Ações voltadas para a prevenção de doenças cardiovasculares da Unidade Básica de Saúde Gislene Matheus

Abstract

Cardiovascular Diseases (CVD) represent one of the main causes of comorbidity and mortality worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it is estimated that more than 17.9 million people die annually due to cardiovascular diseases, representing around 31% of all global deaths. This alarming statistic not only highlights the seriousness of the problem, but also highlights the pressing need for a comprehensive and integrated approach to dealing with CVD. The objective of this research is to analyze the effectiveness of actions aimed at preventing cardiovascular diseases in the Gislene Matheus Basic Health Unit and its impacts on reducing the incidence and severity of these diseases in the community served, with specific objectives: analyzing the profile epidemiology of cardiovascular diseases in the community served by the UBS; evaluate the implementation of cardiovascular disease prevention actions at UBS and verify the results of cardiovascular health prevention actions. The work is justified by the importance of preventing cardiovascular diseases, which is an extremely relevant topic in the context of public and individual health. Cardiovascular diseases, which encompass conditions such as myocardial infarction, cerebrovascular accident (CVA), coronary artery disease, among others, represent one of the main causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. The methodology used was an intervention project based on a review of specialized literature aimed at developing actions inherent to the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. In conclusion, cardiovascular diseases represent one of the biggest health concerns worldwide, being responsible for a significant number of deaths and profoundly impacting people's quality of life. The work of Basic Health Units in preventing cardiovascular diseases is essential to reduce the global burden of these diseases. Through promoting healthy lifestyles, monitoring risk factors, patient-centered care, health education and access to specialized care, UBS play a vital role in protecting the cardiovascular health of the population.