Case Study of The Effect of Herbal Cigarette use on Reproductive Health

Abstract

Researchers observe a phenomena in Magelang Regency, especially in Mertoyudan District. We are as Indonesian citizens and as health workers must be concerned about the health problems around us. So researchers want to see how much herbal smoking has influenced on reproductive health for humans. In general, smoking affects public health and Reproductive health greatly, however based on the developing issues herbal cigarettes are different from ordinary cigarettes that they can cure all diseases and improve reproductive health. Objective: To find out how much herbal cigarettes have influenced on reproductive health both women and men. Method: This type of quantitative research with correlational analysis that combines the two methods in research so the results are maximized. The approach used in this study is Cross Sectional in families who use or consume herbal cigarettes. The data used in this study are primary data and secondary data, population are families who use herbal cigarettes. Data collection is carried out by observation, questionnaires. Quantitative data processing is carried out by data analysis by editing, mater data. Clearing and data processing with Univariate and effect testing. Results: Characteristics of most respondents aged 46-55 years by 32%, high school education by 56%, most jobs are private employees by 54%, duration of using cigarettes 3-4 years by 40%, for male sex by 62%. 61.24% and women 68.42%.