As of Wednesday, February 12th, approximately 65,000 people had utilized the program.
"Our evaluation data shows that 34.6 percent of teenagers are experiencing a decline in mental health," Harbuwono stated on Thursday while accompanying Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture Pratikno at a CKG event at the Gambir local health center.
"We are also assessing mental health, as it is just as important as physical health. If we maintain this, we will grow physically and mentally healthier."
Harbuwono emphasized the importance of the CKG program, which includes mental health assessments, as a crucial step towards improving overall public health.
He noted that 65,000 individuals have benefited from the free check-ups and encouraged greater participation.
Minister Pratikno, who received the CKG service as part of his birthday celebration, urged local administrations to enhance the quality of health centers (puskesmas) nationwide.
"The government and the Ministry of Health provide assistance in the form of equipment and so on."
Pratikno also encouraged early registration for the CKG program, stating, "Prepare yourself to receive a free health check-up on your birthday. Hence, if your birthday is far away, please register early."
Launched on February 10, 2025, the Free Health Check-up Program aims to improve public health through early disease detection.
Registration is available online via the SatuSehat Mobile app, through WhatsApp, or in person at the nearest health center.
Translator: Lintang, Kenzu
Editor: Aditya Eko Sigit Wicaksono
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