Increasing Awareness and Early Detection of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) through Education and Health Screening for Cleaning Staff

Makassar, 29 August 2025 – Faculty of Medicine (FK) Indonesian Muslim University (UMI) shows its commitment to public health through Community Service (PkM) activities entitled "Increasing Awareness and Early Detection of Non-Communicable Diseases (PTM) through Education and Health Screening for Cleaning Staff." Led by Dr. Sigit Dwi Pramono, M.Biomed, this activity succeeded in reaching 36 cleaning officers from PT. Bisri which took place successfully in the GB 101 Meeting Room, Fl. 1 Faculty of Medicine, UMI.

Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus and obesity continue to be a serious threat to public health, including in the work environment. Cleaning workers, who play a vital role in keeping campus facilities clean, often face overlooked health risks due to lack of access to information and routine screening services. This condition is exacerbated by the lack of specific preventive health education programs for this group of non-academic workers.

Responding to this problem, the UMI FK PkM team, which also involved Dr. Berry Erida Hasbi, Sp.B, Suci Noviyanah Ansary, S.Farm., M.Pharm.Sci, and two students from the Medicine study program, held interactive counseling about PTM and the importance of a healthy lifestyle. This educational session is equipped with audio-visual media and small group discussions to ensure information is conveyed effectively and is easily understood by the participants.

Apart from education, activities also include free health screening which includes measuring blood pressure, blood sugar, weight, height and abdominal circumference. This early detection is crucial for identifying high-risk individuals and providing necessary medical follow-up recommendations, so that treatment can be carried out early to prevent more serious complications.

Dr. Sigit Dwi Pramono, M.Biomed, as Chief Executive, said, "We hope that this activity will not only increase the knowledge and awareness of cleaning staff about PTM, but also empower them to take preventive steps to maintain their health independently. This is a real form of FK UMI's commitment to realizing the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, especially in community service that is sustainable and based on real needs."

Active participation from 36 PT cleaning officers. Bisri showed high enthusiasm for this initiative. It is hoped that through a program like this, the quality of life and health of cleanliness heroes in the UMI environment can continue to improve, in line with UMI's vision to contribute positively to society at large. This activity also becomes the basis for developing similar health programs in the future, strengthening communication networks between the academic community and all campus supporting elements.