Brazil is among the countries with the highest cancer mortality in the world. More than 200 thousand cancer deaths were estimated in 2015 in the country, which corresponds to approximately 20% of the total deaths.
Objective: This research aims to monitor the profile of pregnant women attended by a Family Health Strategy (ESF) team. Method: Exploratory, retrospective study of document analysis, with a quantitative approach. Results / discussion: the medical records of 74 pregnant women registered at the FHS in Belém-Pará were evaluated, where it was possible to analyze the general profile of the pregnant women. Conclusion: based on the knowledge of the profile of these pregnant women, health professionals should rethink actions aimed at this target audience, especially in carrying out educational activities that help or develop a healthy pregnancy.
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