Intervention for Early Detection of Non-Communicable Disease Risk Factors Among Adolescents Through Health Screening Programs

Abstract

Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) have become a global health problem with an increasing trend among adolescents due to behavioral risk factors such as unhealthy dietary patterns, physical inactivity, and obesity. This community service activity aimed to conduct early detection of NCD risk factors through free health screenings for adolescents at SMK HKTI Temanggung, Central Java. The activity was carried out from August 12–14, 2024, targeting students, teachers, and school staff. The examinations included blood pressure measurement, random blood glucose testing, and body weight assessment. A total of 52 students participated in the blood pressure screening, with results showing 28.8% in the normal category, 11.5% elevated, 32.7% stage 1 hypertension, and 26.9% stage 2 hypertension. Random blood glucose testing was conducted on 27 students, with values ranging from 79–142 mg/dL; most were within normal limits, although one student had a value ≥140 mg/dL indicating prediabetes. Body weight measurements were performed on 36 students, showing a range of 37–93 kg, with indications of potential overweight and underweight conditions in a small proportion of students. These findings indicate that although the overall health condition of adolescents was relatively good, early signs of NCD risk factors particularly hypertension were identified. Therefore, regular health monitoring, interventions in the school setting are necessary to prevent the progression of NCDs from adolescence.