Impacto da pandemia de covid-19 nas práticas de vigilância sanitária para prevenção de riscos biológicos em serviços de saúde

Abstract

Objective: To analyze the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on health surveillance practices aimed at preventing biological risks in healthcare services. Methodology: This qualitative study was conducted through a literature review of scientific articles, ANVISA technical documents, and international public health publications, all released between 2020 and 2023. Databases such as SciELO and PubMed were consulted, as well as official technical notes, focusing on health surveillance, biosafety, and COVID-19. Results: The analysis showed that the pandemic reinforced the relevance of health surveillance by promoting significant changes in the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), hospital waste management, adoption of biosafety protocols, and intensification of inspection activities. Important challenges were also identified, including shortages of supplies, professional overload, and inequalities in the implementation of measures across different regions of the country. Final Considerations: The pandemic deeply affected health surveillance practices in healthcare services, highlighting both advances and weaknesses. The permanent strengthening of biosafety and the adoption of structured surveillance strategies are essential for preventing biological risks and preparing for future health emergencies.