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207 gap statements mined from Public Health and Nutrition papers in our 4.5M-paper local library, which holds 648 papers on the topic — drawn mostly from each paper's own stated research gap, future-work, challenge and limitation notes, and its abstract. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one.

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  • There is a need for effective interventions to prevent stunting in children.- There is a lack of studies on the effectiveness of participatory workshop approaches in preventing stunting.

    Strategi Pencegahan Stunting di Desa Penyabangan: Pemberdayaan Ibu Rumah Tangga dalam Penyusunan Menu Gizi Berbasis Ikan · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of effective programs to improve oral health knowledge and skills among preschool children. The current programs do not address the specific needs of preschool children.

    GIGITA’: Gerakan Edukasi Kesehatan Gigi Dan Mulut Pada Anak Taman Kanak-Kanak Di Kelurahan Tamalanrea Indah · 2026 · DOI

  • The gap is addressed through the development of an approach that involves education, training, and mentoring.

    Optimalisasi Manajemen Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Berbasis Toga Dalam Upaya Pengendalian Diabetes Melitus · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of knowledge among husbands regarding the physical and psychological changes during the postpartum period. This gap can affect a mother's emotional state after delivery.

    Peningkatan Pengetahuan Suami Ibu Hamil Tentang Postpartum Blues Dengan Video Edukasi · 2026 · DOI

  • Further studies can be conducted to evaluate the long-term effectiveness of the 'Detektif Siaga Gula' program. The program can be adapted and implemented in various educational settings to promote nutrition literacy and healthy eating habits among children. Research can be conducted to develop new and innovative approaches to promoting healthy eating habits among children.

    Detektif Siaga Gula: Inovasi Edukasi Untuk Meningkatkan Literasi Gizi Pada Anak Sekolah Dasar · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need for effective education and awareness programs to promote nutrition literacy and healthy eating habits among children. Existing programs may not be engaging or interactive enough to capture students' attention and improve their knowledge.

    Detektif Siaga Gula: Inovasi Edukasi Untuk Meningkatkan Literasi Gizi Pada Anak Sekolah Dasar · 2026 · DOI

  • The program's implementation is dependent on the availability of external donors for funding. The program's success is dependent on the commitment of implementers. The program's bureaucratic structure needs to adhere to clear standard operating procedures.

    Implementation Of The Great Parent School Program In Stunting Prevention In Bebekan Village, Taman District · 2026 · DOI

  • The study's findings are limited to the context of Bebekan Village, Taman District. The study's sample size is limited to key informants, namely health cadres, Working Group 4, and mothers of toddlers. The study's data collection methods may be subject to bias.

    Implementation Of The Great Parent School Program In Stunting Prevention In Bebekan Village, Taman District · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a gap in the knowledge and skills of Indonesian Red Cross volunteers in caring for the elderly. The number of elderly people in Indonesia is increasing, and they require skilled caregivers.

    PENGUTAN KAPASITAS RELAWAN PMI MELALUI PELATIHAN PERAWATAN KELUARGA DAN PRAKTIK LAPANGAN PADA PANTI JOMPO · 2026 · DOI

  • The lack of effective programs to improve the independence of elderly individuals in managing chronic diseases. The need for a culturally sensitive approach to health education.

    Peningkatan Kemandirian Lansia dalam Manajemen Penyakit Kronis Melalui Edukasi Partisipatif di Kelurahan Kuin Cerucuk · 2026 · DOI

  • The lack of effective health education methods for children. The need for innovative health education methods that consider children's cognitive and emotional characteristics.

    EDUKASI VISUAL STORYTELLING UNTUK PENCEGAHAN RISIKO DIABETES PADA ANAK · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of effective health education methods for children. Conventional health education methods are often ineffective in preventing diabetes in children.

    EDUKASI VISUAL STORYTELLING UNTUK PENCEGAHAN RISIKO DIABETES PADA ANAK · 2026 · DOI

  • Further studies can be conducted to evaluate the long-term effects of this intervention. Other community-based approaches can be explored to address malnutrition in children.

    Edukasi Kader Posyandu dan PKK Tentang Pemberian Makanan Pendamping Menggunakan Sayuran Lokal · 2026 · DOI

  • The gap is the lack of effective communication skills among Posyandu cadres and the limited use of digital media, - The study aims to address this gap by using a participatory training approach and digital media.

    Peningkatan Partisipasi Posyandu Melati Indah di Ciporang Kuningan Melalui Komunikasi Persuasif dan Media Digital · 2026 · DOI

  • Further studies can be conducted to evaluate the long-term effects of the intervention. The study's findings can be applied to other settings to improve the quality of life of older adults.

    Peningkatan Pengetahuan Lansia tentang Diabetes Mellitus melalui Edukasi Kesehatan dan Demonstrasi Senam Kaki · 2026 · DOI

  • The lack of effective methods for improving older adults' knowledge about Diabetes Mellitus.

    Peningkatan Pengetahuan Lansia tentang Diabetes Mellitus melalui Edukasi Kesehatan dan Demonstrasi Senam Kaki · 2026 · DOI

  • Limited awareness and knowledge of diabetes mellitus and TOGA. Limited behavior change towards a healthy lifestyle.

    Optimalisasi Manajemen Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Berbasis Toga Dalam Upaya Pengendalian Diabetes Melitus · 2026 · DOI

  • To explore the use of other culturally sensitive approaches to health education.

    Peningkatan Kemandirian Lansia dalam Manajemen Penyakit Kronis Melalui Edukasi Partisipatif di Kelurahan Kuin Cerucuk · 2026 · DOI

  • The study had a small sample size, - The study was limited to one Posyandu location, - The study did not control for other factors that may have influenced the results.

    Peningkatan Partisipasi Posyandu Melati Indah di Ciporang Kuningan Melalui Komunikasi Persuasif dan Media Digital · 2026 · DOI

  • Perlu adanya penelitian lebih lanjut tentang peran tenaga kesehatan dalam penanganan penyakit degeneratif pada lansia di Indonesia. Perlu adanya penelitian tentang efektifitas intervensi untuk meningkatkan kualitas pelayanan kesehatan bagi lansia.

    Peran Tenaga Kesehatan dalam Penanganan Penyakit Degeneratif pada Lansia di Puskesmas Negeri Lama: Sebuah Studi Kasus · 2026 · DOI

  • Keterbatasan penelitian tentang peran tenaga kesehatan dalam penanganan penyakit degeneratif pada lansia di Indonesia. Kurangnya penelitian tentang tantangan dan dampak yang dihadapi tenaga kesehatan di Puskesmas Negeri Lama.

    Peran Tenaga Kesehatan dalam Penanganan Penyakit Degeneratif pada Lansia di Puskesmas Negeri Lama: Sebuah Studi Kasus · 2026 · DOI

  • Balita dengan status gizi underweight masih menjadi masalah kesehatan masyarakat di Indonesia. Program Pemberian Makanan Tambahan (PMT) berbasis pangan lokal belum banyak dikaji sebagai intervensi strategis untuk memperbaiki status gizi balita secara berkelanjutan.

    Efektivitas Program Pemberian Makanan Tambahan Lokal Terhadap Perbaikan Status Gizi Balita Underweight Berdasarkan Z-Score Berat Badan Terhadap Umur di Puskesmas Batu Cermin · 2026 · DOI

  • To replicate the GIGITA' program in other preschools. To develop more systematic evaluation instruments. To measure the long-term impact of the program.

    GIGITA’: Gerakan Edukasi Kesehatan Gigi Dan Mulut Pada Anak Taman Kanak-Kanak Di Kelurahan Tamalanrea Indah · 2026 · DOI

  • Rendahnya kemampuan keluarga mengenali tanda bahaya halus. Keterbatasan pengalaman kader dalam melakukan tindakan awal yang aman. Belum optimalnya pemanfaatan sumber daya lokal seperti donor darah berjalan dan transportasi siaga.

    Penguatan Kapasitas Masyarakat dalam Penanganan Awal Kegawatdaruratan Kebidanan Sebelum Rujukan · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies a gap in dental health education for preschool children. The study highlights the importance of addressing this gap to prevent dental caries in children.

    Dental Check Up Anak TK Taman Ceria dalam Rangka Hari Kesehatan Gigi Nasional · 2026 · DOI

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Open questions raised by papers listed on this page include: (1) There is a need for effective interventions to prevent stunting in children.- There is a lack of studies on the effectiveness of participatory workshop approaches in preventing stunting (“Strategi Pencegahan Stunting di Desa Penyabangan: Pemberdayaan Ibu Rumah Tangga…”, 2026); (2) There is a lack of effective programs to improve oral health knowledge and skills among preschool children (“GIGITA’: Gerakan Edukasi Kesehatan Gigi Dan Mulut Pada Anak Taman Kanak-Kanak…”, 2026); (3) There is a lack of knowledge among husbands regarding the physical and psychological changes during the postpartum period (“Peningkatan Pengetahuan Suami Ibu Hamil Tentang Postpartum Blues Dengan Video…”, 2026); (4) There is a need for effective education and awareness programs to promote nutrition literacy and healthy eating habits among children (“Detektif Siaga Gula: Inovasi Edukasi Untuk Meningkatkan Literasi Gizi Pada Anak…”, 2026); (5) The lack of effective programs to improve the independence of elderly individuals in managing chronic diseases (“Peningkatan Kemandirian Lansia dalam Manajemen Penyakit Kronis Melalui Edukasi…”, 2026). 207 gap statements have been mined from Public Health and Nutrition papers in our 4.5M-paper local library, which holds 648 papers on the topic; the gaps come from whichever of those papers state one. They are mostly the research gaps the authors state and the papers' abstracts, plus future-work, limitations and challenges passages. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one, so you can read the original claim in context.

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