Between Ties and Choices

Reproductive Planning for Adolescents in the Brazilian Public Health System (SUS)

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Family Planning; Health Education; Adolescent; Sexual and Reproductive Health; Community Extension.

Abstract

Objective: To develop an educational activity directed at pregnant adolescents and their families, transforming the waiting room into a space for dialogue on contraception, sexual and reproductive rights, and the prevention of sexually transmitted infections. Methods: The activity was carried out at the SUS outpatient clinic of Hospital Guararapes, in Jaboatão dos Guararapes (PE), in September 2025, involving nine students under faculty supervision and eighteen participants, including adolescents, pregnant women, and mothers. Interactive dynamics and group discussions were used to address contraceptive methods and the prevention of sexually transmitted infections. Results: There was broad participation and intergenerational dialogue, with the correction of misconceptions and the strengthening of female empowerment in reproductive health care. Conclusion: The intervention promoted learning, strengthened the bond between the university and the community, and fostered reproductive autonomy, demonstrating the positive impact of educational health actions within the Brazilian Unified Health System (SUS).

 

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2026-02-12

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Oliveira Lima Queiroz AE, Marinheiro de Morais A, Vitorino Alves de Souza Gondim AL, Oliveira dos Santos EC, Araújo G, Almeida Carvalho de Queiroz I, de Carvalho Silva J, da Silva Cardoso JF, Braga Santos de Melo LM, Xavier Braga de Vasconcelos MV, de Almeida Neto T, Ribeiro Bastos da Silva ML. Between Ties and Choices: Reproductive Planning for Adolescents in the Brazilian Public Health System (SUS). Santé [Internet]. 2026 Feb. 12 [cited 2026 Feb. 23];4(2):107-15. Available from: https://periodicosunidep.emnuvens.com.br/sante/article/view/394

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Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025)

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Relatos de Experiências

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