Inclusive Routine Check-ups: A Healthy Solution for Domestic Workers Through On-Demand Services

Domestic workers (PRT) play a vital role in maintaining the stability of household life, especially in big cities where the rhythm of life is very fast. They are responsible for various daily household chores, from cleaning the house, cooking, to caring for children or the elderly. However, despite their important role, the health aspect of domestic workers is often neglected. Many of them do not have regular access to health services due to limited time, costs, and informal employment status. To answer this challenge, the presence of on-demand health workers is an effective and inclusive solution.

On-demand health workers are professional medical personnel such as doctors, nurses, or nutritionists who can be accessed through a digital platform or come directly to the location upon request. Amidst advances in health technology, this service allows domestic workers to get routine health check-ups without having to leave their workplace or queue for a long time at health facilities.

Routine check-ups include checking blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, weight, and light consultations regarding daily health complaints. This service can be done periodically, for example every month or every two months, and the results can be recorded digitally for long-term monitoring. With this system, the potential for chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, or anemia can be detected early, before they develop into more serious conditions.

Another benefit is the ease of flexible scheduling. Domestic workers or employers can order services through the application according to a time that does not interfere with working hours. Some services also allow interaction via teleconsultation if it is not possible for a direct physical examination. 

The implementation of this service can also be a form of protection and appreciation from employers to their domestic workers. By providing access to regular health services, employers contribute to the welfare of workers who help maintain the comfort of their homes every day. This can also be part of social responsibility in building healthy and humane working relationships. 

The main challenges are affordability, digital literacy, and ensuring the sustainability of the program. Therefore, it is important to encourage collaboration between service providers, communities, and policy makers to create subsidy or incentive schemes for employers who support routine check-ups for their domestic workers. 

With a humanistic and technology-based approach, routine check-ups by on-demand health workers are a step forward in improving the quality of life of domestic workers in big cities. This service not only improves early detection of diseases, but also provides a sense of security and appreciation for workers who often work behind the scenes.