Argon Peduli and Universitas Brawijaya Deliver Community Health Services Through Needs-Based Services in Malang

Understanding the health needs of a community is an important step in delivering meaningful health support. Through Argon Peduli, PT Medela Potentia Tbk collaborated with Universitas Brawijaya to provide community health services in Ngabab Village, Pujon District, Malang Regency, East Java.

The community service activity was held on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at the Ngabab Village Head Office and benefited 160 community members. The initiative involved the Faculty of Medicine of Universitas Brawijaya through its Departments of Medicine and Pharmacy, and provided free health screenings including blood pressure, blood glucose, and cholesterol checks, medical consultations, as well as vitamins and medicines as needed.

The activity also involved Amin Afandi, S.Pd., S.AP., Head of Ngabab Village, reflecting the importance of collaboration with local stakeholders in addressing community health needs.

The health services were delivered with consideration of the health conditions identified in the local community. Previous data indicated a relatively high prevalence of hypertension in Ngabab Village, accompanied by concerns related to cholesterol. The screening therefore provided an opportunity for residents to better understand their health conditions and become more aware of potential health risks.

dr. Ayunda Dewi Jayanti Jilan Putri, M.Sc., a lecturer in Public Health and Preventive Medicine at the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Brawijaya, and Coordinator for Community Service and Disaster Preparedness at the Faculty’s Research and Community Service Agency, said that building awareness is an important part of improving community health.

“We previously collected data showing that hypertension rates in Ngabab Village were relatively high, along with several complaints related to cholesterol. Through this activity, we hope to support improvements in the community’s health and encourage sustainable follow-up. It is not an easy process, but with greater community participation and awareness of their health conditions, the efforts made can be more targeted and contribute to improving overall health.”

The activity demonstrated how community health programs can become more relevant when they are informed by local needs. Beyond providing access to screening, the initiative encouraged residents to recognize their health conditions and take greater awareness of the steps they can take to maintain their well-being.

For Argon Peduli, creating meaningful social impact means ensuring that community initiatives respond to real needs. HR & Sustainability Director of PT Medela Potentia Tbk, Nancy Kartika, said collaboration with Universitas Brawijaya allowed the company to combine social commitment with the expertise and knowledge of academic professionals.

“Argon Peduli believes that social impact becomes more meaningful when initiatives are based on real needs within the community. Through our collaboration with Universitas Brawijaya, we are able to combine our commitment to community engagement with the expertise and knowledge of academics to deliver services that are more relevant. We hope that collaborations like this can continue to expand access, build awareness, and encourage positive and sustainable change for the community.”

The involvement of the Faculty of Medicine and local stakeholders also strengthened the connection between health expertise and community needs. By bringing healthcare professionals and academic knowledge closer to the community, the initiative created an opportunity for residents to receive health services while gaining greater awareness of their individual health conditions.

The activity is part of Argon Peduli’s broader commitment to supporting community well-being through initiatives that create relevant and sustainable impact. By collaborating with educational institutions and local communities, PT Medela Potentia Tbk continues to contribute to efforts that promote greater health awareness and access to appropriate health support.

Through Argon Peduli, PT Medela Potentia Tbk continues to build meaningful partnerships with educational institutions and communities to support healthier communities and encourage positive change that can be sustained over time.