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Introduction Contemporary society is witnessing a population that struggles to look after their health due to the relentless pace of their lives, consequently rendering them susceptible to the experience of hospitalization. Within this context, individuals relinquish their autonomy and are confronted with a plethora of reactions and emotions, requiring an individualized and humane approach for a prompt and effective recovery. Objective To comprehend the lived experience of hospitalization, from the perspective of individuals admitted to the medical clinic. Methods This is an exploratory study, with a qualitative approach, and draws upon partial data from a matrix research project, rooted in the theoretical framework of Health Promotion. The manuscript has been organized in adherence with the consolidated criteria for reporting qualitative research (COREQ). It was conducted with a cohort of 15 inpatients from the medical clinic department of a public hospital in the Southern region of Brazil. Data was collected by the authors, using a semi-structured questionnaire, between September and October 2021. Thematic content analysis was used to organize and interpret the data. Results Two categories emerged: the first highlighted the experiences lived during hospitalization. While some participants felt secure and supported by the multi-professional team, others perceived the hospital environment as a place associated with pain and suffering. The second category emphasized the sentiment of longing experienced during hospitalization, such as for spending time with family, friends, leisure activities, and daily routines. Conclusion The experience of the hospitalization process triggers feelings of security, vulnerability, and longing. The importance of qualified professionals to facilitate moments of effective and compassionate care within the hospital setting is evident. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The purpose is to share the experience of nursing students in carrying out educational activities with community health agents (CHA) on the relevance of home visits (HV), standing out its facilities and difficulties and the possibilities to improve their work in the community. The continuing education was developed in September 2021, having as theoric foundation the pressuposed of Paulo Freire. There were counted with the participation of 32 CHA, working in three Basic Health Units in a municipality in western Santa Catarina, Brazil. They were evidencied easinesses in the HV such as: knowledge of the territory, link with residents and the ability to qualify the action of the ESF. Some difficulties were pointed out: animals on the streets, establishing link with foreigners, lack of accessibility to homes, unavailability of schedules for some users and climatic conditions. For each difficulty, every ACS reflected on the possibilities of solving the problems, in a rich exchange of knowledge. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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