Health

The Indonesian Ministry of Health (Kemenkes) has officially launched a comprehensive investigation into the death of a young physician participating in the national internship program in Lampung, a case that has rapidly ignited public concern regarding the working conditions and welfare of junior medical professionals. The Ministry has confirmed that a specialized investigative team is currently on the ground to …

The mental health landscape for children and adolescents in Indonesia has reached a critical juncture, necessitating immediate and comprehensive intervention from both healthcare providers and guardians. According to the latest data from the Indonesia National Adolescent Mental Health Survey (I-NAMHS), the scale of the issue is staggering: out of a total population of approximately 46 million adolescents across the archipelago, …

In a significant move to strengthen the administration’s flagship social welfare initiatives, President Prabowo Subianto officially inaugurated Sudaryono as the new Head of the National Nutrition Agency (Badan Gizi Nasional or BGN). The inauguration ceremony, held at the State Palace in Jakarta on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, marks a pivotal transition for the agency, which is tasked with overseeing one …

Phantom limb syndrome remains one of the most baffling and persistent mysteries in the field of neurology, affecting approximately 90 percent of individuals who undergo the surgical removal of a limb. For decades, the medical community operated under the assumption that the brain undergoes a radical "remapping" process following an amputation, where the area of the brain responsible for the …

The human body is a complex biochemical machine that requires a precise balance of lipids to function optimally, yet when this balance is disrupted, the consequences for cardiovascular health can be dire. Cholesterol, a waxy, fat-like substance, is often misunderstood as a purely harmful element. In reality, it is a vital component of every cell membrane and serves as a …

The Indonesian Food and Drug Authority, known as Badan Pengawas Obat dan Makanan (BPOM), has officially announced a comprehensive support package for the Red and White Village/Sub-district Cooperative Program, locally known as Koperasi Desa/Kelurahan Merah Putih (KDKMP). This strategic initiative, designed to revitalize the grassroots economy, involves a multifaceted approach from the regulatory body, including the acceleration of licensing for …

Medical experts and pediatric specialists are raising urgent awareness regarding the subtle yet critical indicators of Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) in infants and children, emphasizing that early identification is the most significant factor in reducing mortality and improving long-term health outcomes. Dr. Rizky Adriansyah, Chairman of the Cardiology Coordination Unit of the Indonesian Pediatric Society (IDAI), recently highlighted that one …

In an era where digital devices have become ubiquitous, the phenomenon of gadget addiction among children has emerged as a critical public health and developmental concern. Experts in Indonesia, including leading representatives from the Indonesian Pediatric Society (IDAI) and academic researchers, are sounding the alarm on the multifaceted risks associated with excessive screen time. These risks range from physiological and …

The perception that cardiovascular complications are exclusively the domain of the elderly or those with sedentary lifestyles is a dangerous misconception that health experts in Indonesia are working tirelessly to correct. While heart disease is a leading cause of death globally among adults, its impact on the pediatric population is both significant and devastating. In Indonesia, the challenge of pediatric …

The conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup has solidified the emergence of a new generation of footballing icons, none more prominent than Spain’s Pau Cubarsi, who was officially named the tournament’s Best Young Player. At just 19 years of age, the Barcelona center-back has not only anchored the Spanish defense with a maturity far beyond his years but has …