UNDIP, Banjarnegara (May 17, 2025) – Universitas Diponegoro’s Institute for Research and Community Service (LPPM UNDIP) held a free health screening and medical treatment event for residents of Kepakisan Village, Batur District, Banjarnegara Regency, on Saturday (May 17, 2025). The event, held at the Kepakisan Village Hall, drew hundreds of attendees from surrounding sub-villages.
Dr. dr. Sri Winarni, M.Kes., a representative of LPPM UNDIP, officially opened the program. She expressed appreciation for the support of all involved, including the village head and Puskesmas Batur 2.
“We are here sincerely to help you all. The examinations are completely free of charge,” Dr. Sri said in her remarks. “We offer blood pressure checks, lab services, uric acid and hypertension screening, and consultations with specialists. Please make the most of this opportunity.” She also relayed greetings from the Chairman of LPPM UNDIP, Prof. Herman, who was unable to attend as he is currently on pilgrimage.
The event brought together dozens of healthcare professionals, including general practitioners, specialists, nurses, and laboratory technicians, supported by UNDIP medical students participating in a community service program.
dr. Rizaldy Yoga P., Head of Puskesmas Batur 2, expressed hope that such initiatives would be held regularly and fully utilized by the community. “I hope all of you will take advantage of this event so today’s results can serve as a foundation for better health in the future,” he said.
Kepakisan Village Head Bambang Wijonarko extended his gratitude to the LPPM UNDIP team. He praised the program’s value and voiced his wish for it to continue.
“This program is truly beneficial, ma’am. I hope all invited residents are able to attend, and I sincerely hope this kind of activity continues in the future. May God reward all of your kindness,” Bambang said.
In addition to medical checkups and medication distribution, the event also featured health education sessions delivered by UNDIP medical staff. Topics included burn treatment, early detection of breast cancer, and education on degenerative diseases common in rural communities.
Excitement among residents was evident from the early morning. Family members accompanied many elderly attendees, and mothers with children also came together to benefit from the free services.
This initiative is part of LPPM UNDIP’s ongoing community service program, reflecting the university’s commitment to improving public health in remote areas. Along with physical checkups, residents received small gifts from organizers as tokens of care and solidarity.
Carried out in a spirit of enthusiasm and familial warmth, the event ran smoothly through the afternoon and left a lasting positive impression on all involved. (Public Communication/UNDIP/Wishnu)