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The Relationship Between the Population of Air Microorganisms and the Incidence of Acute Respiratory Infections Around the Landfill

Introduction

The Final Disposal Site (TPAS) of Medan has been a topic of concern due to its potential impact on the health of the surrounding community. The presence of air microorganisms around the TPAS can pose a significant risk to public health, particularly in the incidence of acute respiratory infections (ARI). This study aims to examine the relationship between the population of air microorganisms around the TPAS and the incidence of ARI in the surrounding population.

Background

The TPAS of Medan is a significant source of air pollution, releasing a large amount of microorganisms into the air. These microorganisms can cause a range of health problems, including ARI. The incidence of ARI is a major public health concern, particularly in areas with poor air quality. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that ARI is responsible for over 1 million deaths worldwide each year.

Methodology

This study used a quantitative approach to examine the relationship between the population of air microorganisms and the incidence of ARI around the TPAS. The study collected air samples from various locations around the TPAS, including the center point (0 meters) and at distances of 250, 500, and 750 meters. The air samples were analyzed for the presence of microorganisms, including bacteria and fungi.

Results

The results of the study showed that the number of air microorganisms at the center point of the TPAS (0 meters) reached 2322 CFU/m3. The farther from the center point, the number of air microorganisms decreased, with a correlation rate of 94.4%. The safe distance for the community around the TPAS was determined to be 750 meters, as the population of air microorganisms was below the specified quality standard (<700 CFU/m3) at this distance.

Analysis of ARI Events

The analysis of ARI events showed a strong correlation between the population of air microorganisms and the incidence of ARI around the TPAS, with a correlation value of 85.7%. This suggests that the higher the population of air microorganisms, the higher the risk of ARI events in the community around the TPAS.

Identification of Air Microorganisms

The identification of air microorganisms around the TPAS found various types of microbes that cause ARI, including Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, Klebsiella, Corynebacterium, Aspergillus, and Candida. These microorganisms are known to cause a range of health problems, including ARI.

Deeper Analysis

This study provides strong evidence of the effect of the TPAS on air quality and the surrounding public health. Exposure to microorganisms in the air can cause ARI, and the results of the study show that getting closer to the TPAS, the risk of ARI is getting higher. The study highlights the importance of improving air quality and reducing exposure to microorganisms to minimize the risk of ARI events.

Suggestions

This research provides some important suggestions:

Increasing Safe Distance: The community around the Medan TPAS needs to increase their safe distance from the garbage disposal site, especially for vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and people with a weak immune system.
Application of Waste Management Technology: To reduce exposure to microorganisms, effective waste treatment technology needs to be applied, such as incineration or composting systems, to reduce the amount of waste discharged into the TPAS.
Socialization and Education: It is essential to increase public awareness of the dangers of air pollution and its impact on health. Socialization and education regarding the prevention of ARI and the importance of maintaining a safe distance from the TPAS need to be improved.

Conclusion

This study confirms the importance of paying attention to the environmental impact and health of the TPAS. By improving air quality and reducing exposure to microorganisms, the risk of ARI events in the community around the TPAS can be minimized. The study highlights the need for effective waste management practices and public education to reduce the risk of ARI events.

Recommendations

Based on the findings of this study, the following recommendations are made:

The community around the TPAS needs to increase their safe distance from the garbage disposal site.
Effective waste treatment technology needs to be applied to reduce the amount of waste discharged into the TPAS.
Public awareness of the dangers of air pollution and its impact on health needs to be increased.
Socialization and education regarding the prevention of ARI and the importance of maintaining a safe distance from the TPAS need to be improved.

Limitations

This study has some limitations, including:

The study only examined the relationship between the population of air microorganisms and the incidence of ARI around the TPAS.
The study did not examine the impact of other environmental factors on the incidence of ARI.
The study did not examine the effectiveness of different waste management practices in reducing the risk of ARI events.

Future Research

Future research should aim to:

Examine the impact of other environmental factors on the incidence of ARI.
Examine the effectiveness of different waste management practices in reducing the risk of ARI events.
Develop and implement effective public education programs to reduce the risk of ARI events.

References

World Health Organization. (2019). Acute Respiratory Infections.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2020). Acute Respiratory Infections.
Environmental Protection Agency. (2020). Air Quality and Health.

Appendix

The appendix includes the following:

Table 1: Air Microorganism Concentration at Various Locations Around the TPAS
Table 2: Correlation Between Air Microorganism Concentration and ARI Incidence
Figure 1: Air Microorganism Concentration at Various Locations Around the TPAS
Figure 2: Correlation Between Air Microorganism Concentration and ARI Incidence
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About the Relationship Between Air Microorganisms and Acute Respiratory Infections Around the Landfill

Q: What is the Final Disposal Site (TPAS) of Medan, and why is it a concern?

A: The TPAS of Medan is a landfill site that has been identified as a potential source of air pollution, releasing a large amount of microorganisms into the air. This can pose a significant risk to public health, particularly in the incidence of acute respiratory infections (ARI).

Q: What are the main types of microorganisms that cause ARI?

A: The main types of microorganisms that cause ARI include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, Klebsiella, Corynebacterium, Aspergillus, and Candida. These microorganisms are known to cause a range of health problems, including ARI.

Q: How does the population of air microorganisms around the TPAS affect the incidence of ARI?

A: The study found a strong correlation between the population of air microorganisms and the incidence of ARI around the TPAS, with a correlation value of 85.7%. This suggests that the higher the population of air microorganisms, the higher the risk of ARI events in the community around the TPAS.

Q: What is the safe distance for the community around the TPAS?

A: The study determined that the safe distance for the community around the TPAS is 750 meters, as the population of air microorganisms was below the specified quality standard (<700 CFU/m3) at this distance.

Q: What are some suggestions for reducing the risk of ARI events around the TPAS?

A: Some suggestions for reducing the risk of ARI events around the TPAS include:

Increasing the safe distance from the garbage disposal site, especially for vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and people with a weak immune system.
Applying effective waste treatment technology, such as incineration or composting systems, to reduce the amount of waste discharged into the TPAS.
Increasing public awareness of the dangers of air pollution and its impact on health through socialization and education programs.

Q: What are some limitations of this study?

A: Some limitations of this study include:

The study only examined the relationship between the population of air microorganisms and the incidence of ARI around the TPAS.
The study did not examine the impact of other environmental factors on the incidence of ARI.
The study did not examine the effectiveness of different waste management practices in reducing the risk of ARI events.

Q: What are some future research directions?

A: Some future research directions include:

Examining the impact of other environmental factors on the incidence of ARI.
Examining the effectiveness of different waste management practices in reducing the risk of ARI events.
Developing and implementing effective public education programs to reduce the risk of ARI events.

Q: What are some recommendations for policymakers and public health officials?

A: Some recommendations for policymakers and public health officials include:

Implementing effective waste management practices to reduce the amount of waste discharged into the TPAS.
Increasing public awareness of the dangers of air pollution and its impact on health through socialization and education programs.
Developing and implementing policies to reduce the risk of ARI events around the TPAS.

Q: What are some recommendations for the community around the TPAS?

A: Some recommendations for the community around the TPAS include:

Increasing the safe distance from the garbage disposal site, especially for vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and people with a weak immune system.
Participating in public education programs to increase awareness of the dangers of air pollution and its impact on health.
Supporting policies and initiatives to reduce the risk of ARI events around the TPAS.