Variability in patient safety culture at Brazilian hospitals: influence of contextual factors

🏥 This article analyzes data from 42,038 healthcare professionals at 304 public and private hospitals across all regions of the country to describe variations in patient safety culture and investigate whether contextual characteristics might explain these differences. The results reveal wide variation among hospitals in the dimensions assessed. “Perception of safety” and “Expectations and actions […]

Malnutrition-related diabetes: severe food insecurity on international agendas and implications for public health in Brazil

Did you know that severe food insecurity can increase the risk of developing diabetes in adulthood? The International Diabetes Federation has officially recognized malnutrition-related diabetes mellitus, drawing attention to the effects of prolonged hunger on metabolic and cardiovascular health. In Brazil, where more than 33 million people faced hunger in the post-pandemic period, this discussion […]

The “danger of delay” in access to legal abortion in Brazil: the experience of 111 women

🚨 Access to legal abortion still requires women and girls in Brazil to endure long, arduous journeys. A new Brief Communication from Cadernos de Saúde Pública, published exclusively by Outra Saúde, analyzed 111 cases monitored by the Vivas Project between February and November 2025. The data show that women, adolescents, and girls had to travel, […]