Universitas Brawijaya (UB) has reaffirmed its role in supporting the transformation of national health development, aligning with government directives in the 2026 Indonesian Science, Technology, and Industry Convention (KSTI). Through the implementation of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, UB strives to bridge evidence-based policy to address strategic health challenges currently facing Indonesia.
The primary focus of concern is the high prevalence of non-communicable diseases, which include hypercholesterolemia, hypertension, and diabetes mellitus. Additionally, dental health issues, particularly dental caries, have become a crucial concern requiring massive promotional and preventive interventions. Universitas Brawijaya aims to strengthen nutrition education and public health literacy as primary preventive steps, aligned with the latest regulations on the transparency of sugar, salt, and fat content in ready-to-eat food products.
Furthermore, UB is paying close attention to the success of the government-promoted Free Health Check (CKG) program. Given the low public awareness regarding routine health checkups—currently remaining below 10 percent—the university is committed to optimizing the role of healthcare workers at every stage of the program.
The operational strategy designed by UB includes intensive mentoring for healthcare workers, continuous public health monitoring, and strengthening post-screening education. Through this cross-sectoral collaboration, Universitas Brawijaya seeks to ensure that government health programs do not merely end at the screening stage, but create a tangible impact on improving the overall quality of life for the broader public.
