Integrated Health Response and Humanitarian Assistance for Flood-Affected Communities in Nagari Kataping, Padang Pariaman Regency

Abstract

Floods can disrupt community access to food, safe water, sanitation, and essential health services, increasing health risks among affected communities. This community service activity aimed to provide rapid, needs-based support and health education to residents affected by flooding in the working area of Kataping Community Health Center, Batang Anai District, Padang Pariaman Regency, West Sumatra. The activity was conducted on February 14, 2026, using a rapid, community-based response approach. Activities included rapid needs identification through communication with local representatives and field observation, coordination with health and community partners, preparation and distribution of basic-needs packages, provision of essential-medicine support within the scope of the activity, and group health education on personal and environmental hygiene, waste management, and prevention of water- and sanitation-related health risks. The initiative involved a tactical collaboration among Poltekkes Kemenkes Riau, Kataping Community Health Center, Poltekkes Kemenkes Padang, local leaders, and community organizations. The outputs documented the successful distribution of 50 basic food packages to targeted households, and the delivery of water, sanitation, and hygiene education to 30 affected residents. Achievement was assessed descriptively using process and output documentation; no pre-test or post-test was conducted. Therefore, changes in participants’ knowledge, behavior, or health status cannot be determined. This activity documents the implementation of a rapid, community-based response and highlights the importance of coordination, accurate beneficiary records, and follow-up in future disaster-response activities.