Deli Serdang I MISTAR.ID
The Department of Health (Dinkes) of Deli Serdang Regency recently organized a Fitness Festival for Civil Servants (ASN) and non-ASN at the Sei Semayang Football Field in Sunggal District, Deli Serdang, on Thursday (29/8/24).
Head of the Department of Health of Deli Serdang and organizer of the event, Dr. H Asri Ludin Tambunan, stated that the event was held with the aim of promoting the health of the people of Deli Serdang.
„With this event, we also want to educate the entire community about the importance of exercise. This is also a commitment from all members of the community to improve health, especially in Sunggal District,“ said Dr. Aci, as Asri Ludin Tambunan is affectionately known.
Dr. Aci explained that the fitness festival was attended by 500 participants and featured various activities. These included group exercise, distribution of iron supplements, hemoglobin (HB) tests, distribution of PBI-JK cards, free health check-ups, and a social service program to combat stunting in collaboration with the Indonesian Midwives Association (IBI) of Deli Serdang Regency.
The distribution of iron supplements and HB tests specifically targeted adolescent girls in attendance. Dr. Aci emphasized the importance of maintaining a hemoglobin level above 12 in these girls, as low levels could lead to unhealthy childbirth and potential stunting in the future.
Dr. Aci also highlighted the significance of ensuring that all mothers in Deli Serdang Regency give birth to healthy children, as this would contribute to producing the best generation and achieving Indonesia’s Golden Generation 2045.
„We also distributed PBI-JK cards to several residents. From January to August 2024, the Department of Health of Deli Serdang has distributed 21,807 cards. We hope that the distribution of these cards to Posyandu cadres will motivate and improve their performance,“ he added.
The Acting Regent, represented by the Acting Secretary of Deli Serdang, Citra Effendi Capah, commended the event as a demonstration of the commitment of the Deli Serdang Regency government, particularly the Department of Health, to promoting a healthy community.
„Through regular exercise, we not only maintain physical health but also strengthen the bonds between residents. I appreciate the efforts of the Department of Health. This fitness festival is a tangible example of collaboration between the local government and various stakeholders. Hopefully, this can become a regular event and its quality can be continuously improved,“ Capah stated.
The event also included a Supplementary Feeding Program (PMT) competition.
Also present at the event were the Head of the Department of Culture, Youth, Sports, and Tourism of Deli Serdang Regency, Ismail, and the Sunggal District Chief, Danang Purnama Yuda.
In conclusion, the Fitness Festival organized by the Department of Health of Deli Serdang Regency was a significant initiative aimed at promoting health and well-being among the community. Through various activities and services provided, the event not only encouraged physical fitness but also emphasized the importance of overall health and well-being. The collaboration between the government and various stakeholders showcased a unified effort towards improving the health of the people of Deli Serdang.