context
• Characteristics of the target community
• Problem formulation
• Objectives of the activity
• Explanation of innovation or novelty of the program

The introduction must be supported by relevant primary references, especially peer-reviewed journal articles. References should preferably be published within the last 10 years.

 

METHODS

Description of Target Community and Data Collection

This subsection explains the characteristics of the community or participants involved, including:

• Type of target group (individuals, groups, or communities)
• Inclusion criteria
• Number of participants
• Time and location of implementation

If data collection is conducted, authors must describe the data collection techniques and instruments clearly and systematically.

Implementation Procedures

The implementation process must be presented in a sequential and systematic manner, describing each stage of the activity. Each stage should explain:

• Type of activity conducted
• Methods applied
• Roles of the implementation team and community partners
• Media, tools, or materials used

If methods are adapted from previous studies or programs, proper citation is mandatory. Activities involving human participants must adhere to ethical principles, including informed consent and confidentiality.

 

RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

The results and discussion may be presented:

• As a single integrated section, or
• As separate sections, depending on the complexity of the activity

Results must be based on actual data obtained from the community service activity and may be presented in the form of tables or figures (choose one).

All tables and figures must:

• Be numbered sequentially
• Have clear titles
• Be explicitly referenced in the text

The discussion should interpret the results in relation to:

• Objectives of the activity
• Needs of the target community
• Relevant theories or previous studies

 

CONCLUSION

The conclusion summarizes the main outcomes of the community service activity, including:

• Key achievements
• Strengths and limitations of the program
• Potential for further development or sustainability

The conclusion may be written in paragraph form or presented as bullet points.

 

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Acknowledgements may be addressed to:

• Funding agencies
• Institutional partners
• Community participants or individuals who contributed significantly to the implementation of the activity

 

REFERENCES

All sources cited in the text must appear in the reference list, and all references listed must be cited in the text. In-text citations use the author–year format.

References must follow the American Psychological Association (APA) Style, with the following requirements:

• At least 80% primary sources (peer-reviewed journals, proceedings, research reports)
• A maximum of 20% secondary sources (books, theses, dissertations, and online sources)

The use of reference management software (Mendeley or Zotero) is strongly recommended.

Journal Articles

Hidayat, U., Indasah, I., & Hasbyalloh, M. S. (2024). Strategies to increase coverage of non-communicable disease screening (hypertension and diabetes mellitus) at Cisalak Primary Health Center. Jurnal Mandala Pengabdian Masyarakat, 6(1), 47–52.

Hartati, S., Ayu, S. A., Prasetyo, M. D., Hasbyalloh, M. S., Shirly, S. F., & Hanapi, A. (2024). Increased involvement of health cadres of the stunting acceleration team: KASI JENTING (Kader Siap Deteksi Jejaring Stunting). Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Sabangka, 4(3), 187–199.

 

 

REFERENCES (EXAMPLES – HEALTH SCIENCE BOOKS)

Books

Potter, P. A., Perry, A. G., Stockert, P. A., & Hall, A. M. (2021). Fundamentals of nursing (10th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier.

Stanhope, M., & Lancaster, J. (2020). Public health nursing: Population-centered health care in the community (10th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier.

Lowdermilk, D. L., Perry, S. E., Cashion, K., & Alden, K. R. (2020). Maternity and women’s health care (12th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier.

Hockenberry, M. J., & Wilson, D. (2019). Wong’s nursing care of infants and children (11th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier.

World Health Organization. (2018). WHO recommendations: Intrapartum care for a positive childbirth experience. Geneva: World Health Organization.

 

In-Text Citation Examples

(Potter et al., 2021)

(Stanhope & Lancaster, 2020)

(World Health Organization [WHO], 2018) → subsequent citation: (WHO, 2018)