Ngemplak Simongan, Semarang Barat – Hypertension and diabetes mellitus are non-communicable diseases (NCDs) often referred to as “silent killers” because they can develop without symptoms in the early stages. As a result, many patients only realize their health condition after serious complications, such as heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems, appear.
As part of efforts to prevent and detect these conditions early, students from KKN-T Team 8 Universitas Diponegoro conducted a health screening for the residents of RW 2, Ngemplak Simongan Village, Semarang Barat District, on January 17, 2026.
The health screening activity was carried out by a multidisciplinary team consisting of students from the Pharmacy, Public Health, Mathematics programs, as well as from the Faculty of Engineering, including Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Architecture. This interdisciplinary collaboration aimed to provide comprehensive health services, not only through blood pressure checks but also by educating the public about the importance of early detection and adopting a healthy lifestyle.
Based on the screening results of 50 residents of RW 2, it was found that blood pressure conditions requiring serious attention were prevalent. Ten percent of the residents (5 people) had normal blood pressure, while 36 percent (18 people) were in the pre-hypertension category. The highest percentage was in the hypertension category, at 54 percent (27 people), with blood pressure ≥140/90 mmHg. These findings indicate a high risk of cardiovascular diseases in the community if not accompanied by lifestyle changes to a healthier one.
In addition to conducting the screenings, the KKN-T Team 8 students also directly educated the residents on the results of the screening and recommended the adoption of a healthy lifestyle, such as following a low-salt diet based on the DASH diet principles, increasing physical activity regularly, and having routine health check-ups. The activity received positive feedback from the community. Mrs. Kamsiah, a housewife and RW 2 resident, stated that the free health screening service was very helpful for the community in learning about their blood pressure without needing to visit a health facility.
Overall, this health screening activity went smoothly and is expected to be the first step for the residents of Ngemplak Simongan Village to increase their awareness of health and the importance of routine early detection.
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