[PAPPS expert group. Lifestyle recommendations].

Area of Science:

• Public Health
• Preventive Medicine
• Primary Care

Background:

• Health determinants significantly impact morbidity and mortality in primary care.
• Existing preventive guidelines require regular updates to reflect current evidence.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present updated recommendations from the Program of Preventive Activities and Health Promotion (PAPPS) of the semFyC.
• To promote healthy lifestyles through evidence-based interventions in primary care.

Main Methods:

• Review and update of clinical prevention guidelines.
• Inclusion of new aspects, such as defining low-risk alcohol consumption.
• Updated bibliography and presentation of evidence quality and recommendation strength.

Main Results:

• Outlined common clinical prevention guidelines.
• Updated recommendations on tobacco consumption, alcohol consumption, healthy eating, physical activity, and accident prevention.
• Included tables detailing evidence quality and recommendation strength for key interventions.

Conclusions:

• The updated PAPPS recommendations provide a framework for primary care interventions to improve population health.
• Emphasis on a healthy lifestyle and preventive actions is crucial for reducing morbidity and mortality.
• The guidelines offer clear, evidence-based strategies for health promotion in primary care settings.