Holywings Peduli Holds Free Health Checks for Hundreds in Bandung as Indonesia Teen Anemia Hits 15.5%
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Updated · VOI English · Jun 14
Holywings Peduli Holds Free Health Checks for Hundreds in Bandung as Indonesia Teen Anemia Hits 15.5%
1 articles · Updated · VOI English · Jun 14
Summary
Hundreds of residents in Bandung’s Pasteur area attended a Holywings Peduli event offering free checks for blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol and uric acid, alongside an anemia awareness seminar.
SKI 2023 data presented at the event showed anemia affects 15.5% of Indonesians aged 15-24 and 27.7% of pregnant women, underscoring the focus on adolescent girls and mothers-to-be.
Dr. Ricky Purnomo of Siloam Hospital Purwakarta said women face higher anemia risk because menstruation causes regular blood loss and pregnancy and breastfeeding sharply raise iron needs.
The seminar urged early recognition of symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness and shortness of breath, while recommending iron-rich foods and avoiding tea or coffee with meals because they can hinder iron absorption.
Andrew Susanto, who leads Holywings Peduli’s CSR program, said the group plans to keep running community health initiatives that combine screening, education and support for local social and health facilities.