URBAN TRASH AS A HEALTH PROBLEM IN RIO DE JANEIRO: EXPERIENCE REPORT

Introduction: The concept of health is closely linked to the quality of life inserted in the social environment and living conditions. One of the main determinants of health and an important indicator of the quality of life in the city of Rio de Janeiro is represented by urban trash. Goal: Disseminate and discuss with the scientific community the importance of perception of trash as a health problem in Rio de Janeiro, as well as the structuring of ideas to face that challenge. Methodology: Experience report with literature review. Results: The importance of change people's lifestyle is the key to early intervention on the garbage problem. The students group initiated an application of a questionnaire with 12 closed questions on the perception of the medical students about the influence of trash on the health of the population in Rio de Janeiro. Thus, these students were entered into a health promotion project targeted a community in Rio de Janeiro and started workshops based on the use of recyclable material for building house wares, paintings and toys. Conclusion: The garbage introduced improperly on rivers and lakes can be a habitat for mosquito larvae. The objective of the project aims to transform trash into objects that can be used in daily life or generate extra income, in order to change the habit of the population and also help to minimize diseases caused by urban waste accumulation.