University Extension in the Health Education Process on knowledge of PICS (Atena Editora)

Abstract

The implementation of Integrative and Complementary Health Practices (PICS) in the SUS (Unified Health System) demonstrates the recognition of the therapeutic effectiveness of these practices, especially in Primary Health Care (PHC). The project entitled “Let’s talk about PICS? Integrative chat with users of CSE Lapa” from the Universidade de Medicina Estácio de Sá, UNESA Idomed, Campus Vista Carioca, had the main objective of contributing to the dissemination of knowledge about PICS to users of the CSE-Lapa Unit, in the city of Rio of January. The methodology addressed was based on specific interventions, where specific dynamics were used in the corridor of the CSE-Lapa Unit. “Integrative chats” about PICS were held with patients, through conversation circles and monthly meetings with educators trained in various PICS. From these project activities, patients were able to learn about various integrative and complementary therapies, their benefits and share their experiences. In addition to this, students were able to receive, in their medical training, other approaches to therapeutic practices, more focused on comprehensive care for human health.