Abordagem ao usuário crônico de álcool pela equipe de saúde da família Rio Negro de Andradas – MG

Abstract

In recent years, drug use has increased in Brazil and the damage arising from the dependence of the same endanger the health, family and social arrangement of the consumer. The aim of this study was to develop an intervention project aimed at reducing alcohol consumption by the population served by the health team of Rio Negro family in the city of Andradas, MG, Brazil. This study was based on the situational diagnosis. After analyzing the data registered in the Basic System of Care and active observation of the coverage area, the abuse of alcohol was elected priority problem. An action plan using the method of Situational Strategic Planning has been prepared. Moreover, a literature review of the scientific papers produced between 2004 and 2014 was done through the search in the Virtual Health Library, the Latin American and Caribbean Center on Health Sciences Information, the International Literature on Health Sciences, the Scientific Electronic Library Online and Program AGORA from Education Center for Public Health and the proposals of Campos, Santos and Faria. The following keywords were used: alcohol abuse, harm reduction and family health. It is important to highlight that actions aimed at preventing and reducing drug use are important for health promotion in the community. The approach for the health of the family is fundamental, since the knowledge of the territory and the bond created between these professionals and the community contributes to effective care.