A estratégia de saúde da família e o papel do agente comunitário de saúde do município de Campos Gerais-MG

Abstract

This study aims to discuss the importance of the Family Health Strategy and the contribution of the Community Health Agent in the execution of this strategy in the municipality of Campos Gerais / MG. We sought to describe the origin of the SUS guidelines of public health policy and actions included in the Family Health Strategy (FHS), and highlight the importance of managing the quality of work in the ESF, particularly of community workers. The Community Health Agents is a professional who has direct relationships with the community, collecting data on family composition, the conditions they live in families and health needs of the population of the catchment area. Propose good working conditions, remuneration policies to practice, train and to develop continuing education activities may be critical to optimizing the work of the Community Health Agent and, consequently, of the Family Health Strategy.