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Malang City Police Offer Free HPV Vaccines and Pap smears for Bhayangkara Day
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Police provide free HPV vaccines and Pap smears during Bhayangkara Day, aiming to prevent cervical cancer and promote reproductive health.">
MALANG CITY, East Java – In commemoration of the 79th Bhayangakara Day and the 73rd Bhayangkari Movement Unity Day (HKGB), the Malang City Police, in collaboration with the malang City Health office, provided free health services including Pap smears and HPV vaccines on June 26, 2025. The initiative targeted 200 participants, with 100 slots for Pap smears and 100 for HPV vaccinations for individuals aged 15 and older.
Free Health Services Mark Dual Celebrations
The health service event, known as Baktikes, took place at the Sanika Satyawada Ballroom. Malang City Police Chief, Kombes Pol Nanang Haryono, emphasized that this initiative reflects the National Police’s commitment to reproductive health for its members, their families, and the broader community. “This free Pap smear and vaccination service is an early prevention effort against HPV infections and cervical cancer, especially for vulnerable groups and children,” stated Kombes Pol Nanang.
Did You Know? cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer among women worldwide, with an estimated 604,000 new cases and 342,000 deaths in 2020 [[WHO Fact Sheet]].
Preventive Measures Highlighted
Kombes Pol Nanang stressed that prevention is more effective than cure, particularly for diseases that can be detected early. Previously, the Malang City Police and the Malang City Government had administered HPV vaccines to 6,500 students in Malang, demonstrating a continued commitment to proactive healthcare.
Ny. Nany Nanang Haryono, Chairman of the Bhayangkari Malang City Branch, expressed her appreciation for the free Baktikes, aligning it with the 73rd HKGB’s focus on prioritizing the health of its members. She hopes that
