State Of Sergipe Research Articles

Distribution and conservation of semiaquatic bugs (Hemiptera: Heteroptera: Gerromorpha) in the states of Alagoas and Sergipe, northeastern Brazil

Distribution and conservation of semiaquatic bugs (Hemiptera: Heteroptera: Gerromorpha) in the states of Alagoas and Sergipe, northeastern Brazil

Prediction of land use/land cover and environmental estimation of carbon stocks in the Atlantic forest: A study in the state of Sergipe, Brazil

The forest ecosystems of the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil are experiencing intense deforestation, contributing to climate change. Valuing the ecosystem service of CO2 sequestration can help in environmental policies to reduce deforestation and promote ecological restoration in this region. In this study, we sought to understand the dynamics of land use and land cover in the Atlantic Forest region of the state of Sergipe between 1985 and 2021 and to simulate land use and land cover for 2031 and 2051, assuming the current business as usual (BAU) trend was used as a reference scenario. The results showed that the agriculture-pasture mosaic class obtained the greatest percentage (5.27 %) and net (around 514.00 km²) increase among the land use and cover classes evaluated in the study area between 1985 and 2021. In the BAU scenario, total emissions reach 1,137,942.07 Mg CO2 in 2031 and 692,815.16 Mg CO2 in 2051, imposing an opportunity cost for society of US$ 7.94 million and US$ 4.35 million, respectively.

Natural radionuclide and <sup>137</sup>Cs activity concentration in soils of the Brazilian State of Sergipe and their correlation with environmental characteristics

Radionuclides occur naturally in the environment, exposing living organisms to ionizing radiation. In addition, human activities have introduced artificial radionuclides such as 137Cs, among others, into the environment. To better understand the occurrence and behaviour of radionuclides in soil, several countries have developed radiological studies and constructed maps. An effort has been made in Brazil to assess the radioactivity in the soils of the country. In this study, the activity concentrations of natural radionuclides 40K, 226Ra and 228Ra, and artificial 137Cs were determined in samples at a depth of 20 cm collected from the soils of the Brazilian State of Sergipe, in a regular grid of 25 km x 25 km. Samples were analysed by gamma-ray spectrometry with the use of hyperpure germanium detectors. The results were correlated with the type of soil, geology, and climate characteristics of the State. The median activity concentrations of 40K, 226Ra, and 228Ra were 210.4 Bq.kg-1, 12.33 Bq.kg-1, and 18.69 Bq.kg-1, respectively. The results are lower than those reported for soils from other Brazilian States in the same region. The activity concentration of 137Cs was lower than the minimum detectable activity. The activity concentration of 40K in young soils of the semi-arid region was higher than that found in most weathered soils of the rainy regions due to the very low pluviometry of the semi-arid area. Higher activity levels of 226Ra were found in Planosol and for 228Ra it was found in the weathered soils (Acrisol) of the coastal zone. Maps of the distribution of the studied radionuclides were designed. The median value of the outdoor absorbed dose rate in air (Dnat) calculated for the soils of the State of Sergipe is lower when compared with other Brazilian States and the UNSCEAR’s worldwide median value.

New Insights into Leishmaniasis in Rabbits Raised in the Northeast Region of Brazil.

This study aimed to investigate the occurrence of leishmaniasis in domestic rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus) in the state of Sergipe, Brazil, and to evaluate the associated clinical signs. A total of 31 rabbits from urban and rural areas were clinically examined using cytological, immunological, and serological tests. Blood and cytological samples were collected and analysed for the presence of Leishmania parasites and antibodies. Immunochromatographic tests were used to screen for anti-Leishmania antibodies, and cytological analysis of skin lesions was performed to detect the presence of Leishmania amastigotes. Of the rabbits tested, 19.35% were reactive in the anti-Leishmania antibody screening, and 3.33% tested positive for Leishmania amastigotes in skin lesion cytology. Clinical signs included cachexia, lymphadenomegaly, dehydration, apathy, dermatitis, ophthalmopathy, and alopecia. Cytological analysis revealed pyogranulomatous inflammation with Leishmania amastigotes present. The findings suggest that leishmaniasis is present among domestic rabbits in this region CONCLUSION: This study demonstrates the presence of leishmaniasis in domestic rabbits in the Northeast of Brazil. The findings underline the importance of early diagnosis and intervention in preventing the spread of the disease, and highlight the need for further research into the role of rabbits as potential reservoirs of Leishmania.

Triatomine (Hemiptera: Reduviidae) populations and Trypanosoma cruzi genotyping in peridomestic and sylvatic environments in the semiarid region of Sergipe, Northeastern, Brazil

We assessed the diversity of triatomines, the rates of natural infection, and the discrete typing units (DTUs) of Trypanosoma cruzi isolated from them in two municipalities in the state of Sergipe, Brazil. Active searches for triatomines were conducted in the peridomicily and wild enviroments of 10 villages within the two municipalities. Triatomines were taxonomically identified and their feces were extracted using the abdominal compression method. Parasite detection was performed using optical microscopy. For Trypanosoma cruzi genotyping via PCR-FFLB, 151 samples of the subspecies Triatoma brasiliensis macromelasoma and Triatoma brasiliensis were isolated from both municipalities. In total, 505 triatomines were collected, with Triatoma brasiliensis macromelasoma being the most frequent species (58.81 %). Triatoma b. brasiliensis was the only species in both peridomestic and wild environments. Regarding the other species, T. pseudomaculata was found only in the peridomestic environment; and T. b. macromelasoma and Psammolestes tertius were found in the wild environment. Three Discrete Typing Units were identified: TcI (87.51 %) detected in T. b. brasiliensis and T. b. macromelasoma, TcI+TcIII (10.41 %) in T. b. macromelasoma, and TcI+Trypanosoma rangeli (2.08 %) in T. b. macromelasoma. It is concluded that T. b. macromelasoma is the species collected most frequently in the studied region and the one that presents the highest rates of natural infection, highlighting its epidemiological importance for the vectorial transmission of Chagas disease in Sergipe.

Successful aging and its relationship with mindfulness, self-compassion factors, and subjective well-being in older adults

Objectives Aimed to test an association model for Successful Aging (SA), with mindfulness and self-compassion factors as predictor variables, and components of subjective well-being (SWB) as mediating variables in older adults. Method This cross-sectional, descriptive study was conducted using the Google Forms platform and printed questionnaires, applied in an interview format with older adult participants from the Brazilian states of Bahia and Sergipe. A total of 233 older adults participated, residing in the states of Bahia (34.8%) and Sergipe (65.2%), with a mean age of 69.2 years (SD = 7.33). Results The multiple linear regression (MLR) results indicated that SA was associated with mindfulness, the positive factor of self-compassion, and positive affect (PA). Subsequently, structural equation modeling (SEM) suggested that both mindfulness and self-compassion, which positively correlated with each other, were significantly and positively associated with PA, while PA was positively and significantly associated with SA. Conclusion Mindfulness and the positive facet of self-compassion, mediated by PA, were indirectly associated with SA, while PA was significantly and more strongly associated with SA. Finally, mindfulness and the positive facet of self-compassion were positively correlated with each other.

Hunting pressure on primates in the southern portion of the Brazilian Northeast: historical threats and current perspectives

Hunting is an ancient human behavior, which likely became complex and efficient gradually through time. We present data from a bibliographic survey (qualitative) and field sampling (quantitative) of primate hunting in Northeastern Brazil. We evaluated hunting threats faced by 14 primate species native to the States of Bahia and Sergipe (three Critically Endangered, three Endangered, three Vulnerable, two Near Threatened, and three Least Concern). Qualitatively, since 2005, we identified 21 academic studies that contained 47 mentions of all six studied genera known to occur in the study area (Alouatta=4, Brachyteles=2, Callicebus=16, Callithrix=8, Leontopithecus=3, Sapajus=14). Approximately half of the citations were for hunting (55.3%; 88.4% of this for bushmeat) and the other half for trapping (44.7%; 90.4% for pet). Quantitatively, we obtained 834 local experts’ citations of primate hunting and capturing at 348 sites. All experts cited Callithrix, 818 cited Sapajus, and 738 cited Callicebus. We argued 539 about hunting for bushmeat (164 positive; 30.4%) and 636 about trapping for pet (189 positive; 30.9%). Callicebus presented 95 citations as bushmeat (30.1% of 326 queries) and Sapajus presented 80 citations as pet (35.7% of 224). Four informants reported hunting Sapajus for pest control because of crop damage. There was a significant difference (Chi²=33.982; df=2; p<0.0001) comparing hunting for bushmeat and pets, with Callicebus (higher bushmeat) and Sapajus (higher pet) presenting significant differences (both p<0.01). The impact of hunting is associated with biological contexts, besides socioeconomic and political, requiring complex-specific attention and efforts in conservation and management strategies, perhaps innovative, even non-prohibitive.

Economic growth and regional disparities: A long-term perspective for the state of Sergipe, Brazil

This paper aims to build and evaluate long-term scenarios within the economy of the state of Sergipe so as to identify sectors with a greater capacity to leverage the state's economic growth and mitigate regional disparities. We use a dynamic and inter-regional CGE model, calibrated for the year 2015 and 41 sectors. Our simulations capture he effects of sectorial shocks in the state and explore the direct and indirect effects of such shocks throughout the economy. The main results show that sectors such as Agriculture, Transport, Financial intermediation, and Public Utility Industrial Services all have an above average impact on the state’s GDP and contribute to a reduction in regional disparities.

Are Socio-Economic Indicators Associated with Food Safety in Public Schools? A Study in Sergipe State, Brazil.

The Brazilian National School Feeding Programme aims to ensure food security and the right to food for public school students. To protect these fundamental rights, a comprehensive approach is needed that includes ensuring food safety. Recognising that low socio-economic conditions, inadequate food safety and child vulnerability can pose a cumulative burden on child development, this study examined food safety in public schools in Sergipe, Brazil, in the context of local socio-economic indicators. All state public schools in Sergipe (n = 314) were included. Food safety and socio-economic data were analysed using secondary sources and geographical maps. The cluster analysis identified two different groups of schools based on socio-economic indicators. While most schools presented regular foodborne illness risks, food production and temperature control had particularly high levels of non-compliance. Schools in areas with higher socio-economic indicators (Cluster 2) had better overall food safety scores (p < 0.001) compared to schools in areas with lower socio-economic indicators (Cluster 1). Cluster 1 schools also had a higher FBI risk when analysing temperature-controlled equipment violations (p = 0.001), food handlers (p = 0.005) and process and production (p = 0.004), which emerged as critical areas. These results emphasise the urgent need for targeted interventions to improve food safety in schools located in areas with lower socio-economic conditions.

Nematodes of concern to public and animal health associated with the invasive snail Achatina fulica, in Sergipe, Northeastern Brazil

The giant African land snail Achatina fulica is known to be the intermediate host of a number of nematode species that are prejudicial to human and veterinary health, being also an agricultural and urban pest. The present study investigated the presence of nematodes in A. fulica and other terrestrial mollusks in 24 municipalities of Sergipe State, northeastern of Brazil, in the dry and rainy seasons. In 2019 and 2020, the specimens were collected in standard 20 m × 10 m plots (10 min/01 collector), while in 2021, they were collected by convenience sampling. The nematode species were identified based on sequencing of the mitochondrial Cytochrome C Oxidase Subunit I (COI) gene and the ribosomal nuclear Internal Transcribed Spacer (ITS 2). Specimens of A. fulica infected with Angiostrongylus cantonensis, a nematode that causes eosinophilic meningitis (EM) in humans and animals, were collected in four municipalities. Two nematodes of veterinary importance were also identified, Aelurostrongylus abstrusus and Cruzia tentaculata in seven municipalities. This is the first record of Cruzia tentaculata in Sergipe. Free-living nematodes were also found in 18 municipalities. One of these species – Caenorhabditis briggsae – was identified in the municipality of Itabaiana. Specimens of other mollusks species were also collected. Only one of these mollusks, C. fasciata from Japaratuba, was found infected with free-living nematodes. A. fulica showed greater positivity for nematodes in the dry season, especially in the regions of Lower São Francisco River, Greater Aracaju and South Central Sergipe. The probability of infection increased when mollusks were larger and more recurrent in plots. Given that A. cantonensis is the etiological agent of EM and was found associated to A. fulica in four municipalities, it will be important to implement programs of continuous monitoring of the mollusk's fauna, combined with educational programs that provide information necessary to control A. fulica.

Spatial distribution of patients with pressure injuries treated at a teaching hospital

Introduction: Pressure injury (PI) is characterized by pressure exerted mainly on bony prominences, or even related to the use of medical devices. As epidemiological aspects are still scarce in the country, it is appropriate to produce studies that delimit the information for a better characterization of this public health problem, with extraterritorial dimensions. Geoprocessing is a revolutionary technology that encompasses the most diverse disciplines, data, equipment, analysis and interpretations from certain locations and geographic data, thus obtaining maps and/or spreadsheets with information relevant to that particular region that, when used in the health area, allows the identification and mapping of risks and injuries that affect the population. Objective: To demonstrate the technical experience of spatial demarcation and geoprocessing of patients with pressure injuries treated at a teaching hospital in the state of Sergipe. Method: A descriptive epidemiological study was carried out from a data sheet of patients with pressure injuries treated by the Skin Care Service team of a teaching hospital in Sergipe, between 2018 and 2022. Georeferencing and geoprocessing were developed in conjunction with Google Maps and Google Earth software. Results: The study sample consisted of 215 patients with pressure injuries (PI) in which the age group that stood out was the elderly (54.8%), followed by adults (40.0%). It is noted, in the spatial representation, that most of the patients with PL were residents of Greater Aracaju (n=130), followed by the East of Sergipe (n=23) and Central Agreste (n=18). Most of the LPs were acquired prior to admission to the institution studied (55.8%), while the others (44.2%) appeared during the hospital stay. Conclusion: In view of the analysis presented, it was possible to verify that most patients affected by PLs are men and elderly, and that the Greater Aracaju regional was the one that stood out the most because it concentrated most of the patients with PL, whether pre-existing or acquired at hospitalization.

Epidemiological aspects and malacofauna of the São Francisco River, northeastern Brazil

Limnic mollusks could negatively affect the ecosystem in which they are found, the economy, human and animals´ health. This study reports on a survey of freshwater sources mollusks and their spatial distribution, as well as investigating them for the presence of trematodes in the municipality of Nossa Senhora de Lourdes, Sergipe, Brazil. This study was performed through March 2016 and November 2017. The mollusks were collected in different water bodies in the georeferenced studied area, identified and analyzed for the presence of trematodes. Thirty-four water bodies were sampled, and mollusks were found in 18 (53%) of them. From the 5,196 found, 4,747 (91%) were gastropods and 449 (9%) bivalves - distributed in seven families and eleven species. Among the species found, two are of medical-veterinary importance (Biomphalaria straminea and Melanoides tuberculata) and four are exotic invasive species (Corbicula fluminea, C. largillierti, Limnoperna fortunei and M. tuberculate). Of the 1,473 mollusks analyzed for trematodes, five (0.33%) gastropods were infected, one specimen contained Vivax, two Pleurolophocercous, and two Virgulate. For the first time these six taxa have been described in the State of Sergipe: Drepanotrema depressissimum, D. cimex, D. lucidum, Ancylidae, Physa acuta and C. largillierti. This survey contributes to the knowledge of the biodiversity and spatial distribution of limnic mollusks and the presence of trematodes, in addition to serving to support the monitoring and prevention of exotic bio invasive species, and intermediate hosts, since the studied area presented potential for helminth transmission. KEY WORDS: Snails; trematodes freshwater sources; spatial distribution; exotic and invasive mollusks; Sergipe State.

Aboveground biomass and carbon stocks in a Seasonally Dry Tropical Forest-remnant in Sergipe State, Brazil

Na Caatinga, poucos estudos contabilizam os estoques aéreos de biomassa e carbono, apesar da importância destas informações para a mitigação das mudanças climáticas. Neste estudo, foram avaliados estes estoques após o intervalo de quatro anos (2011-2015) em um remanescente em Poço Verde, SE, Brasil. Adicionalmente, foi analisada a relação desses estoques com parâmetros fitossociológicos. A biomassa foi estimada por meio de equações alométricas e o carbono como a fração de 0,47 da biomassa. A comparação dos estoques e dos dados climáticos entre os períodos foi feita pelo teste t pareado; dados climáticos ainda foram comparados aos valores históricos pelo teste de Friedman. A relação da biomassa com abundância e riqueza foi avaliada por regressões lineares. Foi observado um equilíbrio temporal dos estoques aéreos de biomassa e carbono no período avaliado, provavelmente em função de condições climáticas desfavoráveis e do grau de antropização observado, que podem ter impedido crescimento desses estoques. A biomassa não apresentou relação com abundância e/ou riqueza. Os valores totais observados dos estoques de biomassa e carbono (52,8 Mg ha-1 e 24,8 Mg ha-1, respectivamente) estão dentro da amplitude esperada para a Caatinga. A conservação do fragmento de Caatinga estudado pode contribuir localmente para o armazenamento de carbono.

Reproductive activity of two sympatric lizard species, Ameivula ocellifera and Glaucomastix itabaianensis (Squamata: Teiidae), from Northeastern Brazil

ABSTRACT Reproductive strategies may vary among lizard species, considering environmental as well as phylogenetic effects. Ameivula ocellifera and Glaucomastix itabaianensis are two sympatric lizard species belonging to the family Teiidae, and therefore we assume they exhibit similarities in their reproductive patterns. The objective of the present study was to describe the reproductive activity and evaluate the influence of environmental variables and the body fat cycle on the reproductive activity of these two lizard species. The research was carried out in Pirambu Restinga, Sergipe state, Northeastern Brazil, between 2017 and 2018. Glaucomastix itabaianensis and A. ocellifera displayed seasonal and continuous reproduction, respectively. In both sexes of G. itabaianensis, the lowest fat values coincided with the peak of reproductive activities. The fat body mass of A. ocellifera remained low throughout the year, coinciding with its continuous reproductive activity. Females of A. ocellifera with oviductal eggs were observed in both seasons. The egglaying of G. itabaianensis occurred in the transition period between the dry and rainy seasons, which may be associated with the presence of microclimatic conditions favourable to the embryonic development and survival of the offspring. Despite both belonging to the family Teiidae and being sympatric, the two species showed different reproductive patterns.

The Use of Anabolic Steroids by Bodybuilders in the State of Sergipe, Brazil.

Bodybuilding, as a high-performance sport, requires regular strength and resistance exercises with the principal objective of increasing muscle hypertrophy. However, many bodybuilders resort to the use of anabolic-androgenic steroids (AASs) to improve their performance in a short period of time. This study employs a survey-type, cross-sectional, descriptive-analytical method to evaluate the profile of bodybuilding athletes in the State of Sergipe, Brazil, and verify the level of knowledge/awareness about the health risks and impacts resulting from the use of such substances. Finite- and convenience-type populations are assessed, including individuals of both sexes, aged older than 18 years, self-declared bodybuilding athletes residing in the State of Sergipe, Brazil, and participating in regional and/or state competitions. As a result, no significant relationships were determined between sex (p = 0.492), age (p = 0.460), family income (p = 0.141), and medical follow-up sessions. For the variables level of education and medical follow-up vs. no follow-up sessions, a significant result was achieved (p = 0.01), with 74.3% of individuals reporting having follow-up treatment and 25.7% responding that they had no follow-up treatment, a percentage representing the group that completed their higher education. The substances most used by the athletes were Sustanon 250 or Durateston, Nandrolone Decanoate (Deca or Deca-Durabolin), and Testosterone. The most-reported acute side effects were acne at 33.8% (n = 20), irritability at 32.1% (n = 19), alopecia (hair loss), and nervousness at 23.7% (n = 14). The most-reported chronic side effects were arterial hypertension at 36.0% (n = 9), liver disease at 28.0% (n = 7), and cancer (non-specific) at 8.0% (n = 2). We concluded that, regardless of the athletes' socioeconomic profiles, the use of AASs was high, with two or more substances being used in combination and for a prolonged period. Thus, it is necessary to promote awareness campaigns regarding the use of AASs and their effects on high-performance and recreational athletes.

Abstract PO3-15-02: TP53 GENE POLYMORPHISM AT CODON 72 AS A RESPONSE PREDICTOR FOR NEOADJUVANT CHEMOTHERAPY

Abstract Introduction: Breast cancer is one of the most prevalent in women in the world and has shown extensive changes in treatment in recent decades. More patients are undergoing neoadjuvant chemotherapy in order to achieve pathological complete response (CPR) and perform less aggressive surgeries. CPR increases overall and disease-free survival and the decrease in tumor size increases the chances of conservative surgery. We have numerous studies that propose to discover CPR markers. Predictive factors of response to chemotherapy are important for treatment planning and the P53 gene, apoptosis-inducing gene, plays a role in inducing response to chemotherapy drugs that act by inducing apoptosis. The presence of mutations and genetic polymorphisms act by modulating this response. Among these, the codon 72 polymorphism is one of the most studied, as its polymorphic variants Arg/Arg, Arg/Pro and Pro/Pro encode a p53 with different functioning at the cell level. So, individuals with different polymorphisms will have different apoptotic action and different response to chemotherapy treatments. Objectives: Based on this knowledge, the study sought to correlate the polymorphism variants at codon 72 with the complete pathological response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy. Casuistic and Methods: The study was carried out at an oncology center in the state of Sergipe, in northeastern Brazil. A total of 206 patients with breast cancer who underwent neoadjuvant chemotherapy and core needle biopsy of the breast at the beginning of treatment were included in the stud,in the period from 2019 to 2022. From these patients, oral swab samples were collected for PCR evaluation of the P53 polymorphism at codon 72. The polymorphisms were studied using the Sanger technique at the Sao Paulo School of Medicine of the Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP). Patients were prospectively evaluated after surgery to verify the surgical pathological response after chemotherapy. Pathologic response was assessed using the RECIST criteria. The study was evaluated and approved by the ethics and research committee of UNIFESP and all patients signed an informed consent form. Results: Of the 206, 18.4% met the exclusion criteria (did not undergo surgery, interrupted chemotherapy treatment, insufficient genetic material in the swab, loss of follow-up). Of the 168 patients analyzed, 44.6% were Arg/Arg, 17.3% Pro/Pro and 38.0% Arg/Pro. Complete pathological response (PCR) was obtained in 21.4% of the patients, 10.1% had progressive disease (PD), 13.7% had stable disease (SD) and 54.2% had partial pathological response (PPR). Of the patients who achieved RPC, 47.2% were Arg/Arg, 38.9% Arg/Pro and 13.9% Pro/Pro without statistical significance, among the variants of polymorphisms. The only predictor of CPR in multivariate regression was immunohistochemistry (p&amp;lt; 0.001). The only predictor of CPR in multivariate regression was immunohistochemistry (p&amp;lt; 0.001) Conclusion: The P53 polymorphism at codon 72 is not a predictor of complete pathological response, but the Arg/Pro and Pro/Pro polymorphisms increase the chances of stable disease after neoadjuvant chemotherapy. Citation Format: Jussane Vieira, Afonso Nazário, João Pesquero. TP53 GENE POLYMORPHISM AT CODON 72 AS A RESPONSE PREDICTOR FOR NEOADJUVANT CHEMOTHERAPY [abstract]. In: Proceedings of the 2023 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium; 2023 Dec 5-9; San Antonio, TX. Philadelphia (PA): AACR; Cancer Res 2024;84(9 Suppl):Abstract nr PO3-15-02.

Application of the SMAP monthly model to the Piauitinga river basin located in the State of Sergipe, Brazil

The generation of flow data allows the assessment of the capacity to meet water demands, predict floods, and estimate the potential for hydraulic exploitation for electrical energy generation. In Brazil, precipitation data series, due to their ease of measurement, are more extensive compared to flow data series, enabling the use of hydrological models called rainfall-runoff models capable of estimating flows from precipitation data. Therefore, utilizing the Brazil Gridded Meteorological Data (BR-DWGD) database, this study aims to generate, calibrate, and validate flow data for the Piauitinga river basin located in the state of Sergipe, Brazil, using the monthly rainfall-runoff SMAP model. The soil parameters considered in the validation for the studied region showed a good fit to the observed data, achieving a Nash-Sutcliffe (NS) of 84% and log-Nash-Sutcliffe (NSLog) of 85% in calibration, and Nash-Sutcliffe (NS) of 70% and a log-Nash-Sutcliffe (NSLog) of 80% in validation. Therefore, since the rainfall-runoff model used exhibited good performance for the studied hydrographic basin, it becomes feasible to use the generated synthetic series to fill possible gaps in the historical series of monthly average flows.

Expansion analysis of urban microdrainage in Sergipe cities

We aim to explore the criteria surrounding urban microdrainage, as well as analyze its expansion in the state of Sergipe. The investigation was carried out based on data made available by the National Sanitation Information System (SINIS), using the years 2017 to 2021 as a reference. The growth in the number of public roads and data on variations in the number of gutter inlets will be analyzed in each of the 75 municipalities in Sergipe. To survey and analyze the development in each municipality of Sergipe, EXCEL was used to organize the data and create graphs for analysis.

Indigenous Therapeutic Tourism: Challenges, Emerging Trends, and Sustainability

A healthy, harmonious, proactive, and happy life is not just desirable; it is a fundamental human aspiration in our increasingly threatened contemporary world. This social research, applied to tourism, focuses on the indigenous peoples of Aldeia Fulkaxó in the state of Sergipe, Brazil, conducted between 2022 and 2023. The primary objective of this study is to explore the healing ceremonies and rituals practiced by this indigenous community, which constitute a complex, systemic, and transdisciplinary phenomenon. The research aims to identify and assess the integrative and complementary aspects of the health practices of these indigenous peoples and their impact on governance. The methodology employed is exploratory and involves a review of the state of the art in this field from 2003 to 2023. Qualitative research methods are also utilized, including audiovisual ethnography and field diaries. This approach reveals the challenges and possibilities of indigenous phytotherapeutic processes as ethnocultural tourist attractions. We observe their annual retreats offered to both national and international groups. Preliminary findings indicate a growing demand for tourist experiences that immerse individuals in nature and the indigenous way of life, with a particular emphasis on therapeutic benefits. Furthermore, this study highlights the sociocultural emergence of therapeutic tourism as an innovative product within the realm of health and well-being, with a specific focus on addressing issues such as anxiety, stress, and depression.

Socio-Environmental Diagnosis of The State of Sergipe Between 1991 and 2020

Objetivo: explanar, de forma objetiva, concisa e didática a dinâmica socioambiental do estado de Sergipe no período de 1991 a 2020 de forma a levar o leitor à compreensão do estado fidedigno de tais questões nas três décadas de analisadas. Referencial Teórico: A busca pela sustentabilidade perpassa pelo entendimento do real estado das questões socioambientais das populações. Para a compreensão desse tipo de entendimento é necessário consolidar o conhecimento construído ao longo do tempo e orientar a execução das metas do desenvolvimento sustentável de forma a corrigir as disparidades históricas existentes na população a partir do seu pleno conhecimento. Método: A metodologia, descritiva e qualitativa, compreendeu a coleta e análise de dados secundários de plataformas oficiais e públicas do Brasil sobre a área de estudo. Resultados e conclusões: Verificou-se que a população sergipana passou a viver mais, mas com dificuldades persistentes em infraestrutura e menor disponibilidade de água, paisagem mais antropizada e, portanto, com uma qualidade de vida que não acompanhou o índice de longevidade. Concluiu-se que não se pode afirmar que o estado de Sergipe esteja caminhando para a sustentabilidade, uma vez que os aspectos sociais, ambientais e econômicos não são capazes de promover a justiça socioambiental e a qualidade de vida digna de toda a população.. Implicações da pesquisa: A pesquisa permitiu fornecer um quadro fidedigno, dentro das possibilidades, dos aspectos social, ambiental e econômico do estado de Sergipe ao longo de três décadas. Essa possibilidade permite que novas reflexões e procedimentos acadêmicos e políticos sejam considerados ao buscar o atingimento das metas de Desenvolvimento Sustentável nesse estado brasileiro. Originalidade/valor: A pesquisa demonstrou sua singularidade ao estudar o recorte temporal entre o fim do século XX e o início do século XXI no estado de Sergipe, em que as discussões e as alterações no modo de viver do ser humano se fazem necessárias em virtude das emergências climáticas.