Day: December 1, 2022

Supplements cannot replace immunization: Indonesian Pediatric Society

Supplements cannot replace immunization in preventing the transmission of infectious diseases such as measles, polio, diphtheria, and pertussis, according to a member of the immunization task force of the Indonesian Pediatric Society (IDAI) Soedjatmiko. “Supplements need to be given, but they cannot replace the function of immunization, no matter what the

KPPU to bolster supervision of MSME partnerships

The Business Competition Supervisory Commission (KPPU) will strengthen the supervision of partnerships involving micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) as part of efforts to prepare for the threat of a global recession in 2023. Strengthening the supervision of MSME partnerships will be one of the commission’s focuses in 2023 due

VP Amin attends Christmas celebration in Papua

Vice President Ma’ruf Amin on Thursday attended a Christmas celebration in Biak city, Biak Numfor District, Papua, with district government officials, Indonesian Military and National Police personnel, and the community. “Today, December 1, 2022, from the Cenderawasih Square, I wish all Christians in Papua and all parts of the country

Govt asked to scrutinize company audits to mitigate job cuts

The Indonesian Ombudsman has urged the Manpower Ministry and regional manpower offices to scrutinize the audit results of companies to mitigate job terminations, Ombudsman member Robert Na Endi Jaweng has informed. During a certain period, companies are audited by the public accountant office. The results of the audit must be

Early HIV detection crucial for improving quality of life: expert

It is crucial to carry out HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) screening early to improve the quality of life and prevent death from HIV, according to internal medicine doctor and allergy immunology consultant Heru Sundaru. “Early detection of HIV is more important. Age can be longer, quality of life will also

Expect education sector will help achieve climate mitigation targets

Deputy Minister of Environment and Forestry Alue Dohong has expressed the hope that the education sector will make a significant contribution to Indonesia’s efforts to achieve its climate change mitigation targets. “Because the younger generation is an important stakeholder to oversee the achievement of climate change policy implementation in Indonesia,” he