Non-Communicable Diseases Become the Leading Cause of Death in Indonesia

2026-08-05

Recent data shows that 85 percent of deaths in Indonesia are currently caused by non-communicable diseases (NCDs). This condition has become a serious concern for both the government and the public as the prevalence of these diseases continues to rise year after year.

The most common non-communicable diseases include heart disease, stroke, cancer, and diabetes. Unlike infectious diseases, these types of illnesses generally develop slowly and are often unnoticed by the sufferer until they reach a serious stage.

Lifestyle factors are the primary triggers for these high figures. A lack of physical activity, unhealthy eating patterns with excessive consumption of sugar, salt, and fat, as well as smoking habits are considered the main causes for the emergence of these diseases among the Indonesian population.

The government, through the Ministry of Health, continues to strive for prevention through early detection programs. The public is urged to routinely undergo health check-ups at the nearest healthcare facilities so that the risk of disease can be detected and treated early.

Public awareness to adopt a healthy lifestyle is the key to reducing the death rate caused by non-communicable diseases. By maintaining a balanced diet and exercising regularly, it is hoped that the quality of public health in Indonesia can improve in the future.