# health

Why Salmon DNA and Astaxanthin Are Driving a New Anti-Aging Shift

Growing awareness is steering skin care toward science-based, inside-out solutions.
Lifestyle Feb 13, 2026 | 11:31 am

Gov't Disburses Rp 20 Trillion to Write Off BPJS Health Debts for Low-Income Members

Indonesia has allocated Rp 20 trillion to clear BPJS Class 3 arrears, prioritizing low-income members, pending presidential approval.
News Feb 12, 2026 | 10:36 pm

Government Restores Free BPJS Coverage for 120,000 Critically Ill Patients

Indonesia restored free BPJS coverage for 120,000 critically ill patients after accounts were suspended under subsidy eligibility reviews.
News Feb 11, 2026 | 3:49 pm

Government Reopens BPJS Access for 11.5 Million Following Dialysis Care Crisis

Indonesia restores BPJS health coverage for 11.53 million low-income beneficiaries for three months after patients were denied care.
News Feb 10, 2026 | 10:19 am

Indonesia Steps Up TB Campaign Under Prabowo as Cases Rank Second Worldwide

President Prabowo has ordered an intensified TB crackdown as Indonesia remains the world’s second-largest source of infections after India.
News Feb 2, 2026 | 9:48 pm

Bio Farma to Let Go of Kimia Farma, Danantara Says

Danantara wants state-run enterprises in the health sector to go under the knife, citing differences in their business nature.
Business Jan 29, 2026 | 8:20 am

Soekarno-Hatta Airport Strengthens Screening of International Travelers Amid Nipah Virus Concerns

Soekarno-Hatta Airport steps up screening of international travelers amid global Nipah virus concerns and rising infections in India.
Lifestyle Jan 27, 2026 | 4:04 pm

Drugs Agency Warns Against Misusing “Whip Pink” Laughing Gas After Influencer’s Death

BNN warns against misusing Whip Pink laughing gas, linking it to death, nerve damage, and oxygen deprivation despite culinary use.
News Jan 27, 2026 | 1:28 pm

MRCCC Siloam Launches Southeast Asia’s First AI-Powered CT-LINAC Cancer System

MRCCC Siloam introduces AI-based CT-LINAC, allowing Indonesian cancer patients to access advanced radiotherapy at home.
Lifestyle Jan 22, 2026 | 9:29 pm

Indonesia Orders Recall of Nestle Infant Formula Over Cereulide Toxin Concerns

BPOM has ordered a precautionary recall of Nestlé infant formula following global alerts over possible toxin contamination.
News Jan 15, 2026 | 9:52 pm

Health Ministry Volunteers Reach Sumatra Disaster Zones via Kuala Lumpur

The Health Ministry routed hundreds of volunteers through Kuala Lumpur to reach disaster-hit areas in Sumatra due to flight constraints.
News Jan 7, 2026 | 7:03 pm

Bali Airport Boosts Health Checks Over Super Flu Threat

Bali’s Ngurah Rai Airport reactivates temperature scanners to screen passengers amid super flu concerns.
News Jan 6, 2026 | 3:55 pm

Superflu in Indonesia: What the Public Needs to Know

A surge in H3N2 Subclade K cases has fueled “superflu” concerns. Here’s what it means and why vigilance matters.
Lifestyle Jan 6, 2026 | 1:08 pm

Prabowo to Inaugurate Rp 1 Trillion Hospital During Papua Visit

Prabowo also announced the formation of an Executive Committee for the Acceleration of Papua’s Special Autonomy Development.
News Dec 16, 2025 | 11:56 pm

“Turned Away”: Irene and Her Baby’s Death Prompts Papua Hospital Audit

President Prabowo ordered a sweeping audit of Papua’s hospitals after a pregnant woman died following multiple treatment refusals.
News Nov 25, 2025 | 2:10 pm

Mass Hysteria Halts Production at Cianjur Garment Factory

Mass hysteria at a Cianjur garment factory halts production as dozens of workers collapse in panic.
News Nov 25, 2025 | 10:07 am

Prabowo Inaugurates UAE-Funded Emirates Cardiology Hospital in Solo

President Prabowo inaugurated the $25 million Emirates Indonesia Hospital in Solo, funded by the UAE as a symbol of bilateral friendship.
News Nov 19, 2025 | 5:51 pm

Government Urges Wealthy Citizens to Shift from BPJS to Private Health Insurance

Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin urges wealthy citizens to use private insurance as BPJS Kesehatan refocuses on lower-income groups.
News Nov 13, 2025 | 11:57 pm