Ministry of Health of Indonesia

Indonesia wildfire and transboundary haze crisis expands

40 clusters · 183 sources · last updated about 23 hours ago

Latest: Indonesia reports high mortality from accidents and air pollution

By late October 2026, Indonesia’s forest and land fire (karhutla) crisis, exacerbated by El Niño, has evolved into a severe regional environmental and public health emergency. Cumulative cases of acute respiratory infect

Public health initiatives in Sulawesi

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Health initiatives launched in Sulawesi provinces

Health programs have been implemented across the Sulawesi region of Indonesia to address various medical needs. In South Sulawesi, the provincial government launched a large-scale chemoprophylaxis program under the ‘Anda

Southeast Asian transboundary haze crisis intensifies

63 clusters · 234 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Malaysia air quality improves with no unhealthy readings reported

The transboundary haze crisis in Southeast Asia has intensified as the 2026 El Niño phenomenon drove severe drought and escalating forest fires. By late August 2026, the crisis caused widespread disruptions. In Indonesia

Indonesia BPJS health system reforms

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Indonesia implements transportation and free health screening programs

The Indonesian Ministry of Health has initiated reforms to the BPJS Kesehatan system, focusing on both referral structures and preventative care. A pilot program was launched in Bandung, Makassar, Tulungagung, and Muara

BRI Group healthcare service and insurance expansion

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Bank Rakyat Indonesia expands community and healthcare services

BRI has initiated several programs to expand its involvement in the Indonesian healthcare sector through service partnerships and insurance solutions. Initially, BRI partnered with PT Prodia Widyahusada Tbk to offer exc

Vision impairment and eye care in Indonesia

4 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Indonesia Ministry of Health targets 3,000 cataract surgeries per million residents

Data from Indonesia’s 2025–2026 Free Health Check (CKG) program initially revealed that approximately 2.95 million participants suffered from eye disorders. Dr. Budu, Chairman of the Indonesian Ophthalmologists Associati

Rising influenza and respiratory trends in Southeast Asia

10 clusters · 37 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Philippines Department of Health warns of rising seasonal illnesses

Global infectious disease trends have shown rising influenza cases, particularly in the Southern Hemisphere and across Asia. Concurrently, COVID-19 cases have increased in Hong Kong, Singapore, and India due to the PQ.16

Indonesia healthcare administration and infrastructure

5 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: BPJS Kesehatan expands JKN program access and education in Indonesia

Indonesia’s healthcare landscape is undergoing shifts in administration, infrastructure, and digital integration. Initially, the National Health Insurance (JKN) program faced scrutiny over data accuracy and payment susta

Humanitarian aid for NTT earthquake victims

29 clusters · 68 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Flores earthquake recovery continues in East Nusa Tenggara

Humanitarian aid and recovery efforts for the victims of the magnitude 7.7 earthquake on Flores Island continue to expand. As of late 2026, the death toll includes 48 direct fatalities and 94 indirect deaths at displacem

Indonesia childhood dental health initiative

3 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Indonesia Ministry of Health reports 84.8% dental caries rate in children

The Indonesian Ministry of Health has identified a significant public health concern regarding dental caries among school-aged children. While previous estimates placed the rate at approximately 40 to 41 percent, new dat

Central Java regional development and health initiatives

4 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Indonesia expands free health checks and TB screening programs

The Central Java Provincial Government has launched several initiatives to improve public welfare and economic stability. Initially, the province implemented the ‘Speling’ (Mobile Specialist Doctor) program, which brings

Jakarta disability support and urban development initiatives

2 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Jakarta Governor announces education and urban development initiatives

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has expanded his administration’s focus on education and urban development. To protect student welfare, the provincial government is working to ensure that shifts in economic deciles do not

Mental health and suicide trends in Indonesia

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Indonesia faces significant gap in depression treatment access

Indonesia continues to face a significant gap in mental health care. The Ministry of Health reports that of the estimated 2.5 to 3 million people suffering from depression, only 12.7 percent have access to treatment, mea

Indonesia public health and immunization initiatives

6 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Indonesian regions report on childhood immunization progress

Indonesia is implementing various public health initiatives focused on disease prevention and early detection. In early September 2026, health authorities intensified screening efforts. In Sinjai Regency, local governmen