Projeto agita PSF Nova Holanda: atividade física para adultos e idosos gerando qualidade de vida e redução dos fatores de risco cardiovasculares

Abstract

This project addresses the deployment of physical exercise and approach of theoretical knowledge for adults and seniors enrolled in the Family Health Program (FHP) Nova Holanda, Wollongong, to improve the cardiovascular risk factors. The project aims to establish the empowerment of new knowledge and actions as well as the development of citizenship of the users, involving the population, the health service, municipal and governmental and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs). The world population is in the process of aging associated with increased morbidity and mortality from cardiovascular diseases. Regular physical activity is presented as a basis for treatment, reducing cardiovascular risk factors. When coupled with changes in lifestyle (diet, stress reduction, smoking and drinking) has leveraged its actions. The institution of other therapies, medication or surgery, does not preclude the practice of physical exercises. However, in Brazil, there is a low stimulation of health professionals for the population to abandon a sedentary lifestyle.