[Makassar, July 30, 2023] – The Student Executive Board of the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Muhammadiyah (BEM FK Unismuh), in close collaboration with the Faculty of Medicine leadership, celebrated the official opening of the Adopted Village in Mandalle Village. The event, held on this date, showcased a series of activities ranging from health education to health check-ups to raise awareness and well-being of the local community.

Opening of the Adopted Village:
The opening of the Adopted Village in Mandalle marked the beginning of a close collaboration between BEM FK Unismuh and the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar, with the local community. The event aimed to form a sustainable partnership in enhancing the health and well-being of the community.

Health Education Activities:
BEM FK Unismuh cadres conducted informative health education sessions. Participants were provided with in-depth understanding of the importance of maintaining health, balanced nutrition, regular exercise, and disease prevention. The goal of this education was to offer practical guidance to the Mandalle Village community to improve their healthy lifestyle.

Free Health Check-ups:
In an effort to directly impact the health of the community, a medical team comprising medical students and healthcare professionals conducted free health check-ups. The Mandalle Village community could utilize these services, including blood pressure measurements, blood sugar tests, and other health assessments. The activities aimed to provide better health awareness to the residents of Mandalle Village.

In his address, [Reinaldy Aslam], Chairman of BEM FK Unismuh, stated, “Welcome to the opening of the Adopted Village. We are delighted and grateful for the enthusiasm and active participation of the Mandalle Village community. We, BEM FK Unismuh, together with the faculty leadership, are committed to making a maximum contribution to improving the health and well-being of the community.”

[Dr. Asdar Sp.B], Head of the Faculty of Medicine, Unismuh, also conveyed, “The opening of the Adopted Village is a crucial step in strengthening the relationship between the university and the community. We hope that this collaboration will not only be a good start but also provide sustainable benefits for the health and well-being of the Mandalle Village community.”

Positive Support from the Community:
The opening of the Adopted Village received positive support from the residents of Mandalle Village. The active participation of the community in health education and check-up activities reflects high enthusiasm and engagement in the joint effort to achieve better health.

The opening of the Adopted Village marks the beginning of the commitment of BEM FK Unismuh and the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar, to continue collaborating in beneficial social activities for the community and create a positive impact in the health sector.