1 in 5 Young Indonesians Has Hypertension: Don't Wait for Symptoms
Hypertension is often seen as an older person's disease. In fact, according to the Indonesian Health Survey, about 1 in 5 young Indonesians has high blood pressure. Prevalence is about 13% among 18 to 24 year olds and rises to about 20% among 25 to 34 year olds.
Internal medicine specialist dr. Sukamto Koesnoe, Sp.PD-KAI, says he increasingly sees patients aged 25 to 35 with high blood pressure. Many of them feel healthy and only seek care after a stroke or heart attack.
Findings from the 2026 Free Health Check
The Free Health Check (CKG) program supports this picture. Of 9.2 million participants whose blood pressure was normal last year, about 1 million now have hypertension. The good news: of 2.4 million people with hypertension who were rechecked, 1.1 million brought their blood pressure back to the normal range.
"Don't wait until symptoms or complications appear," said Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin.
What Drives Hypertension in Young People
- High salt intake, including from instant and fast food
- Too little physical activity
- A sedentary modern lifestyle
- Lack of sleep and stress
Simple Steps to Keep Blood Pressure in Check
- Check your blood pressure regularly, at least once a year through CKG at a community health center.
- Cut down on salt and processed food.
- Stay active for at least 30 minutes a day.
- Sleep enough and manage stress.
- If you have been diagnosed, take your medicine as prescribed and see your doctor regularly.
Herbal Companions from Habbaco99
If you are managing your blood pressure through lifestyle changes, Habbaco99 offers standardized herbal blends that can serve as companions:
Helps relieve mild high blood pressure.
Directions: 2 capsules, 3 times a day
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Helps support healthy blood circulation.
Directions: 2 capsules, 3 times a day
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Note: Habbaco99 herbal products are BPOM-registered traditional medicines that can complement a healthy lifestyle. They do not replace medicine or treatment prescribed by your doctor. If you are on medication, pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult a health professional first.
Sources
- Jawa Pos: 1 in 5 young people has hypertension (19 May 2026)
- Ministry of Health of Indonesia: 2026 CKG results, 1 million previously healthy people now have hypertension (4 August 2026)
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