Health
Noncommunicable Diseases Kill 1.3 Million a Year in Indonesia
According to 2025 World Health Organization (WHO) data, around 1.378 million deaths from noncommunicable diseases occur in Indonesia each year — 53 percent of all deaths — as stated by the head of Indonesia's Food and Drug Authority (BPOM), Taruna Ikrar, at the 2026 Patient Safety Day event at Pelita Harapan University, Tangerang, on 1 October 2026.
277,000 Respiratory Infection Cases from Karhutla Smoke in 7 Areas
Indonesia's Health Ministry recorded 277,075 cases of acute respiratory infections (ISPA, the Indonesian term for ARI) in areas affected by forest and land fires (karhutla).
8 IDAI Steps to Protect Children from Karhutla Smoke
The Indonesian Pediatric Society (IDAI) issued 8 recommendations to protect children from the dangers of forest and land fire (karhutla) smoke.
Know the TB Symptoms: South Jakarta Cases Hit 8,406
South Jakarta's Health Sub-Department recorded 8,406 tuberculosis (TB) cases found between January and October 5, 2026.
Heart Attack Symptoms You Must Recognize Early
A heart attack happens when blood flow to the heart muscle is severely reduced or blocked, usually due to fatty plaque buildup (atherosclerosis) in the coronary arteries — according to Mayo Clinic.
Diarrhea: Know the Causes and How to Treat It at Home
Diarrhea is the passing of loose or watery stools more than three times a day; its main danger is dehydration from lost fluids and electrolytes.
Signs of a Weak Heart That Often Go Unnoticed
A weak heart (cardiomyopathy) is a condition in which the heart muscle weakens and cannot pump blood properly throughout the body — according to Alodokter.
Hemorrhoids (Piles): Recognize the Symptoms and How to Treat Them
Hemorrhoids (piles) are swollen, enlarged blood vessels around the anus — medically a change in the anal vascular cushions, not always a dangerous disease.
How to Protect Your Eyes from Screens: Apply the 20-20-20 Rule
Digital eye strain, or computer vision syndrome, causes tired eyes, dry eyes, blurred vision, headaches, and neck and shoulder pain.
Appendicitis: Symptoms You Must Not Ignore
Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix, a small finger-shaped pouch attached to the large intestine in the lower right abdomen; it most often strikes ages 10–30.
Stroke Symptoms and First Aid That Can Save a Life
A stroke happens when blood supply to the brain is disrupted; every minute counts because fast treatment can reduce brain damage — according to the U.S. CDC.
Flu: How to Quickly Relieve Symptoms at Home
Flu symptoms usually appear suddenly within two to three days of exposure to the virus, unlike the common cold which develops gradually.
Acne: Causes and How to Treat It from Mild to Severe
Acne is caused by four main factors: excess oil production, clogged pores from oil and dead skin cells, inflammation, and active Cutibacterium acnes bacteria.
Fiber Benefits for Digestion: Getting to Know the Fibermaxxing Trend
Fibermaxxing is the trend of maximizing fiber intake to meet or exceed the recommended daily amount — around 25–38 grams per day for adults.
How to Prevent Stroke Early: 90 Percent Are Preventable
According to Indonesia's Health Ministry, about 90 percent of stroke cases are linked to 10 preventable risk factors.
Pneumonia: Symptoms in Children and Adults to Watch For
Pneumonia symptoms usually appear abruptly: fever and chills, productive cough, shortness of breath, and sharp chest pain when coughing or breathing deeply.
Dark Spots: Causes and the Right Way to Treat Them
Dark spots, or hyperpigmentation, occur when melanocyte cells produce excess melanin in specific areas.
Probiotics and Prebiotics: The Key to Gut Health
Probiotics are live microorganisms (good bacteria or yeast) that benefit health when consumed in adequate amounts; prebiotics are special fibers that serve as food for those good bacteria.
Kidney Trouble Signs That Are Often Missed
According to Alodokter, signs of kidney trouble include: itchy skin from urea buildup in the blood, constant fatigue from anemia, blood in urine, foamy urine from leaking protein, and swelling in the eyes, face, and legs.
Sinusitis: Symptoms and How to Treat It at Home
Sinusitis is inflammation of the sinus cavities around the nose and head; symptoms include a stuffy nose, facial pain or pressure that worsens when bending over, and thick nasal discharge.
Hair Loss: Causes and the Right Way to Treat It
Losing 50-100 strands of hair per day is still normal, as new hair grows to replace it.
DHF: Recognize Dengue Symptoms and How to Manage Them
Dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF) is caused by the dengue virus transmitted through Aedes aegypti mosquito bites; the disease is closely tied to the rainy season and is often declared an extraordinary event (KLB).
10 Ways to Keep Your Kidneys Healthy From an Early Age
According to the U.S. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (via Halodoc), kidney care steps include: monitor blood pressure, manage blood sugar, watch cholesterol, take medicines as directed, limit salt, choose heart-healthy foods, limit alcohol, stay active, keep a healthy weight, and don't smoke.
Toothache: Causes and How to Relieve It Properly
The main causes of toothache are cavities (caries), gum inflammation (gingivitis), root infection or abscess, cracked teeth, and impacted wisdom teeth.
Insomnia: How to Overcome Sleeplessness Without Depending on Pills
Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is the recommended first-line treatment per Mayo Clinic, the NHS, and Cleveland Clinic — ahead of sleeping pills.
Essential Nutrition for Pregnant Women: From Folic Acid to Iron
Pregnant women need 400–600 micrograms of folic acid per day to prevent neural tube defects in the fetus.
Preeclampsia: Dangerous Symptoms in Pregnant Women to Watch For
Preeclampsia is marked by blood pressure of ≥140/90 mmHg along with protein in the urine (proteinuria), usually appearing after the 20th week of pregnancy.
Stunting: Causes and How to Prevent It from the First 1,000 Days
Stunting is a failure to grow caused by chronic, long-term malnutrition, marked by a child's height below the standard for their age.
Complete Basic Immunization for Babies: Schedule and Vaccine Types
The Health Ministry's complete basic immunization now includes new vaccines: PCV (pneumococcal), rotavirus, and HPV for girls.
Complementary Feeding (MPASI): A Complete Guide for New Mothers
WHO and IDAI recommend starting complementary feeding at six months, when breast milk alone no longer meets a baby's nutritional needs.
Fever in Children: How to Manage It Correctly at Home
A child has a fever when body temperature reaches 38°C or higher, measured with a thermometer (armpit measurement recommended).
Diarrhea in Children: Proper Treatment with ORS and Zinc
Diarrhea is marked by watery stools more than three times a day; its most dangerous complication is dehydration.
Exclusive Breastfeeding: Big Benefits and Challenges for Mothers
Exclusive breastfeeding means giving only breast milk for the first six months, with no other food or drink — per WHO, IDAI, and Government Regulation No. 33 of 2012.
Child Growth and Development: Key Stages to Monitor
Child development covers four domains: gross motor ability, fine motor ability, speech-language-intelligence, and socialization-independence.
Myopia in Children: Causes and How to Prevent It
Myopia (nearsightedness) occurs when light focuses in front of the retina, making distant objects look blurry.
Benefits of Walking 30 Minutes Every Day for Your Health
A meta-analysis in the European Journal of Epidemiology found that walking 30 minutes a day, five times a week, is linked to a 19 percent lower risk of heart disease.
Benefits of Morning Running for Physical and Mental Health
A study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that people who run 1-2 times a week have a lower risk of heart disease than non-runners.
Kidney Stone Symptoms and Dietary Restrictions
Kidney stones (nephrolithiasis) are hard deposits of chemicals in urine; they range from as small as sand grains to as large as peas — according to Alodokter.
How to Prevent DHF with the 3M Plus Movement
The 3M Plus movement is the Health Ministry's Mosquito Nest Eradication (PSN) program: Drain water containers at least once a week, tightly Cover water storage, and Recycle or bury used goods that could hold water.
Dental Tartar: Dangers and How Scaling Removes It
Dental tartar is hardened plaque from mineral deposits in saliva, recognized as yellow or brown layers between teeth or along the gumline.
How to Sleep Deeply and Well Every Night
Adults spend about a third of their lives asleep, making sleep quality a major determinant of health.
ARI: Recognize the Symptoms and How to Prevent It
ARI (acute respiratory infection) is an infection of the respiratory organs from the nose to the lungs, typically lasting up to about 14 days.
Liver Trouble Signs You Should Not Ignore
The most distinctive sign of liver trouble is yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes (jaundice) from bilirubin buildup the liver cannot process — according to Alodokter.
PCOS: Symptoms in Women to Watch Out For
PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) is a hormonal disorder affecting ovarian function; the ovaries produce excess androgen hormones, disrupting monthly egg release.
Health Benefits of Turmeric: From Joint Pain to Stronger Immunity
Turmeric's main active compound is curcumin, which has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
Depression Symptoms to Watch For Early
Depression is a mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest — not just ordinary sadness and not a sign of weakness.
Health Benefits of Fasting, According to Research
A review of 18 studies in 2022 proved that intermittent fasting significantly lowers C-reactive protein (CRP), a marker of inflammation in the body.
Medical Check-Up: When Is It Needed and What Is Examined?
Ages 19-39: men are advised to have a medical check-up every five years, women every three to five years.
Endometriosis: Symptoms and Treatments to Know
Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining (endometrium) grows outside the uterus, such as on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, intestines, or bladder.
Asthma: Recognize the Symptoms and How to Handle a Flare-Up
Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease of inflamed, narrowed airways (bronchi) that makes breathing difficult; it cannot yet be fully cured but can be controlled.
Hepatitis: Know the Symptoms and How to Prevent It
Hepatitis is liver inflammation; there are five hepatitis viruses: A, B, C, D, and E — according to WHO.
Health Benefits of Honey: Strong Immunity to Faster Wound Healing
Honey contains vitamin A, B-complex vitamins, vitamin C, and active compounds such as flavonoids and phenolic acids that act as antioxidants.
Anxiety Disorders: Symptoms and How to Cope
Occasional anxiety is normal, but anxiety disorders involve persistent excessive worry that disrupts daily activities.
Menopause: Symptoms and How to Cope Comfortably
Menopause is the time when menstruation stops permanently, generally occurring at ages 45-55 due to declining estrogen and progesterone hormones.
Breast Cancer Symptoms and How to Do a Self-Exam at Home
Breast cancer symptoms per the CDC: a new lump in the breast or underarm, thickening or swelling in part of the breast, irritation or dimpling of breast skin, redness or flaky skin in the nipple area.
Persistent Cough: Causes and How to Treat It
A cough lasting more than three weeks without improvement counts as chronic cough and deserves attention, as it may signal a more serious illness.
10 Diabetes Symptoms That Are Often Ignored — Don't Take Them Lightly
Diabetes often develops without clear symptoms in its early stages; many patients are only diagnosed after complications appear.
8 Natural Ways to Lower Blood Sugar That Are Proven Effective
Physical activities such as walking, cycling, or swimming help body cells use blood sugar as energy and improve insulin sensitivity.
10 Food Restrictions for People with Diabetes That Must Be Avoided
Foods and drinks high in added sugar such as candy, cake, donuts, and sweet jams are digested quickly, triggering blood sugar spikes.
Not Just Headaches: 10 Hypertension Symptoms to Watch Out For
The WHO calls hypertension the silent killer because most sufferers are unaware of their condition until they have their blood pressure checked.
7 Natural Ways to Lower High Blood Pressure Without Medication
Limiting salt intake to a maximum of one teaspoon per day can lower systolic blood pressure by 2 to 8 mmHg.
7 Food Restrictions for High Blood Pressure That Hypertension Patients Must Avoid
Salt contains sodium which, when elevated in the blood, can affect blood pressure; hypertension patients are advised to consume no more than 1,500 mg of sodium per day.
6 High Cholesterol Symptoms That Often Go Unnoticed
High cholesterol has no typical symptoms, so many people are unaware of it; symptoms usually only appear after plaque has formed in the blood vessels.
8 Natural Ways to Lower Cholesterol Without Medication
Soluble fiber binds fat in the digestive tract, reducing cholesterol absorption; sources include oatmeal, apples, bananas, kidney beans, and carrots.
Gout Symptoms and Dietary Restrictions You Should Know
Gout, or hyperuricemia, is a form of arthritis that occurs when uric acid crystals accumulate in the joints.
7 Effective Natural Ways to Lower Uric Acid
Limiting high-purine foods such as organ meats, red meat, and certain seafood is the most important step in lowering uric acid.
BPJS Kesehatan: How to Register Online and Its Benefits
BPJS Kesehatan self-enrolled premiums: Class I IDR 150,000, Class II IDR 100,000, and Class III IDR 35,000 per person per month (Class III is government-subsidized).
Flu Vaccine: Who Needs to Get It?
The WHO recommends influenza vaccination for children aged 6 months-5 years, adults over 65, pregnant women, people with chronic diseases, and healthcare workers.
Green Tea Benefits: Heart Care, Fat Burning, and Sharper Focus
Green tea (Camellia sinensis) is minimally processed without full oxidation, so its catechin antioxidants stay intact — unlike black tea.
Prostate Enlargement (BPH): Symptoms in Elderly Men
BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) is a benign, non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland, common in men as they age, especially over 60.
Lemon Health Benefits: From a Healthy Heart to Brighter Skin
One lemon contains about 31 mg of vitamin C — roughly 51 percent of daily needs; per 100 grams, lemon holds about 53 mg of vitamin C.
How to Manage Everyday Stress in Healthy Ways
Stress is the body's response to pressure; prolonged chronic stress can worsen physical and mental health problems.
Allergies: Causes, Symptoms, and How to Manage Them
Allergies occur when the body produces IgE antibodies in response to allergens entering the body.
Hernia: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
A hernia is a condition in which an internal organ pushes and protrudes through weak muscle or connective tissue.
Black Coffee Benefits and Its Safe Daily Limit
Black coffee without sugar is low in calories and rich in antioxidants such as chlorogenic acid and polyphenols.
Burnout: Signs and How to Recover From Work Exhaustion
The WHO defines burnout as the result of chronic workplace stress that hasn't been managed, with three dimensions: exhaustion, cynicism or mental distance from work, and reduced professional efficacy.
Vitamin D: Benefits and Natural Sources for the Body
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin essential for calcium and phosphorus absorption for bone and dental health.
Normal Blood Pressure by Age: The Complete Table
Normal adult blood pressure generally ranges from 90/60 mmHg to 120/80 mmHg.
Ideal Body Weight: How to Calculate with BMI and Broca Formulas
BMI formula: body weight (kg) divided by height squared (meters). Example: 70 kg at 170 cm tall gives a BMI of 24.22 — the normal category.
Meditation for Beginners: Benefits and How to Do It
Meditation trains the mind to focus on one thing, such as the breath; when the mind wanders, the practice returns it to focus.
Vitamin C: Benefits and Daily Requirements
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin the body cannot store, so its needs must be met every day.
Cervical Cancer: Know the Symptoms and Prevent It with the HPV Vaccine
Cervical cancer ranks second among the most common cancers in Indonesia, with more than 36,000 new cases per year, according to the Ministry of Health.
How to Boost Your Immune System So You Rarely Get Sick
The immune system protects the body from germs, viruses, and disease causes; a weakened immune system makes you fall sick easily.
Prostate Cancer: Recognize the Symptoms in Men Early
Prostate cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in the prostate gland, a small organ below a man's bladder that produces seminal fluid.
Early Signs of Pregnancy You Should Recognize
The most common sign of pregnancy is a missed menstrual period.
Anemia: Recognizing the Symptoms and Blood-Boosting Foods
Anemia is a condition in which the body lacks healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin.
Osteoporosis: Recognizing Symptoms and Preventing Brittle Bones
Osteoporosis is a condition in which bone density decreases, making bones porous and prone to fractures.
Pregnancy Dietary Restrictions Every Mom-to-Be Should Know
High-mercury fish — such as shark, marlin, swordfish, and tuna in large amounts — should be avoided because mercury can impair the fetus's nervous system development.
Joint Pain and Rheumatism: Causes and How to Manage Them
Rheumatism is a general term for diseases affecting the joints, muscles, and connective tissue, including rheumatoid arthritis caused by autoimmune disorders.
Vertigo: Causes and How to Manage It
Vertigo is a dizzy sensation that makes sufferers feel as if they or their surroundings are spinning, even while still.
Migraine: Causes and How to Relieve It
Migraine is a throbbing one-sided headache that can last from 4 hours to 3 days.
Ulcers and GERD: Know the Symptoms and Restrictions
'Maag' is not a specific disease but a term for a collection of symptoms indicating stomach disorders.
How to Deal With Acid Reflux Quickly and Properly
Acid reflux happens when acid from the stomach flows back into the esophagus.
Typhoid: Know the Symptoms and Food Restrictions to Recover Fast
Typhoid, or typhoid fever, is an infectious disease caused by Salmonella typhi bacteria, spread through contaminated food or drinks.
A Beginner's Guide to Healthy Eating: Start with a Balanced Plate
The Mayo Clinic recommends five healthy habits: eating a nutritious breakfast, eating more vegetables and fruit, choosing whole grains, consuming healthy fats, and getting at least 30 minutes of physical activity a day.
Calorie Deficit: A Safe Way to Lose Weight
The CDC recommends safe, sustainable weight loss of 1–2 pounds (0.5–1 kg) per week.
Intermittent Fasting: Benefits and How to Do It Safely
Popular intermittent fasting methods: alternate-day fasting, 5:2 (eat normally five days, fast two days), and daily time-restricted eating — for example, eating only within an 8-hour window (16:8).
The Keto Diet: Benefits and Risks You Should Know
The keto diet is generally about 60–75 percent fat, 20–35 percent protein, and only 5–20 percent carbohydrates.
Blood-Sugar-Lowering Foods Good for People with Diabetes
Fiber from vegetables, whole fruit, legumes, and whole grains aids fullness and blood sugar management; increase fiber intake gradually.
Scientifically Proven Cholesterol-Lowering Foods
Oatmeal contains soluble fiber that lowers LDL cholesterol; 5–10 grams of soluble fiber a day can lower LDL. One serving of oatmeal cereal provides 3–4 grams of fiber.
The Dangers of Excess Sugar, from Obesity to Heart Disease
The WHO recommends keeping free sugars below 10 percent of total daily energy intake, and reducing them to under 5 percent (about 25 grams or 6 teaspoons) provides additional health benefits.
The Dangers of Fried and Ultra-Processed Foods
A long-term Harvard study of 100,000+ people: eating fried food at least once a week is linked to higher risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease, with risk rising alongside frequency.
Health Benefits of Drinking Water and How Much You Need
Water is the body's principal chemical component, making up about 50–70 percent of body weight; every cell, tissue, and organ needs it to function.
Ginger's Health Benefits: From Nausea to Inflammation
Ginger's main bioactive compounds are gingerol (and shogaol), which give it its signature spicy flavor and medicinal properties.