Heart Disease Cases Rise in Magetan: RSUD dr. Sayidiman Urges Public to Adopt Healthy Lifestyle and Regular Check-ups

Magetan Regency in East Java is experiencing a significant rise in cardiovascular disease cases, prompting urgent public health warnings from local medical authorities. RSUD dr. Sayidiman Magetan has reported increasing patient volumes at its cardiology polyclinic, with daily consultations reaching up to 100 individuals, reflecting a growing burden on the hospital’s services.

Hospital officials attribute the surge to prevalent unhealthy lifestyle habits among residents, including poor dietary choices, physical inactivity, and delayed health screenings. Dr. Rochmad Santoso, Director of RSUD dr. Sayidiman Magetan, emphasized that many cardiovascular conditions are preventable through early detection and sustained lifestyle modifications.

The hospital has intensified its community outreach efforts, urging residents to adopt heart-healthy behaviors such as regular exercise, balanced nutrition low in salt and saturated fats, and routine medical check-ups. These recommendations align with national public health guidelines highlighting prevention as a cornerstone in reducing cardiovascular morbidity and mortality.

RSUD dr. Sayidiman Magetan specifically advises individuals aged 40 and above to undergo periodic cardiovascular screenings, noting that risk factors such as hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes often develop asymptomatically in midlife. Early identification of these conditions allows for timely intervention before complications arise.

In addition to clinical services, the hospital is participating in accreditation preparation activities led by LARS-DHP in anticipation of re-accreditation evaluations scheduled for late 2026. This process includes monitoring and evaluating service types and standards to ensure quality and patient safety improvements across departments, including cardiology.

Recent data from the hospital’s outpatient clinic indicate areas needing improvement, with patient satisfaction scores recorded at 80.43 for general services during January–July 2024. Officials say feedback from community engagements and oversight bodies is being used to guide service enhancements.

Public health experts continue to stress that while genetic predisposition plays a role in some heart conditions, modifiable lifestyle factors remain the primary drivers of preventable cardiovascular disease. Sustained public education and accessible preventive care are seen as essential to reversing current trends in Magetan and similar regions.