Plano de ação para eliminação da hanseníase na área de abrangência do Programa de Saúde da Família 2 no município de Vargem Alegre-MG

Abstract

This study strives to develop an action plan for control and leprosy elimination in an area under the responsibility of a health family strategy from Vargem Alegre- Minas Gerais. Weconducted a review of the disease and of the working conditionsof the professionals from the local health team in orderto suggest actions that can help to control the disease. The methodology used was an strategic planning for Leprosy control and elimination in that given area that included a situational diagnosis of the gaps that needed attention from the local health team care and relied inalready existent projectsaimed at dealing withthe disease in matter. Actions have been initiated during the planning for its accomplishment and the results will come in the short and long term helping to improve life quality in Vargem Alegre community.