The book Formulation of the GENFREE Model: Community-Based Educational Approach for Thalassemia Prevention among Engaged Couples introduces an innovative framework aimed at reducing the incidence of thalassemia through education and community empowerment. The GENFREE model focuses on engaged couples as a critical entry point for preventive action, recognizing the importance of premarital awareness in breaking the chain of genetic transmission.
The model integrates genetic counselling, health education, and community-based interventions tailored to cultural and social contexts. By emphasizing culturally sensitive approaches, it ensures higher acceptance and long-term impact within communities. The book presents the development process, assessment instruments, intervention strategies, and evaluation methods used to measure the effectiveness of GENFREE in increasing knowledge, awareness, and preventive behaviours.
Beyond statistical analysis, the book highlights personal and community-level changes, illustrating how educational interventions can inspire broader health-seeking behaviour. It also discusses sustainability, replication in other regions, and potential expansion to address other genetic disorders. Ultimately, this book contributes both theoretically and practically to nursing, community health, and public health education. It offers a roadmap toward a healthier society and envisions the creation of a thalassemia-free generation through collaborative, community-driven strategies.
Authors : Henri Setiawan, Ph.D. | Yudisa Diaz Lutfi Sandi, Ph.D. | Esti Andarini, Ph.D
Halaman Buku : 242
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