Indonesia Confirms 23 Hantavirus Cases Since 2024, Experts Reassure Public on Transmission Dynamics

Indonesia has recorded a total of 23 confirmed cases of Hantavirus infection between 2024 and the sixteenth week of 2026, according to the Ministry of Health (Kemenkes). These cases have…

Child Protection Experts Emphasize Early Sex Education as Crucial Shield Against Abuse and Foundation for Bodily Autonomy

Dr. Eva Devita, SpA(K), the Chairperson of the Child Protection Task Force of the Indonesian Pediatric Society (IDAI), has formally recommended that parents initiate education regarding private body parts and…

Indonesia’s Seismic Hazard Escalates as 14 Megathrust Zones Identified, Japanese Experts Urge Advanced Monitoring

Jakarta, Indonesia – Indonesia is facing a heightened risk of major earthquakes following the release of the updated Earthquake Source and Hazard Map 2024, which reveals a significant increase in…

Experts Advocate for Early Childhood Body Privacy Education to Prevent Sexual Abuse and Promote Reproductive Health Knowledge

The Indonesian Pediatric Society (IDAI) has officially recommended that parents initiate body privacy education for children as early as their toddler years, specifically when they begin to recognize and name…

Navigating the Perilous Landscape of Property Transactions: Experts Warn Against Bogus Agents Amidst Regulatory Gaps in Indonesia

Jakarta, Indonesia – A stark warning has been issued to prospective property buyers and sellers in Indonesia: exercise extreme caution when engaging real estate agents. Industry experts highlight a pervasive…

Nutri-Level Labeling System to Debut on Packaged Foods in Indonesia, Experts Emphasize Crucial Role of Public Education

Jakarta, CNN Indonesia – Indonesia is set to introduce a new front-of-package nutrition labeling system, dubbed "Nutri-Level," designed to simplify the complex task of understanding the health implications of packaged…

Recognizing the Silent Trauma Critical Warning Signs of Child Sexual Abuse and the Vital Role of Parental Vigilance According to Pediatric Experts

The Indonesian Pediatric Society (IDAI) has issued a critical advisory to parents and caregivers regarding the subtle and often overlooked indicators of sexual abuse in children and adolescents. Dr. Eva…

Mastering Mindful Parenting: Clinical Experts Outline Key Strategies for Fostering Deeper Connections and Emotional Resilience in Children

The landscape of modern child-rearing is undergoing a significant shift as clinical psychologists emphasize the importance of presence over perfection. Vera Itabiliana Hadiwidjojo, a prominent child and adolescent clinical psychologist…

Psychological and Socioeconomic Underpinnings of the Childfree Decision Insights from Family Experts on the Shifting Paradigm of Modern Parenthood

The global discourse surrounding the decision to remain childfree—a choice where individuals or couples voluntarily opt out of parenthood—has gained significant momentum in recent years, moving from the fringes of…

Experts Urge Government to Implement Moratorium on Transmigration Program Following Widespread Agrarian Conflicts and Land Tenure Failures

A collaborative study conducted by the Center for Rural and Regional Studies (PSPK) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), the National Land College (STPN) Yogyakarta, and the Sajogyo Institute has revealed…

Pediatric Experts Urge Parental Vigilance as Hidden Signs of Sexual Abuse in Children and Adolescents Often Go Unreported

The Indonesian Pediatric Society (IDAI) has issued a critical advisory to parents and guardians across the nation, emphasizing the urgent need to recognize the subtle, often non-verbal cues that indicate…