The Impact of Physical Activity on Physical and Mental Health: A Study of the Mais Vida Project in Pedregulho, Sao Paulo
Abstract: This study investigates the impact of the Mais Vida project on the physical and mental health of patients at the Santa Luzia Family Health Unit in Pedregulho, S?o Paulo. Through clinical data collection and patient interviews, the research explores how physical activity influences patient?s health. The study confirms the positive effects of physical activity on chronic disease management and mental wellbeing, emphasizing the importance of integrating such programs in primary care settings to enhance community health.
Keywords: Chronic disease, Primary Care, Physical exercise, Mental health, Health promotion
How to Cite?: Julia Bueno Pimentel, Mylena Da Silva Correa, Daniel Martins Borges, "The Impact of Physical Activity on Physical and Mental Health: A Study of the Mais Vida Project in Pedregulho, Sao Paulo", Volume 13 Issue 8, August 2024, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 416-421, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR24805161125, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR24805161125