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[The ACHEI Program: Chagas' disease awareness through comprehensive education in the municipality of Maringá,

S M de Araújo1, M H Andó, D J Cassarotti

  • 1Departamento de Análises Clínicas, Universidade Estadual de Maringá, Av. Colombo 5790, 87020-900 Maringá, PR, Brazil. marqueslima@wnet.com.br

Revista Da Sociedade Brasileira De Medicina Tropical
|February 15, 2001
PubMed

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This study highlights the challenges faced by Chagas disease patients, including treatment side effects and psychosocial issues. A new educational program, ACHEI, was developed to provide comprehensive support and improve quality of life for those with Trypanosoma cruzi infection.

Area of Science:

  • Tropical Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Context:

  • Analyzed 131 patients with Chagas disease from endemic regions.
  • Patients learned of infection via symptoms (58%) or blood donation (29.4%).
  • High incidence of side effects (45.2%) reported with benznidazole treatment for Trypanosoma cruzi.

Purpose:

  • To develop and implement the ACHEI program (Chagas' Disease Awareness through Comprehensive Education).
  • To provide multiprofessional and interdisciplinary support for Chagas disease patients.
  • To address the psycho-social needs and improve the quality of life for individuals affected by Chagas disease.

Summary:

  • The ACHEI program features monthly meetings with two components: informational sessions on disease transmission, symptoms, and treatment, and psycho-social assistance.
  • Discussions cover self-esteem, personal responsibility, and patient concerns about post-diagnosis quality of life, fear, anxiety, stigma, and social relationships.
  • The program facilitates patient reflection and coping strategies for managing Chagas disease.

Impact:

  • Aimed to enhance patient understanding and management of Chagas disease.
  • Provided a supportive environment for patients to share experiences and concerns.
  • Promoted better adaptation and well-being for individuals living with Chagas disease.

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