Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jun 2, 2026
08:59
An Intestine/Liver Microphysiological System for Drug Pharmacokinetic and Toxicological Assessment
Published on: December 3, 2020
[Alternative and complementary medicine in the basic health system network in Brazil: a qualitative approach]
Silvana Cappelleti Nagai1, Marcos de Souza Queiroz
1Universidade Paulista, Campinas, SP, Brazil. tabeluia@uol.com.br
Ciencia & Saude Coletiva
|April 27, 2011
Summary
Complementary and alternative medicine integration in Brazil's public health system (SUS) is successful due to patient demand and professional openness. However, insufficient planning and a mechanistic view of these practices pose challenges.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Sociology of Health
- Health Policy
Context:
- Explores the integration of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) practices within Brazil's public health service network.
- Focuses on the social representations of health professionals regarding CAM implementation in Campinas city.
Purpose:
- To analyze the conditions, problems, and obstacles associated with implementing CAM in a public health setting.
- To understand the factors contributing to the successful inclusion of CAM practices.
Summary:
- Qualitative analysis reveals successful CAM integration driven by patient demand, open-minded health professionals, support from non-medical staff, and alignment with Unified Health System (SUS) principles.
- Identified challenges include insufficient planning and a reductionist view of CAM, treating them as mere techniques mirroring allopathic medicine's mechanistic approach.
Impact:
- Highlights facilitators and barriers to CAM integration in public healthcare systems.
- Suggests a need for improved planning and a more holistic understanding of CAM to maximize its benefits within the SUS framework.
Related Concept Videos
01:26Traditional Level Of Health Care System
The levels of care describe the services provided in the healthcare system. Accordingly, there are six levels of the traditional healthcare system in the US: preventive, primary, secondary, tertiary, restorative, and continuing healthcare. A nurse must understand how the healthcare industry organizes and provides services within these levels of care.
The preventive healthcare service includes tests for screening. Preventive health care services include identifying and reducing disease risk...
The preventive healthcare service includes tests for screening. Preventive health care services include identifying and reducing disease risk...
01:26Methods Of Healthcare Delivery System
At the different levels of the healthcare system, we see varying methods of healthcare used. These methods include managed care systems, case management, and primary healthcare.
Managed Care System:
The managed care system is designed to control the cost while maintaining the quality of care. The patient's care from admission to discharge is planned by the primary care provider or the case manager, also known as the gatekeeper. In a managed care system, the number of care providers is limited...
Managed Care System:
The managed care system is designed to control the cost while maintaining the quality of care. The patient's care from admission to discharge is planned by the primary care provider or the case manager, also known as the gatekeeper. In a managed care system, the number of care providers is limited...
01:11Secondary Healthcare System
Secondary healthcare is offered by a specialist, generally in hospitals or clinics for patients referred by primary healthcare providers. It occurs when a person has an illness or injury that requires specific medical care. Secondary care is often referred to as acute care. Secondary care can range from uncomplicated care to repair a minor laceration or treat a strep throat infection to more complicated emergent care, such as treating a head injury sustained in an automobile accident. Whatever...
01:30Primary Healthcare Services
Primary care promotes wellness and prevents disease. This care includes health promotion, education, protection (such as immunizations), early disease screening, and environmental considerations. Settings providing this type of healthcare include physician offices, public health clinics, school nursing, and community health nursing.
In 1978, international leaders convened in Alma-Ata, Kazakhstan, for what would be a pivotal event in global health. The Alma-Ata Declaration was the first to call...
In 1978, international leaders convened in Alma-Ata, Kazakhstan, for what would be a pivotal event in global health. The Alma-Ata Declaration was the first to call...
01:18Introduction To Health Care Delivery System
The healthcare system is constantly changing and complex. Various services are available from different healthcare providers, but gaining access to these services has become challenging for people with limited healthcare insurance. Uninsured people present a challenge to healthcare because they frequently postpone or forego treatment.
The Institute of Medicine (IOM) advocates for a patient-centered, effective, safe, timely, equitable, and effective healthcare system. The National Priorities...
The Institute of Medicine (IOM) advocates for a patient-centered, effective, safe, timely, equitable, and effective healthcare system. The National Priorities...
01:30Health Information Technology and Healthcare Information System
Health Information Technology (HIT)
Health Information Technology, commonly called HIT, integrates advanced information systems and technology in healthcare settings. Its primary functions include:
Health Information Technology, commonly called HIT, integrates advanced information systems and technology in healthcare settings. Its primary functions include: