Núcleo de apoio e tratamento para pacientes com diabetes no município de Natal/RN

Abstract

Diabetes Mellitus, a chronic disease that affects millions of Brazilians, requires care that goes beyond medication. Understanding the importance of nutrition, psychology, and physical activity is essential for glycemic control and for improving the quality of life of those living with the disease. Currently, this condition is part of the daily life of many Brazilians, highlighting the crucial need for interdisciplinary care for individuals who face this illness. This study proposes the development of a preliminary architectural project for a support and treatment center aimed at individuals with Diabetes Mellitus in the city of Natal, Rio Grande do Norte. The goal is to create environments that provide comprehensive and humanized care. The proposal is based on the analysis of the increasing number of diabetes cases in the city and on the need to design spaces dedicated to health and well-being through a multidisciplinary approach. The research was grounded in theoretical references, interviews with healthcare professionals involved in the project, and studies of similar architectural works, taking into account environmental, emotional, and urban aspects.