E. Jakarta Agency's Health Posts at Two Bus Terminals Serve 624 Bus Drivers

East Jakarta Health Sub-agency's health posts at Pulo Gebang and Kampung Rambutan Bus Terminals served 625 bus drivers during March 21 to April 8, 2025.

The implementation went smoothly

East Jakarta Health Sub-agency Head, Herwin Meifendy said the health posts were prepared to serve bus drivers health checking during the homecoming season.

"The implementation went smoothly. Thanks to East Jakarta PMI collaboration," he said, Tuesday (4/8).

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In detail, there were 396 bus drivers served at Pulo Gebang Integrated Bus Terminal. 240 of them passed the health check, then remaining 116 drivers were given notes.

"46 drivers were not allowed to drive due to hypertension, hyperglycemia and complication between the two. We also referred four drivers to the nearest hospital for further treatment," he added.

Then 228 bus drivers were served at Kampung Rambutan Bus Terminal. 157 of them were allowed to drive, and the remaining 57 drivers were given notes.

"17 bus drivers were not allowed to drive due to health condition. One driver was suspected of being under the influence of alcohol and another person had consumed amphetamines," he continued.

According to him, the health post at Kampung Rambutan Bus Terminal also gave mental disorder service for bus drivers who drove in traffic congestion for long period.

"Our staff asked 19 questions to determine the level of stress or depression," he stated.

Meanwhile, one of the bus drivers, Seno (42) admitted the service helped him much.

"Thanks to the service. We appreciate it much. Health checking was free of charge," he said.