Relato de experiência acerca da produção de um projeto micropolítico na atenção primária à saúde

Pedro Henrique de Castro Torres; Vinicius de Carvalho Siqueira Alves; Gregson Luís Matos Silva; José Ribamar  Martins Neto; Pedro Henrique Brandão Castelo Branco; Bhav Babani; Guilherme Ribeiro Farias de Oliveira; Ian Farias de Oliveira; Isabella Arce Leite Rocha; Rosemary Amanda Lima Alves; Fabiana Mânica Martins

doi:10.55892/jrg.v8i18.1808

Authors

Pedro Henrique de Castro Torres Federal University of Amazonas https://orcid.org/0009-0001-1874-7976
Vinicius de Carvalho Siqueira Alves Federal University of Amazonas https://orcid.org/0009-0005-0430-8672
Gregson Luís Matos Silva Federal University of Amazonas https://orcid.org/0009-0003-5003-6570
José Ribamar Martins Neto Federal University of Amazonas https://orcid.org/0009-0005-7098-9955
Pedro Henrique Brandão Castelo Branco Federal University of Amazonas https://orcid.org/0009-0000-3915-0581
Bhav Babani Federal University of Amazonas https://orcid.org/0009-0000-0122-8283
Guilherme Ribeiro Farias de Oliveira Federal University of Amazonas https://orcid.org/0009-0006-0341-2512
Ian Farias de Oliveira Federal University of Amazonas https://orcid.org/0009-0002-7792-0991
Isabella Arce Leite Rocha Federal University of Amazonas https://orcid.org/0009-0006-5944-1195
Rosemary Amanda Lima Alves Federal University of Amazonas https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3111-5911
Fabiana Mânica Martins Federal University of Amazonas https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4440-2680

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55892/jrg.v8i18.1808

Keywords:

men’s health; health promotion; health education; primary health care

Abstract

Introduction: Men’s health faces challenges related to disease prevention, primarily influenced by cultural factors, social stigmas, and men’s resistance to primary care. This report presents an experience in developing a project aimed at addressing these issues, with a specific focus on prostate cancer prevention and men’s self-care, promoting health education and awareness among this population. Methodology: Medical students, guided by professors and UBS professionals, carried out various educational activities at the Dom Milton Corrêa Pereira UBS. These included discussion groups, lectures, interactive dynamics, and the distribution of educational materials and self-care kits. Additionally, joint actions with community health agents and the use of social media expanded the reach of these initiatives. Results: The project achieved greater adherence by men to seeking care at the unit and greater interest in their comprehensive care, such as adopting healthy lifestyle habits combined with preventive consultations and examinations. There was also a reduction in stigmas related to the health of this group, with the aim of improving the UBS's indicators. Conclusion: The project underscores the importance of health education combined with humanized practices to foster bonds between users and healthcare workers, break taboos, and highlight the need for healthy habits.