Promoção da saúde sexual e reprodutiva para adolescentes: ações preventivas contra a gravidez precoce na USF Raimundo Ferreiro

Abstract

Teenage pregnancy is an important public health problem in Brazil, especially in contexts marked by social vulnerability, such as the area covered by the Family Health Unit (USF) Raimundo Ferreiro, in the municipality of Tapiramutá – BA. Given the high incidence of early pregnancies and the gaps identified in educational and preventive actions aimed at the sexual and reproductive health of adolescents, this Intervention Project aimed to develop and implement educational strategies focused on promoting sexual health and preventing early pregnancy. The methodology adopted was based on a qualitative, descriptive and participatory approach, structured based on situational diagnosis, intersectoral planning, thematic workshops and monitoring through local indicators. The activities were aimed at teenagers aged 10 to 19, their families and professionals from the local network. It is expected that, by strengthening the link between health services and the community, expanding access to contraceptive methods and valuing youth leadership, it will be possible to reduce the incidence of early pregnancy, promote adolescent autonomy and promote health equity. The project also aims to contribute to the consolidation of replicable practices in Primary Health Care, strengthening integration between the health, education and social assistance sectors.