Estratégias para fortalecer a adesão ao tratamento de pacientes diabéticos atendidos na UBS Cruzeiro, Matozinhos/MG

Abstract

Currently in Brazil, Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is considered a public health issue. According to the Brazilian Diabetes Society, an estimated 21 million new cases of diabetes are expected by the year 2025. The main types of DM include: type 1 DM, type 2 DM, gestational DM, and other autoimmune and early-onset forms of DM. Considering that knowledge about diabetes, prevention, early diagnosis, and appropriate treatment can prevent disease progression and improve patients' quality of life, at the Cruzeiro Basic Health Unit (UBS), located in the city of Matozinhos-MG, the follow-up of patients with Diabetes Mellitus and the glycated hemoglobin test is requested every 6 months. However, the number of patients who undergo this test and return for a consultation is very low. In order to reverse this situation, this project aims to develop an intervention plan to improve adherence to treatment among patients with Diabetes Mellitus treated at UBS Cruzeiro, in Matozinhos-MG. Therefore, health education actions are proposed, based on the methodological framework of Situational Strategic Planning, with the aim of promoting health in this population. The proposed actions focus on educating diabetic patients about the importance of both pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment; quarterly longitudinal follow-up and active outreach when necessary; organizing group meetings for health education every 30 days with the support of NASF; and holding meetings with the UBS team to improve the care and monitoring of patients with Diabetes Mellitus. The goal is to minimize preventable complications and strengthen public health by improving treatment adherence.