HEALTH

Training Gaps: How Brazil Tackles Accidents and Violence in Healthcare

BrazilThu Jun 26 2025
In Brazil, accidents and violence are serious issues. The healthcare system, known as SUS, is trying to handle this. They trained professionals at different levels. These levels include primary care, pre-hospital, hospital, and rehabilitation care. A study looked at how well this training works. They used 531 questionnaires and 63 interviews. The data showed that big cities and capitals did better. Primary care put more effort into this training than other levels. But there's a problem. Training often happens because professionals want it. It's not always part of the official policy. This means the system needs to do better. It should make training a regular thing. Also, it should work more with schools and universities. The study suggests that Brazil needs to improve. They should make sure all healthcare workers get proper training. This way, they can better prevent and handle accidents and violence.

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    What are the most significant gaps in the current training programs, and how can they be addressed?
    Is there a hidden agenda behind the emphasis on professional training, perhaps to control or manipulate the healthcare workforce?
    If professionals are taking the initiative to train on accidents and violence, should we just let them handle it and hope for the best?

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