Characteristics, Behavior, and Environmental Conditions Residence of Leptospirosis Patients in the District of Probolinggo

Abstract

Leptospirosis; risk factors; characteristics; behaviors; environment Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease caused by the bacterium Leptospira and carried by rats and transmitted through its urine. The risk factors of the sufferer are the condition and daily activities of individuals. Confirmed cases of Leptospirosis in Probolinggo Regency as of January 20, 2020 numbered 4 with 2 deaths. This research aims to analyze the characteristics, behaviors, and environmental conditions of leptospirosis sufferers, especially in Probolinggo Regency. The research was conducted by describing four cases of Leptospirosis in Probolinggo Regency in the period 1 – 20 January 2020. Data analysis is done descriptively and presented in the form of a table or narration. The results shows that 75% of leptospirosis sufferers are male with an age range of 45 – 59 years. Some sufferers (50%) work as farmers and construction workers. Some sufferers (50%) have the habit of washing hands and feet, and live in flood-prone areas. Almost all sufferers (75%) well-aware of the presence of rats and pets in their home. Therefore, discipline is required in the implementation of clean and healthy living habits to prevent the transmission of Leptospirosis.