Foreign Residents Eligible for BPJS Kesehatan, But Limitations Apply on Surgery
For many foreigners living in Indonesia, the question of accessing affordable healthcare often arises. The good news? Those who have resided in the country...
Indonesia Has the Second-Highest TB Cases in the World After India
Indonesia continues to battle tuberculosis (TB), a highly contagious disease that remains a major public health threat. With an estimated 1,060,000 cases in 2024,...
Bali Becomes the World’s Most Sought-After Wellness Living Destination
The concept of wellness living is becoming increasingly popular, especially among urban dwellers looking for a balanced and health-oriented lifestyle. More than just a...
Cyclists in Jakarta Can Now Bring Non-Folding Bikes on Jabodebek LRT...
Cycling around Jakarta just got easier. In a new move welcomed by cycling enthusiasts, Jabodebek LRT has now allowed non-folding bikes on board during...
4 Wellness Tourism Recommendations in Yogyakarta, Perfect for Beating Burnout!
Health and wellness tourism is predicted to be a rising trend, as seen in previous years with increasing interest in health and wellness travel....
Spas Exempt from Steep 40%-75% Entertainment Tax
For spa business owners across Indonesia, a sense of relief has finally arrived. The Constitutional Court (MK) has ruled that spa services are part...
HMPV Virus Detected in Indonesia, Cases Found Among Children
The recent confirmation of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV virus) cases in Indonesia has drawn attention, particularly because the virus recently caused alarm in China. The...
HMPV Virus Spreading Rapidly in China, Indonesia Prepares Preventive Measures
An outbreak of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV virus) in China has captured global attention, raising concerns over its potential to spread beyond borders. The...
Australia Issues Travel Warning Regarding Dengue Fever in Bali
Concerns over dengue fever outbreaks have led the Australia to advise its citizens to carefully reconsider their travel plans to Bali. However, Bali’s Provincial...
Forest Fire Smoke Could Potentially Kill 12,000 People Annually
As the threat of forest fires intensifies across Indonesia, particularly in Kalimantan, the situation has prompted an extended alert status in West Kalimantan, lasting...
