During his visit, he expressed hope that the program would strengthen early detection of health issues among students, helping younger generations grow healthier, more resilient, and more competitive.
According to his office, Gibran's visit reflects the government's commitment to expanding access to public health services, particularly for students and adolescents.
Upon arrival, he was welcomed by teachers and health workers before observing several examination stations, including height and weight measurements, dental and eye checks, ear examinations, laboratory tests, internal disease screenings, and mental health assessments.
Head of the Cirebon City Health Office, Siti Maria Listiawaty, appreciated Gibran's attention to the program.
"The Vice President was very enthusiastic about the CKG program. This initiative has proven beneficial for early detection of students' health conditions," she said.
The examinations identified several students with high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar levels, and anemia. According to Siti Maria, this highlights the importance of routine school-based health screenings to prevent long-term health risks.
"We want to prevent these children from growing into anemic or chronically ill adults. If results indicate the need for further treatment, we immediately refer them to community health centers or hospitals," she added.
The CKG program at SMAK Penabur High School in Cirebon was held over two days, covering around 250 of the school's 487 students. Similar screenings were also conducted simultaneously at several schools across Cirebon City.
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Translator: Yoanita Hastryka Djohan
Editor: Anton Santoso
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