International Journal of Health Concord

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The International Journal of Health Concord (IHC), eISSN 3090-8884 [e-ISSN Portal; ISSN BRIN] and DOI 10.55018), is a International, open-access, peer-reviewed (double-blind) journal that promotes collaborative health research in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The journal collaborates with the Indonesian Holistic Nurses Association (HPHI) to advance holistic nursing practice and research in Indonesia.

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Dr. dr. Awal Prasetyo, M.Kes., Sp.THT-KL., MM (ARS)

Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang, 50275, Central Java, Indonesia

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Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): International Journal of Health Concord

This issue of the International Journal of Health Concord (IHC) presents a collection of scholarly works reflecting diverse perspectives in global health. It includes 10 research articles authored by 41 contributors representing 14 institutions across 5 countries (Indonesia, Ghana, Ethiopia, Timor-Leste, and India). The topics covered span public health, clinical nursing, midwifery, mental health, stunting prevention, patient mobility, and healthcare leadership.

Published: 2025-12-21

Articles

Effect of Mindfulness-Based Breathing Exercise Combined with Lavender Aromatherapy on Anxiety and Sleep Quality among Hemodialysis Patients: A Quasi-Experimental Study

DOI: https://doi.org/10.55018/ihc.v12.12

Trisno Yuwono , Universitas STRADA Indonesia, Kediri, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

Agusta Dian Ellina , Universitas STRADA Indonesia, Kediri, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

Joko Prasetyo , Universitas STRADA Indonesia, Kediri, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

Atik Setiawan Wahyuningsih , Universitas STRADA Indonesia, Kediri, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

Agustin Widyowati , Universitas STRADA Indonesia, Kediri, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

42-56
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Range of Motion Therapy to Improve Physical Mobility in an Ischemic Stroke Patient: A Case Study

DOI: https://doi.org/10.55018/ihc.v12.14

Nur Fadlilah , Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

https://orcid.org/0009-0007-1104-9669

Yurike Septianingrum , Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7206-6389

Lono Wijayanti , Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6659-5540

Umdatus Soleha , Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5237-9169

57-65
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Effectiveness of an IMB-Based Stunting Prevention Model Among Adolescents: A Quasi-Experimental Study

DOI: https://doi.org/10.55018/ihc.v12.18

Dian Permatasari , Department of Midwifery Professional Study Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, Wiraraja University, Sumenep, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

Ratna Indriyani , Department of Midwifery Professional Study Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, Wiraraja University, Sumenep, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0363-4995

Mujib Hannan , Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Wiraraja University, Sumenep, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9405-6819

Emdat Suprayitno , Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Wiraraja University, Sumenep, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3438-5506

Dian Ika Puspitasari , Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Wiraraja University, Sumenep, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9402-334X

66-72
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Baby Food Labelling Compliance with FDA Standards in Ghana: A Cross-sectional Assessment of 104 Products

DOI: https://doi.org/10.55018/ihc.v12.24

Vicentia Dapaah , University of Education, Winneba, Central Region, Ghana , Ghana

Oscar Agyemang Opoku , University of Development Studies, Northern Region, Ghana , Ghana

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5665-5685

Samuel Sebe Mensah , University of Cape Coast, Central Region, Ghana , Ghana

George Afful , University of Cape Coast, Central Region, Ghana , Ghana

https://orcid.org/0009-0007-2542-1812

Duah Prempeh Kelvin , University of Cape Coast, Central Region, Ghana , Ghana

73-84
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Integrated Stunting Reduction Model through Supplementary Feeding and Deworming: A Cross-Sectional SEM-PLS Study among Toddlers

DOI: https://doi.org/10.55018/ihc.v12.22

Yulia Wardita , Department Midwifery Professional Study Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, Wiraraja University, Sumenep, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

https://orcid.org/0009-0007-2306-5375

Eka Meiri Kurniyati , Department Midwifery Professional Study Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, Wiraraja University, Sumenep, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

https://orcid.org/0009-0003-2531-3281

Dian Permatasari , Department Midwifery Professional Study Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, Wiraraja University, Sumenep, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

85-98
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The Relationship Between Nurse Burnout and the Implementation of Patient Safety Goals: A Cross-Sectional Study

DOI: https://doi.org/10.55018/ihc.v12.26

Jismer Panjaitan , Arta Kabanjahe Health College, North Sumatra Province, Indonesia , Indonesia

Linawati Togatorop , Bunda Thamrin University, North Sumatra Province, Indonesia , Indonesia

Cahaya Artha Anastasia , Medistra Health Sciences Institute, North Sumatra Province, Indonesia , Indonesia

99-109
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Burnout Differences Between Critical Care and Inpatient Nurses: A Cross-sectional Study

DOI: https://doi.org/10.55018/ihc.v12.23

Heru Suwardianto , Department of Critical Care and Emergency Nursing, Baptist Hospital Collage, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9127-8312

John Foster Atta Doku , Faculty of Health, Allied Sciences and Home Economics Education, Department of Health Administration and Education, University of Education Winneba, Central Region, West Africa, P. O. Box, 25, Winneba, Ghana , Ghana

https://orcid.org/0009-0002-4364-6736

Abebaw Jember Ferede , College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Ethiopia , Ethiopia

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1104-0759

110-120
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Path-Goal Leadership Style and Its Relationship with Nurse Motivation and Performance: A Cross-Sectional Study

DOI: https://doi.org/10.55018/ihc.v12.11

Erny Batewa , Universitas STRADA Indonesia, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

Agusta Dian Ellina , Universitas STRADA Indonesia, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

Yuly Peristiowati , Universitas STRADA Indonesia, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

121-130
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Phenomenological Experiences of Grief Among Elderly Following Family Loss in Indonesia: A Roy’s Adaptation Model–Based Inquiry

DOI: https://doi.org/10.55018/ihc.v12.27

Nur Hasanah Maulidina , Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Siencesy, Wiraraja University, Sumenep, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

Syaifurrahman Hidayat , Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Siencesy, Wiraraja University, Sumenep, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

Nailiy Huzaimah , Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Siencesy, Wiraraja University, Sumenep, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

Sri Yunita Suraida Salat , Department of Midwifery, Faculty of Health Siencesy, Wiraraja University, Sumenep, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

Maulana Widi Andrian , Department of Midwifery, Faculty of Health Siencesy, Wiraraja University, Sumenep, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

131-150
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Association Between Length of Work Experience and Spiritual Intelligence Among Adult Medical–Surgical Nurses: A Cross-Sectional Study

DOI: https://doi.org/10.55018/ihc.v12.21

Heru Suwardianto , Department of Critical and Emergency Nursing, STIKES Baptist Hospital Kediri, East Java, 64102, Indonesia , Indonesia

https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9127-8312

Teguh Santoso , Dr . Kariadi Central General Hospital, Semarang, Central Java, 50244, Indonesia , Indonesia

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9428-2322

Tata Mahyuvi , Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya, Surabaya, Indonesia – Rumah Sakit Islam Surabaya, Surabaya, Indonesia , Indonesia

https://orcid.org/0009-0006-8295-5071

Ahmad Guntur Alfianto , Program Studi Profesi Ners, STIKES Widyagama Husada Malang, East Java, Indonesia , Indonesia

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5966-099X

Octavio Daniel Bria Amaral , Escola Superior de Enfermagem. Faculdade de Medicina e Ciência de Saúde Universidade Nacional Timor Lorosa'e (UNTL), Timor-Leste , Timor-Leste

Joaquim Pinto , Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, National University of Timor Loro Sa'e, Timor-Leste , Timor-Leste

Sesha Kumar , Primary Health Centre, Ramapuram, Andhra Pradesh, India , India

151-161
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