Ministry of Health Confirms No Cases of Plague in Indonesia Yet
The Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia has issued an official statement regarding public concerns about the spread of the plague. As of Sunday (10/11/2026), the government confirms that not a single case of the disease has been found in Indonesian territory.
The plague is a bacterial infection typically transmitted through the bites of fleas on rodents, such as rats. Recently, rumors regarding the emergence of this disease became a public concern, causing anxiety within the community.
In response to this, the Ministry of Health continues to conduct strict monitoring at all of the country's entry points, including airports and seaports. This step is taken as an early prevention effort to ensure that this dangerous disease does not enter and spread throughout the country.
In addition to border surveillance, the government also urges the public to remain calm and not easily believe unverified information. The public is asked to always maintain the cleanliness of their home environments to avoid rat nests and fleas that have the potential to carry diseases.
The Ministry of Health is committed to continuously providing the latest information to the public transparently. If there are any developments in the situation regarding public health, the government promises to communicate them immediately through official communication channels.