JAKARTA - Have you ever seen health tips on TikTok or Instagram that seem convincing, even though the source is not necessarily medical? In this era of information flooding, distinguishing which doctor's advice and which is just an influencer's opinion is a big challenge, especially for teenagers.
Seeing this phenomenon, PT Bintang Toedjoe moved through the Komix Herbal Goes to School program. The mission is simple but important: equipping Gen Z so that they don't easily eat health hoaxes and know how to do safe self-medication (swamedikasi).
Why Should Teenagers "Melek" Health?
Healthy habits are formed since school. If from now on you are used to choosing a drug because you follow the trend, the effect can be dangerous in the long run.
"We want Gen Z to have a correct understanding of health. They need to know how to use the right medicine and choose safe products, so that they are more responsible for their own bodies," said Zaini Ahsan Prahendra, Public Relations PT Bintang Toedjoe.
Learn the Right Swamedikasi
Many people think that self-treatment is free-free. In fact, there are limits. Dr. Muhammad Nafi' Rizqi A explained that adolescents need to be equipped with knowledge to distinguish credible recommendations.
Swamedikasi is allowed for mild complaints, but you must use the correct information so that no health risks appear later. Here, the role of authentic Indonesian herbal medicine is also introduced as a wise choice if used properly.
Traveling around Indonesia for the "Herbal Generation"
After successfully visiting dozens of cities from Banjarmasin to Mataram at the end of 2025, this program continues in January 2026 to schools in Surakarta and Balikpapan.
Not just listening to the presentation, high school/vocational school students are invited to:
Open Dialogue: Ask directly about the use of drugs that is often confusing.
Digital Literacy: Learn how to filter health information on social media.
Herbal Education: Knowing the potential of herbal medicine is not just a trend, but a responsible health solution.
Real Contribution to Gen Z
The point is, Komix Herbal wants to create teenagers who are not only physically healthy, but also digitally smart. Knowing how herbal medicines work and the correct dosage from an early age is the key to preventing drug abuse in the future.
So, for those of you who still often "self-diagnose" through social media content, let's start looking for more reliable sources!
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