SESARAM Organizes VI Social Health Service Meeting

The meeting focuses on the challenges of aging and mental health, emphasizing the human dimension of care.

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The VI Social Health Service Meeting, organized by SESARAM, is taking place on October 26 and 27 at the Colégio dos Jesuítas, addressing the challenges of aging and mental health.

The Regional Secretary highlighted the importance of the human dimension in care, despite technological and diagnostic advancements. Facing demographic aging, increased chronic diseases, and new mental health demands, the official acknowledged the work of sector professionals who promote inclusion and defend human dignity, stating that "the greatest wealth of a community lies in the people it manages to protect, care for, and keep by its side."
Márcia Assunção, director of SESARAM's Social Service, emphasized the need for a comprehensive and integrated health perspective, considering the social determinants that affect citizens' physical, mental, and social well-being.
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"no innovation replaces the human dimension of care"

Regional Secretary
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"the greatest wealth of a community lies in the people it manages to protect, care for, and keep by its side"

Regional Secretary
Based on information from the official source: SESARAM - Serviço de Saúde da Região Autónoma da Madeira (26/10/2026)