ULSBA awarded at national event for Type 2 Diabetes prevention project

The Baixo Alentejo Local Health Unit's project "Saúde a Gosto!" was recognized at the IMPULSO Awards.

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The Baixo Alentejo Local Health Unit (ULSBA) was awarded at the Annual IMPULSO Event, held on October 9th, for the project “Saúde a Gosto!”, which aims to prevent Type 2 Diabetes.

The event, which aimed to promote the sharing of experiences, disseminate best practices, and strengthen collaboration among different Local Health Units, served as a privileged space for reflection, learning, and joint construction. The initiative highlighted the work developed by the ULS, promoting organizational and care innovation and stimulating solutions for a better response to citizens.
A total of 15 best practices were recognized with the IMPULSO Awards, in addition to the initiative acknowledged by the public through the IMPULSO People’s Choice Award. These awards showcased the diversity of innovative approaches being implemented nationwide, inspiring collaborative and sustainable change in the National Health Service (SNS).
ULSBA's awarded project, “Saúde a Gosto!”, focuses on the prevention of Type 2 Diabetes and has been implemented over the past six years in various Functional Units of the Family and Community Health Department.
Based on information from the official source: ULS do Baixo Alentejo (16/10/2026)