# health

Jakarta Prepares 367 Health Facilities as Haze Reaches the Capital

Jakarta prepares 367 health facilities to treat potential haze-related illnesses after smoke from Sumatra and Kalimantan crosses the region.
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Indonesia Seeks Stronger Global South Voice in WHO Leadership Race

Indonesia has put forward Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin for the WHO top job.
News Oct 12, 2026 | 9:54 pm

Thousands of Mentally Ill Indonesians Still Chained and Confined

As many as 2,365 mentally ill Indonesians are still chained and confined as of the third quarter of 2026.
News Oct 12, 2026 | 2:11 pm

Gov't Approves Rp 20 Trillion Lifeline for Cash-Strapped BPJS Kesehatan

Indonesia will inject Rp 20 trillion into BPJS Kesehatan as a monthly funding gap threatens payments to hospitals.
Business Oct 11, 2026 | 10:16 pm

Indonesia Already Preparing For Next Pandemic: Prabowo’s Brother

Hashim Djojohadikusumo says that "Indonesia is one of the countries that will survive the next Covid-19 pandemic".
News Oct 6, 2026 | 1:22 pm

Gen Z Embraces Wellness, but Social Media Is Making Healthy Choices Harder

Young Indonesians are embracing wellness, but a flood of conflicting health advice online is making healthy choices harder.
Lifestyle Oct 1, 2026 | 9:17 am

Govt to Inject Rp20 Trillion Into Universal Healthcare Program as Costs Rise

Indonesia will inject Rp20 trillion into BPJS Kesehatan after healthcare claims exceeded premium revenue by Rp14 trillion.
News Sep 30, 2026 | 8:37 pm

JRF 2026 to Become Indonesia’s First World Athletics Gold Label Race

Jakarta Running Festival 2026 will be Indonesia’s first World Athletics Gold Label race, with free public transport for participants.
Lifestyle Sep 30, 2026 | 6:11 pm

Indonesia Says No ‘Super Flu’ Outbreak, Warns against Stockpiling Oseltamivir

Indonesia says the current flu rise is seasonal, not a “super flu” outbreak, and is urging people not to stockpile oseltamivir.
News Sep 30, 2026 | 1:09 pm

Indonesia Flu Activity Rises, but ‘Superflu’ Cases Fall From Last Year

Indonesia’s flu positivity rate hits 56%, but ‘superflu’ cases are down from last year.
Lifestyle Sep 28, 2026 | 4:46 pm

276 Fall Ill in Suspected Free Meal Food Poisoning in Central Java

At least 276 people fell ill in suspected food poisoning linked to free government meals in Batang.
News Sep 24, 2026 | 11:37 am

‘Super Flu’ Spreads to 13 Indonesian Provinces, Raising Risks for Young Children

Indonesia reports flu cases in 13 provinces as pediatricians warn that infants and toddlers face higher risks of severe illness.
Lifestyle Sep 22, 2026 | 3:26 pm

MBG Food Poisoning in Pati: 416 Affected, 63 Hospitalized

Food poisoning symptoms affect 416 MBG recipients in Pati, with 63 hospitalized as authorities investigate the cause.
News Sep 11, 2026 | 7:31 pm

EEG Tests Normal in Student Suffering Memory Loss after Suspected Food Poisoning

Two EEG tests showed normal brain activity in a 16-year-old student whose memory problems persist after suspected free meal poisoning.
News Sep 10, 2026 | 5:03 pm

256 Students Affected by Suspected Free Meal Poisoning

Several Karo students remain under treatment weeks after 256 students fell ill in a suspected free nutritious meal poisoning incident.
News Sep 8, 2026 | 2:32 pm

Volcanic Ash From Anak Krakatau Raises Respiratory Risks for Children, Pediatricians Warn

Volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau threatens children’s respiratory health, especially those with asthma and chronic lung conditions.
Lifestyle Sep 7, 2026 | 2:59 pm

Anak Krakatau Ash Poses Health Risks to 3.3 Million Older Indonesians

About 3.3 million older Indonesians face health risks from Anak Krakatau ash.
Lifestyle Sep 7, 2026 | 2:01 pm

Jakarta Urges Calm as Anak Krakatau Erupts and Volcanic Ash Reaches Capital

Jakarta urges residents to remain calm and vigilant as Anak Krakatau erupts, sending volcanic ash into parts of the capital.
News Sep 6, 2026 | 12:47 pm

Widespread Food Poisoning Cases Hit Indonesia’s Free Meals Program

Hundreds of schoolchildren across Indonesia have fallen ill after consuming meals from the government’s Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program.
News Sep 4, 2026 | 8:34 am