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- Armazenamento de medicamentos em casa: avaliação das condições do armazenamento domiciliar de medicamentos nos municípios de Bragança, Melgaço e Mondim de BastosPublication . Rei, Ana; Ribeiro, Francisca; Pereira, Márcia; Ferreira, Marta Daniela; Pereira, Sara; Coelho, Joana; Nascimento, LuísOs medicamentos são frequentemente armazenados em casa para situações de emergência ou para o tratamento de doenças agudas e crónicas. Contudo, o armazenamento inadequado — como a exposição ao calor, à humidade ou a locais de fácil acesso — pode comprometer a eficácia e representar riscos para a segurança. Estas práticas estão, muitas vezes, associadas a baixos níveis de literacia em saúde e à ausência de aconselhamento farmacêutico. A idade, o género e o município não influenciaram significativamente os hábitos de armazenamento (p > 0,05), mas o nível de escolaridade revelou-se significativo em Melgaço (p < 0,05). Os participantes armazenavam os medicamentos em locais variados, como armários da cozinha ou da casa de banho. Os residentes de Melgaço demonstraram maior preocupação com a temperatura e a humidade. Foram identificadas práticas adequadas (ex.: manutenção da embalagem original) e inadequadas (ex.: exposição à humidade).
- Home medicine storage assessment of domestic medication storage conditions in the municipalities of bragança melgaço and mondim de bastoPublication . Rei, Ana; Ribeiro, Francisca; Pereira, Márcia; Ferreira, Marta Daniela; Pereira, Sara; Coelho, Joana; Nascimento, LuísBackground: Medicines are often stored at home for emergencies or the treatment of acute and chronic conditions. However, improper storage—such as exposure to heat or humidity, or easy accessibility—can reduce efficacy and pose safety risks. These practices are frequently linked to limited health literacy and lack of pharmaceutical guidance. This study aimed to evaluate household medication storage conditions in Bragança, Melgaço, and Mondim de Basto, examining the influence of sociodemographic variables and residents’ awareness of proper storage. Methods: A cross-sectional, quantitative, descriptive-correlational study was carried out using a structured online questionnaire with four sections: sociodemographic data, education, storage habits, and self-perceived knowledge. The questionnaire, while not formally validated, was based on existing literature. A nonprobabilistic sample of 1126 residents aged ⩾18 years participated. Data were analysed using SPSS, with descriptive statistics and ANOVA to explore associations between storage practices and gender, age, and education. Results: Age, gender, and municipality did not significantly influence storage habits (p > 0.05), but education level was significant in Melgaço (p < 0.05). Participants stored medicines in diverse locations, such as kitchen or bathroom cabinets. Melgaço residents more often considered temperature and humidity. Examples of appropriate (e.g., keeping original packaging) and inappropriate (e.g., exposure to moisture) practices were reported. Conclusions: Educational level may influence medication storage practices. Tailored public health strategies and pharmaceutical counselling are essential to promote safe and rational medicine storage. Despite the absence of post-training evaluation, the findings highlight the need for awareness-raising interventions.