Extension activity for the awareness and prevention of viral hepatitis in the city of Olinda

an experience report based on Charles Maguerez’s Arch

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https://doi.org/10.56102/afmo.2025.434

Keywords:

Viral hepatitis, Primary prevention, Vaccination, Health education

Abstract

Viral hepatitis, caused by hepatotropic viruses A, B, C, Delta, and E, presents a varied endemicity in the country, with high prevalence and infectivity. This experience report describes the experience of medical students from the Academic League of Gastroenterology in the Yellow July campaign outreach action. With the support of the Brazilian Society of Hepatology, the Olinda testing center, and the primary healthcare team from a Basic Health Unit, the students conducted vaccination, testing, and provided educational guidance on viral hepatitis. Moreover, they evaluated blood pressure and performed cardiopulmonary auscultation for the population. The action had a positive impact, achieving health promotion and raising awareness about the prevention of viral hepatitis.

Author Biographies

Lucas Lopes de Andrade Lima, Faculdade de Medicina de Olinda

Linked to the Faculdade de Medicina de Olinda. Olinda, Pernambuco, Brazil.

Murillo Benicio da Silva de Carvalho Auto, Olinda Medical School

Medical student at the Faculty of Medicine of Olinda (FMO). Currently, member of the Academic League of Gastroenterology of the FMO (LIAG). Olinda, Pernambuco, Brazil.

Mariana Ribeiro Silva, Olinda Medical School

Medical student at the Faculty of Medicine of Olinda (FMO). Currently, member of the Academic League of Gastroenterology of the FMO (LIAG). Olinda, Pernambuco, Brazil.

José Tarso Gabriel de Oliveira e Sousa, Olinda Medical School

Medical student at the Faculty of Medicine of Olinda (FMO). Currently, member of the Academic League of Gastroenterology of the FMO (LIAG). Olinda, Pernambuco, Brazil.

Lavínia Silva Farias, Faculdade de Medicina de Olinda

Medical student at the Faculty of Medicine of Olinda (FMO). Currently, member of the Academic League of Gastroenterology of the FMO (LIAG). Olinda, Pernambuco, Brazil.

Maria Clara Lopes Aguiar, Faculdade de Medicina de Olinda

Medical student at the Faculty of Medicine of Olinda (FMO). Currently, member of the Academic League of Gastroenterology of the FMO (LIAG). Olinda, Pernambuco, Brazil.

João Manoel Neves Casa Nova, Faculdade de Medicina de Olinda

Doctor graduated from the University of Pernambuco, professor of gastroenterology and adult health at the Faculty of Medicine of Olinda, and guiding professor of the Academic League of Gastroenterology at the Faculty of Medicine of Olinda (LIAG) of the same institution. Olinda, Pernambuco, Brazil.

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2025-11-14

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Lima, L. L. de A., Auto, M. B. da S. de C., Silva, M. R., Sousa, J. T. G. de O. e, Farias, L. S., Aguiar, M. C. L., & Nova, J. M. N. C. (2025). Extension activity for the awareness and prevention of viral hepatitis in the city of Olinda: an experience report based on Charles Maguerez’s Arch. Annals of Olinda Medical School, 1(13), 1–6. https://doi.org/10.56102/afmo.2025.434

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Vol. 1 No. 13 (2025)

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Experience Report

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