San Carlos de bariloche,Río Negro – The Government of Río Negro,through its Agency for Prevention and Assistance to the Abuse of Substances and Addictions (APASA) and the Addiction Prevention Center (CPA),recently launched a comprehensive initiative aimed at bolstering support for pregnant individuals grappling with substance abuse. The inaugural event, held in San Carlos de Bariloche, marked the beginning of a series of province-wide efforts to create a more robust and integrated healthcare network.

Collaborative Effort for comprehensive Care

The meeting in Bariloche saw active participation from local healthcare providers, the CPA team, and health professionals specializing in prenatal care. This collaborative approach underscores the importance of a unified front in addressing the complex challenges associated with addiction during pregnancy.

• active Participation: The Bariloche device, the CPA team, and health professionals carrying out low and high risk prenatal controls in the region actively participated.
• Focus on integration: The initiative emphasizes the need for seamless coordination among various healthcare providers and support systems.

Key Objectives and Focus Areas

The primary objective of the initiative is to strengthen network work among the different actors that accompany pregnant people, promoting an integral look that contemplates the approach to problematic consumption during pregnancy. This holistic approach encompasses several critical areas:

• Early Detection: Implementing strategies for the timely identification of substance use issues.
• Interdisciplinary Accompaniment: Providing comprehensive support through a coordinated team of healthcare professionals.
• Access to Care: Ensuring effective access to treatment and support networks for pregnant individuals in need.

Provincial Public Policy and Rights-Based Approach

These actions are not isolated events but are integral to a broader provincial public policy. This policy seeks to consolidate a comprehensive health approach, with the perspective of rights, and guarantee care before, during and after pregnancy. by prioritizing a rights-based approach, the initiative aims to ensure that all pregnant individuals receive the care and support they need, regardless of their circumstances.

Continuous improvement and future Meetings

The meeting in San Carlos de Bariloche is just the first step in an ongoing effort to enhance healthcare services throughout Río Negro. Strengthening these articulation spaces represents a key step in the continuous improvement of health care throughout the Rionegrino territory. The government plans to hold similar meetings in other parts of the province to further develop and solidify these vital care networks.

This was the first of a series of meetings that will continue in different parts of the province, with the aim of continuing to build increasingly solid care networks.