Faktor-Faktor yang Berhubungan dengan Gangguan Kulit pada Pedagang Ikan di Pasar Sembada Kota Medan

Abstract

Skin disorders are one of the most common occupational health risks faced by fish vendors, mainly due to exposure to water and biological agents in a damp and unhygienic work environment. This study aimed to determine the factors associated with skin disorders among fish vendors at Pasar Sembada, Medan. This research used a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design. The population consisted of all 52 fish vendors, selected through total sampling. Data were collected using a questionnaire and analyzed using binary logistic regression. The results showed that age (p=0.000), gender (p=0.000), length of work (p=0.001) and personal hygiene (p=0.001) were significantly associated with skin disorders. Traders who are <30 years old, male, have worked for <5 years and have poor personal hygiene are at higher risk of experiencing skin disorders. It is necessary to increase awareness of the importance of maintaining personal hygiene.