Open research questions in Public Health in Brazil
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The paper identifies challenges in the organization of the health system in Brazil. It highlights the need for effective macro-regulation to address these challenges.
MACRO-REGULAÇÃO, SAÚDE SUPLEMENTAR E QUALIFICAÇÃO ASSISTENCIAL NO BRASIL: ANÁLISE DOCUMENTAL DO PAPEL DA ANVISA E DA ANS NA TRANSIÇÃO PARA MODELOS DE CUIDADO BASEADOS EM VALOR · 2026 · DOIThe paper identifies several challenges, including social inequalities, bureaucratic challenges, and the complexity of the healthcare system. The research highlights the need for a more nuanced approach to healthcare policy and practice.
The study identifies the challenge of balancing the protection of individual rights with the need for rationality and efficiency in the allocation of resources for health services. The paper notes that the judiciary faces the challenge of making informed decisions about health services, given the complex technical and scientific questions involved. The study also highlights the challenge of ensuring equal treatment of patients and avoiding distortions in the allocation of resources for health services.
Judicialização da saúde no Brasil: entre a efetividade do direito fundamental e a racionalidade das políticas públicas · 2026 · DOIThe paper identifies the challenge of coordinating a multilateral response to regional crises. The study highlights the need for more effective cooperation and coordination among member states.
A GOVERNANÇA REGIONAL SUL-AMERICANA CONTRA A PANDEMIA A PARTIR DA VISÃO DO INTERGOVERNAMENTALISMO LIBERAL · 2026 · DOIThe study identifies the challenge of understanding the relationship between judicialization and financial performance in the Brazilian health insurance market. The study also identifies the challenge of addressing the gap in the understanding of this relationship.
The study identifies challenges related to the coexistence between civilians and military personnel in areas under military administration. The research highlights the need for interinstitutional integration to ensure rights and reduce conflicts.
A atuação resolutiva do Ministério Público Militar em questões atípicas-estruturais: Estudo de caso da área residencial civil-militar na faixa de fronteira de Clevelândia do Norte · 2026 · DOIThe lack of international cooperation and coordination in responding to the pandemic. The criticism and conspiracy theories faced by China in its response to the pandemic. The vulnerabilities of Latin America's healthcare systems.
The government's disregard for science and human rights - The exposure of vulnerable populations to the collapse of the healthcare system - The need for a critical examination of the government's response to the pandemic
One of the challenges identified in the study is the limited incorporation of Amazonian territorial elements in gamification proposals. Another challenge is the unequal geographic distribution of scientific output, with a predominance of studies from the Southeast and Northeast regions.
MAPEAMENTO SISTEMÁTICO DA GAMIFICAÇÃO EM QUÍMICA: CONTRAPONTOS ENTRE A PRODUÇÃO NACIONAL E A REALIDADE REGIONAL DA AMAZÔNIA · 2026 · DOIThe study identifies challenges such as discriminatory practices and lack of preparation of health professionals. The study highlights the challenge of implementing the Transexualization Process in the public health system.
The study identifies territorial barriers, racial and gender inequalities, and lack of access to healthcare services as challenges to reducing inequalities. The study highlights the need for adjusted financing, strengthening of primary care and regional networks, and inclusive practices to address these challenges.
DETERMINANTES SOCIAIS DA SAÚDE E DESIGUALDADES NO ACESSO AOS SERVIÇOS DE SAÚDE NO BRASIL · 2026 · DOIThe challenges faced by refugee families in Brazil, including cultural adaptation and language support. The complexity of the naturalization process. The need for acolhimento and support for refugee families.
DE REFUGIADA À BRASILEIRA NATURALIZADA: O ACOLHIMENTO DE UMA FAMÍLIA PAQUISTANESA NO BRASIL · 2026 · DOIThe fragmentation of parties in the Brazilian system is a challenge. The need for constant negotiation and coalition formation is a challenge. The prioritization of party and legislative interests over social interests is a challenge.
Presidencialismo de coalizão e responsividade legislativa: tensões entre governabilidade e representação de interesses sociais · 2026 · DOIThe study identifies challenges related to regional inequalities and fragmentation of care. The study highlights the need for sustainable financing, equitable expansion of the Psychosocial Care Network, and integration between different levels of care. The study suggests that policymakers and healthcare professionals should prioritize the development of public policies that address the social determinants of mental health.
The study identifies a gap in the literature related to the analysis of public policies on mental health in Brazil. The study highlights the need for further research on the impacts of public policies on mental health in Brazil.
The complexity of contemporary family relationships and the existence of unknown wills can lead to uncertainty about the true heir. The current legal framework may not provide adequate guidance on the apparent heir's actions and responsibility.
Future studies could investigate the impact of social protection policies on population permanence in other vulnerable regions. Research could explore the effectiveness of different programs, such as Cisternas and Bolsa Família, in adjusting to adverse climate conditions. Further analysis could examine the role of other factors, such as economic development and infrastructure, in promoting population permanence.
The study identifies a gap in the understanding of the relationship between social protection policies and population permanence in the Semiárido Setentrional region. The analysis highlights the need for further research on the role of the State in promoting population permanence through social protection policies.
The study identifies a gap in the understanding of the evolution of rural social security litigation in Brazil. The research highlights the need for data-based governance and technological monitoring to resolve the structural mismatch between the number of new cases and the number of cases effectively judged.
JURIMETRIA E GOVERNANÇA NA JURISDIÇÃO PREVIDENCIÁRIA RURAL: UMA ANÁLISE COMPARATIVA DO FLUXO DE CASOS NOVOS E JULGADOS NO PAINEL DATAJUD (2020-2026) · 2026 · DOILack of structure in the support network. Delayed processes in addressing domestic violence. Need for greater integration between institutions.
A IMPORTÂNCIA DA REDE DE APOIO (DELEGACIAS DA MULHER, MINISTÉRIO PÚBLICO E JUDICIÁRIO) NO ENFRENTAMENTO DA VIOLÊNCIA DOMÉSTICA · 2026 · DOIStructural failures. Insufficient human and material resources. Logistical difficulties. The need for constant permanent education.
O papel do enfermeiro na gestão da Rede de Frio e na execução do Programa Nacional de Imunização: desafios e estratégias para a qualidade da vacinação · 2026 · DOIBalancing efficiency and human impact. Managing international agreements and commitments. Dealing with an aging workforce and lack of resources.
Turbulências na gestão pública: Dilemas e desafios na reestruturação de órgãos federais · 2026 · DOIThe lack of recognition of the Guarani people's rights to their land. The influence of the agronegócio activities on the indigenous communities.
CONFLITOS DOS FAZENDEIROS COM OS GUARANIS DA REGIÃO OESTE DO PARANÁ: ÁREA DE RETOMADA INDÍGENA (GUAÍRA) · 2026 · DOIThe complexity of contemporary family relationships. The existence of unknown wills. The need to balance competing interests in succession law.
The study identifies a research gap in the analysis of the relationship between social human rights, judicialization, and public policy limitations in Brazil. The research highlights the need for further analysis of the complexities of judicialization and its impact on social human rights. The study suggests that there is a lack of understanding of how judicialization contributes to or limits the effectiveness of social human rights.
A EFETIVIDADE DOS DIREITOS HUMANOS SOCIAIS NO BRASIL: ENTRE A JUDICIALIZAÇÃO E AS LIMITAÇÕES DAS POLÍTICAS PÚBLICAS · 2026 · DOI
Most-cited papers in Public Health in Brazil
- O papel da atenção primária na rede de atenção à saúde no Brasil: limites e possibilidades no enfrentamento da COVID-19 · Cadernos de Saúde Pública · 2020 · 112 citations
- Análise crítica sobre a implantação do novo modelo de alocação dos recursos federais para atenção primária à saúde: operacionalismo e improvisos · Cadernos de Saúde Pública · 2022 · 57 citations
- Regional-based Integrated Healthcare Network policy in Brazil: from formulation to practice · Health Policy and Planning · 2014 · 41 citations
- Previne Brasil, Agência de Desenvolvimento da Atenção Primária e Carteira de Serviços: radicalização da política de privatização da atenção básica? · Cadernos de Saúde Pública · 2020 · 37 citations
- SISTEMAS NACIONAIS DE POLÍTICAS PÚBLICAS E SEUS EFEITOS NA IMPLEMENTAÇÃO O caso do Sistema Único de Assistência Social (Suas) · Revista Brasileira de Ciências Sociais · 2020 · 32 citations
- Práticas corporais/atividades físicas demarcadas como privilégio e não escolha: análise à luz das desigualdades brasileiras · Saúde e Sociedade · 2021 · 32 citations
- Auxílio Emergencial em tempos de pandemia · Sociedade e Estado · 2021 · 30 citations
- Análise das diretrizes brasileiras de obesidade: patologização do corpo gordo, abordagem focada na perda de peso e gordofobia · Saúde e Sociedade · 2020 · 19 citations
- Orçamentos Participativos: variáveis explicativas e novos cenários que desafiam a sua implementação · Revista de Sociologia e Política · 2020 · 16 citations
- Regulação do cuidado em redes de atenção: importância de novos arranjos tecnológicos · Saúde e Sociedade · 2020 · 15 citations
Most recent work
- A Defensoria Pública do Estado do Rio de Janeiro e a defesa do direito ao aborto: um estudo de caso · Interface - Comunicação Saúde Educação · 2026
- JUDICIALIZAÇÃO DA SAÚDE E O DILEMA DEMOCRÁTICO: ENTRE A VONTADE CONSTITUINTE, A ESCASSEZ DE RECURSOS E A RACIONALIDADE TÉCNICA NO PÓS-1988 · Revista Políticas Públicas & Cidades · 2026
- A EFETIVIDADE DOS DIREITOS HUMANOS SOCIAIS NO BRASIL: ENTRE A JUDICIALIZAÇÃO E AS LIMITAÇÕES DAS POLÍTICAS PÚBLICAS · Revista Tópicos · 2026
- Farmácia hospitalar e oncológica: da gestão de medicamentos ao cuidado centrado no paciente · Revista Sociedade Científica · 2026
- Direitos fundamentais, orçamento público e controle judicial: critérios para conciliação · Revista DCS · 2026
- Intervenções não farmacológicas para o alívio da dor durante a vacinação infantil: uma revisão integrativa · Enfermería: Cuidados Humanizados · 2026
- A evolução tecnológica e o pluralismo jurídico na saúde: processo de regulamentação e desafios bioéticos · CONTRIBUCIONES A LAS CIENCIAS SOCIALES · 2026
- Os marcos constitucionais da saúde na América Latina: um estudo legislativo comparado · Unisanta Law and Social Science · 2026
- DIREITO FUNDAMENTAL À SAÚDE E TEMPO DE ESPERA NO SUS: UMA ANÁLISE DA REALIDADE DE MANAUS, AMAZONAS · Revista Multidisciplinar do Nordeste Mineiro · 2026
- A judicialização e o cidadão de papel: caminhos para efetividade dos direitos e a superação da morosidade no sistema de justiça brasileiro · RCMOS - Revista Científica Multidisciplinar O Saber · 2026
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