UNIVERSITY EXTENSION IN MEDICINE: COMMUNITY TEACHING INTEGRATION AND THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL ACTIONS IN HEALTH ON THE COMMUNITY AND MEDICAL TRAINING.

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.1595825280113

• Palavras-chave: Social actions 1; Collective health 2; Transversality in health 3. University extension 4;

• Keywords: Social actions 1; Collective health 2; Transversality in health 3. University extension 4;

• Abstract:

  Objective: To present an extension project in Collective Health developed by medical students from the Serra dos Órgãos University Center (UNIFESO), with the aim of promoting health and well-being through social actions, academic interdisciplinarity and encouraging a culture of care. Methodology: Based on a biopsychosocial approach, the project includes dynamic health practices, educational activities, lectures, practical workshops and vaccination and donation collection campaigns, meeting the needs of local institutions such as nursing homes and shelters. The main activities involved quality time and information with vulnerable groups, vaccination campaigns and health education, significantly increasing vaccination coverage and access to health services. Results: The interventions carried out favored access to health care for vulnerable populations, promoted the prevention of chronic diseases such as hypertension and diabetes and expanded vaccination coverage in various age groups, covering local residents and tourists in Teresópolis. Final considerations: The project had a positive impact in meeting the health needs of the community, highlighting the importance of collective efforts to promote equitable health, academic extension and interdisciplinary learning, strengthening the links between the university and the community, as well as integrating and favoring the development of soft and hard technologies (welcoming, bonding and comprehensive care) in medical practice.