REVISTA ELETRÔNICA EXTENSÃO EM DEBATE

DEVELOPMENT OF A HEALTH PRODUCT TO PROMOTE THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV: AN EXPERIENCE REPORT

Laryssa Maria dos Santos

State University of Health Sciences of Alagoas

Álvaro Pessôa Soares

State University of Health Sciences of Alagoas

Camilla Camerino Santana

Federal University of Alagoas

Luciana Costa Melo

Federal University of Alagoas

Keywords: Extensão;Educação em saúde. Extensão. HIV. Qualidade de vida.

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Abstract

Abstract: The UN 2030 Agenda, through SDG 3 ("Good Health and Well-Being"), aims to combat epidemics such as AIDS (SDG 3.3). Health education emerges as an effective strategy to reduce misinformation and improve the quality of life of people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA), especially given the risks of chronic diseases associated with antiretroviral treatment. Objective: to report the development of a health education product to promote the quality of life of people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA). Methodology: The "Vidah Positiva" extension project (UFAL/UNCISAL, 2022-2024) involved multidisciplinary teams in the creation of a booklet with accessible language, divided into four axes: cardiometabolic risk, adherence to treatment, healthy eating, and physical exercise. The material included monitoring tables, evidence-based guidelines and a mascot (Cora) for engagement. It was made available in physical and digital formats in health services in Alagoas. Results and Discussion: The booklet facilitated understanding of HIV care, with high acceptance by the public. The interdisciplinarity ensured scientific basis, while the dynamic design (images, tables) and alternative channels (Instagram, Whatsapp) expanded access, including for people with low education levels. Conclusion: The initiative reinforced the role of university extension in the democratization of knowledge, integrating academia and society. The booklet proved to be an effective tool for health education, reducing misinformation and promoting quality of life, in line with the SDGs and public health policies.

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Author Biographies

Laryssa Maria dos Santos, State University of Health Sciences of Alagoas

Fourth-year undergraduate student of the Bachelor's Degree in Nursing at the State University of Health Sciences of Alagoas (UNCISAL). Member of the university extension projects Sorriso de Plantão (UNCISAL/UFAL), Saúde, Alteridade e Liberdade (UNCISAL), VidaH Positiva (UFAL) and Projeto de Extensão Saber + Saúde (UNCISAL). Member of the political training board of the Eva Farias Nursing Academic Center (CAENF). She was a monitor for the Anatomy discipline (2023/2024). Researcher with a Scientific Initiation scholarship (PIBIC-SS/CNPq - 2024/2025) in the area of ​​prevalence and risk factors associated with the development of diabetes mellitus in people living with HIV/AIDS; volunteer in a doctoral research on the clinical-epidemiological profile of vertical HIV transmission and the experiences of women diagnosed during pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum.

Álvaro Pessôa Soares, State University of Health Sciences of Alagoas

6th period Nursing student at the State University of Health Sciences of Alagoas - UNCISAL. Member of the Noraci Pedrosa Study and Research Group (UNCISAL/2024). Hospital clown for the Sorriso de Plantão Extension Project (2024/2025).

Camilla Camerino Santana, Federal University of Alagoas

She holds a degree in Pharmacy from the Federal University of Alagoas (2011), a Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the Federal University of Alagoas (2014) and a PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the Federal University of Alagoas (2018). She is currently an Adjunct Professor in the Physiology sector of the Institute of Biological and Health Sciences (ICBS) of the Federal University of Alagoas. She also works as coordinator of the Pharmacy and Biomedicine courses at UNINASSAU-Maceió. She was a substitute professor in the Physiology sector (ICBS) of the Federal University of Alagoas (2018-2020), a volunteer professor at the School of Nursing and Pharmacy (ESENFAR) from 2016 to 2017 and a substitute professor of Biochemistry at the Institute of Chemistry and Biotechnology (IQB-UFAL, from 2022 to 2023). She currently participates as an assistant professor coordinator of the University Extension Project VidaH positivo and coordinates the Monitoring/Extension Project @fisio.logica.mente. She has experience in the area of ​​Physiology, with emphasis on Physiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Metabolism, working mainly on the following topics: Physiology of chronic non-communicable diseases, Metabolic biochemistry, Insect biochemistry, Lipid metabolism, Diabetes, Obesity, Metabolic syndrome, Molecular biology and Laboratory tests.

Luciana Costa Melo, Federal University of Alagoas

She holds a degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Health Sciences of Alagoas (2010), a lato sensu postgraduate degree in respiratory physiotherapy from Castelo Branco University (2012), a master's degree in nutrition from the Federal University of Alagoas (2013) and a PhD in health sciences from the Federal University of Alagoas (2018). She is currently an adjunct professor at the State University of Health Sciences of Alagoas and the Federal University of Alagoas. She has experience in the area of ​​physiotherapy with an emphasis on respiratory and cardiovascular physiotherapy, working mainly on the following topics: lung function, HIV/AIDS, obesity, metabolic syndrome.

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