Socio-environmental impact with inadequate destination of chemical residues pharmaceuticals: project with alternative of receiving and processing of residues generated by the city of Araruama in the Region of Lakes of Rio de Janeiro

Abstract

Many pharmaceutical chemical residues (PCR) have shown great potential to pollute the environment, especially in marine habitats. The conjecture stems from direct participation of human beings. Toxicological studies carried with drugs showed the possibility of appearance of physiological sexual alterations already observed in certain species of fish and other marine animals, in addition to the increase of resistant bacteria. In this way, evidence drives the reduction or interruption of exposure to CRP in the environment. The objective of this work is to propose a project to receive expired medicines and other therapeutic products, without use or leftovers from inappropriate uses by several individuals. To achieve these objectives, we will carry out the following methodologies: (i) Conduct a literature review on the subject, to consolidate the problem; (ii) present an advertising plan using social communication vehicles, such as radio, television and social networks, for information and awareness of society about the PCR disposal campaign correctly, using the motto "save the world so you don't lose anyone you love” (iii) To officially request the support of the Municipal Environment Department of Araruama city and the CRF-RJ to standardize and delimit the processing of PCR collected, as a result, several studies were found that indicate and reinforce the socio-environmental impact associated with disposal of PCRs, as well as the evolutionary trend of aggravation of this socio-environmental issue. The introduction of different programs to encourage the proper and rational management and treatment of PCRs with the direct mobilization of different social ties such as the media and especially the different levels of government of the direct and/or indirect administration presents itself as an important tool to achieve of measures that can reduce the social impacts caused by PCRs.