Mulheres imigrantes no oeste catarinense: um diálogo sobre a assistência pré-natal

Abstract

The municipality of Chapecó, Santa Catarina, Brazil, has become a frequent choice for immigrants due to the job opportunities it offers. As a result, the local Health Care Network had to adapt to meet the new demands, including the provision of prenatal services. In this context, it is important to analyze the perception of immigrant pregnant women regarding the prenatal actions offered at the Family Health Centers. This is a qualitative research, and the data were collected through interviews with 8 immigrant pregnant women. The demographic profile of this group was identified, including their access dynamics to prenatal care, as well as particularities between the healthcare systems of the immigrants' countries of origin and Brazil. It is suggested that new studies of this nature be conducted to encompass more aspects related to prenatal care among immigrant women in Chapecó.