Fishermen in the Thousand Islands Participate in Free Health Checks

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Fishermen and residents in Pulau Panggang Ward, Thousand Islands North Sub-district, participated in the Free Health Check (CKG) service at T Pier, Pulau Panggang, on Tuesday. “We are collaborating with the local Auxiliary Community Health Centre to implement preventive measures to reduce disease risks for fishermen and elderly residents,” said the Head of Pulau Panggang Ward, Jamaluddin, in Jakarta on Tuesday. He explained that the Free Health Check programme aims to detect non-communicable diseases early, which are commonly experienced by the community, especially fishermen. He added that the activity is expected to increase public awareness of the importance of regular health examinations. “Insha’Allah, this activity will continue across all neighbourhood units in Pulau Panggang and Pulau Pramuka so that residents can make the best use of this service,” he said. Meanwhile, the Head of the Auxiliary Community Health Centre in Pulau Panggang Ward, Irma Syahriani, stated that 120 residents joined the CKG activity. They underwent various health checks, including blood pressure, height, weight, blood sugar levels, cholesterol, and uric acid. In addition, eye health examinations were provided, particularly for fishermen and the elderly who are vulnerable to vision problems. Health workers also provided education on healthy living patterns and the importance of early detection of chronic diseases. “We were also assisted by PKK (Family Welfare Empowerment) cadres and Posbindu (integrated development post) in data collection, as well as encouraging residents to utilise the available services, so that health service coverage can be more equitable,” she said. A fisherman from Pulau Panggang, Rajiun (62), admitted that he was helped by the activity, allowing him to monitor his health condition. “So far, I’ve often had headaches, but I’ve never checked. I hope activities like this can be done routinely,” he said.