Depok, December 3, 2025 — The Faculty of Public Health (FPH), Universitas Indonesia (UI), once again strengthened its commitment to providing promotive and preventive health services through the organization of the Integrated Health Post (Pos Pembinaan Terpadu/Posbindu) Griseta. In collaboration with SamMarie Basra Mother and Child Hospital (RSIA SamMarie Basra) and supported by Indofood and Sinocare, this initiative represents a strategic step by FPH UI to enhance early detection of risk factors for non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and to provide health education for the extended FPH UI community.
The activity opened with welcoming remarks from Dr. Trini Sudiarti, a faculty member of the Department of Nutrition, FPH UI, and the initiator of Posbindu Griseta FPH UI, who expressed her appreciation for the successful collaboration. “We hope that all participants can take advantage of this opportunity to obtain information on fertility directly from the experts of SamMarie Hospital. My sincere thanks to the student volunteers and all parties who contributed to this event. This marks our second collaboration with RSIA SamMarie Basra,” she stated. Her remarks also reaffirmed FPH UI’s commitment to expanding collaborative networks for public health services.
During the institutional introduction session, dr. Anindya Vanesha, representing RSIA SamMarie Basra, presented a brief profile of the hospital. SamMarie is part of the SamMarie Healthcare Group, which oversees two hospitals and two clinics, with flagship services in fertility care and child growth and development. With this strong reputation, the collaboration is expected to add significant value to reproductive and metabolic health education within the FPH UI environment.
Posbindu Griseta also featured a Mini Medical Check-Up, including random blood glucose testing, cholesterol and uric acid examinations, blood pressure measurement, and health consultations. These screenings enabled participants to identify their metabolic health status at an early stage, helping to prevent more serious health risks in the future.
The core session of the event was a health talk titled “The Relationship between Metabolic Disorders and Fertility”, delivered by dr. Nurhidayat Kusuma, Sp.OG, K.FER., Fertility Consultant at RSIA SamMarie Basra. In his presentation, dr. Nurhidayat explained that metabolic disorders are a group of conditions that increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. “A growing body of scientific evidence shows that components of metabolic syndrome can directly disrupt the reproductive system,” he explained. Metabolic imbalances—particularly excess body fat and dysregulated blood glucose—affect various biological processes related to fertility in both men and women, including ovulation, sperm quality, and hormonal balance.
In discussing management strategies, dr. Nurhidayat emphasized that lifestyle modification is the most effective first-line intervention, including weight reduction and dietary regulation. In addition, medical therapy may also be beneficial, such as the use of insulin-sensitizing agents in patients with PCOS or diabetes, as well as hormonal therapy for ovulation induction. “Strict control of blood glucose and blood pressure is crucial,” he added. He also noted that supplementation—such as folic acid and vitamin D—can support reproductive function and overall metabolic health.
Concluding his presentation, dr. Nurhidayat underscored that metabolic disorders are not solely cardiovascular issues. “They are a major cause of infertility in both men and women. Early intervention to address obesity, insulin resistance, and dyslipidemia before or during attempts to conceive is essential to improve pregnancy outcomes and reduce the risk of complications,” he emphasized.
Through the implementation of Posbindu Griseta, FPH UI once again reaffirmed its role as an institution that prioritizes prevention- and education-based public health initiatives. Continued collaboration with RSIA SamMarie Basra is expected to broaden the impact of promotive health services, strengthen reproductive and metabolic health literacy, and foster a culture of healthy living within the campus environment and the wider community. (wrk)